The curious case of Apple’s shrinking Sport Loop band
If you recently purchased a Sport Loop band for your Apple Watch, you have made a worse purchase than before because Apple has quietly made these straps shorter.
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Apple’s new internal fitness challenge includes this unique Apple Watch band as a prize
For Apple’s second-inaugural internal activity challenge, a new prize will be included for those who earn the gold. A custom black nylon strap with an activity ring-themed loop that won’t be available for purchase.
Nike’s new sneaker-matching Apple Watch bands now available for purchase
Nike and Apple have just unveiled a bevy of new Nike Apple Watch bands in different colors.
Check out Nike’s four new Sports bands for Apple Watch
Nike unveils four new Sports band colors for Apple Watch, coinciding with the launch of its new Air VaporMax Flyknit “Day to Night” running shoe collection.
BGR: Next Apple Watch to use smart bands for game-changing diabetes treatment tech
Echoing an earlier report by CNBC, BGR says the next Apple Watch may include a revolutionary non-invasive diabetes treatment technology via smart bands.
Some great alternatives to the Apple Watch Nike+ band
We were really bummed when we found out that the stylish fluoroelastomer bands shown with the Apple Watch Nike+ are exclusive to the model. This means that those of us who already own an Apple Watch can’t purchase these bands separately.
Luckily, we were able to track down some Apple Watch bands on Amazon that take inspiration from the Nike band design. Obviously they aren’t made with the same quality or materials, but for those in search of alternatives, here are some good ones.
Nomad’s Silicone Strap for Apple Watch is both durable and comfortable
If you’ve been tuning into iDB lately, then you probably know we’re big fans of Nomad’s Apple Watch wrist straps here. My colleague Sebastien recently shared his own opinion on the leather strap they offer, but the company also has a rugged silicone option as well.
Coupled with a custom lug design that gives the Apple Watch a more masculine appearance and quality materials that feel like they’re going to last a long time, it’s hard to go wrong with any Nomad-branded Apple Watch wrist strap. That said, the vulcanized LSR silicone strap is just another quality piece we’d like to take the time to show you in this review.
The Nomad Modern Build Leather Strap for Apple Watch is full of character and personality
How do you stand out in a crowded market when you’re a company making accessories such as Apple Watch bands? The answer is, you differentiate yourself from cheap Chinese lookalikes with a high quality product that features distinctive character. This is exactly what Nomad has done with their new Modern Build Leather Strap.
The Sena Watch Roll is a great travel companion for Apple Watch users
One of the greatest first world problems of our century is figuring out how you’re going to carry all these extra bands when traveling with an Apple Watch. There are of course many solutions available to you, such as throwing everything in a box or in a pocket of your backpack/luggage, but that is a somewhat inelegant way of going at it.
I recently came across the Sena Watch Roll, a neat-looking leather roll that stores your Apple Watch bands and small accessories in a tight package, offering a worthy storage solution for the classy traveler you are. We’ll have a quick look at it in this short review.
Check out rainbow Apple Watch strap Apple gave to employees
Showing support for gay rights, Apple employees who over the weekend participated in San Francisco’s LGBT Pride festival were treated to a custom rainbow strap for the Apple Watch. Reddit user ‘Sakusuhon’ kindly posted an image of the limited-edition rainbow-colored strap Apple included along with a greeting card to show its appreciation for those who attended the San Francisco event.
The right band for the occasion
I went to a wedding in Chicago this past weekend, and I as I was packing my suitcase, I started thinking about what kind of Apple Watch band I would bring along with me. The Nomad Strap for the flight, and the Link Bracelet for the wedding? Or just the Link Bracelet? Or maybe buy a Milanese Loop?
It was the first time I realized the band I am using on my Apple Watch is just as important as what I am wearing.