Fitbit’s founders designed a wearable for the whole family

Fitbit's founders are back with a new venture, and this time they're reportedly designing a wearable meant for the entire family, according to Fast Company. While details on the device's specifications are still emerging, the news has caught the attention of parents who are already thoughtful about how much wireless technology surrounds their kids day to day.

For families who've been mindful about screen time, Wi-Fi routers, and Bluetooth devices in the house, a new family-oriented wearable raises familiar questions. Any connected device that uses Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to sync data emits some level of radiofrequency EMF. It's well established that EMF exposure decreases significantly with distance, so a wearable on a wrist held away from the body for much of the day is generally a different consideration than a phone pressed to an ear or kept in a pocket. Still, health-conscious parents may want to wait for more details on connectivity features, sync frequency, and whether the device offers airplane-mode or low-power settings before deciding if it's right for their kids.

Why This Matters for EMF-Conscious Households

Wearables designed for children and teens mean more connected devices in homes that may already be managing exposure from routers, smart speakers, laptops, and cell phones. If Fitbit's founders' new product gains traction, it could become one more always-on gadget in family life — which is exactly why many EMF-conscious households are turning attention back to the bigger picture of their home environment, not just individual devices.

That often starts with the basics: what's already running in the background at home. Parents auditing their space might look at everyday appliances too, since even routine grooming tools matter — for instance, some families are switching to low-EMF hair dryers as part of a broader effort to reduce exposure during daily routines. Others are focused on air quality alongside EMF, pairing clean air with lower electromagnetic output by choosing from a list of low-EMF air purifiers rather than conventional models that can emit more.

For homebuyers and renters thinking longer-term, whole-home strategies are also gaining interest. Some are exploring EMF shielding paint as a way to reduce ambient exposure from external sources like nearby cell towers, especially in homes located close to dense wireless infrastructure.

As more details about this family wearable emerge, health-conscious parents will likely want to know exactly how it connects, how often it transmits data, and whether low-power or offline modes are available — the kind of practical questions that make a real difference in day-to-day exposure, without requiring anyone to give up the benefits of tracking their family's health and activity.

Originally reported by Fast Company