Google is restructuring its Devices & Services teams. This will result in layoffs for several hundred roles, primarily affecting the AR hardware team.
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Functional organization shift
The tech giant is shifting from separate divisions for each product line to a functional organization model, similar to Apple's approach.
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Fitbit founders exit
In the wake of this change, Fitbit co-founders James Park and Eric Friedman, along with other Fitbit leaders, are parting ways with Google.
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Pixel watch focus
This likely signals the end of Fitbit as we know it. In the past, Google has removed beloved features in Fitbit and is generally pushing people toward a Pixel Watch instead of a Fitbit wearable.
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Fitbit server outages
Several multi-day outages have plagued Fitbit's servers, raising concerns about reliability and leading to discontinued sales in some countries.