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Woot is offering discounts on official Apple Watch bands, with Solo Loop bands at $14.99 and Braided Solo Loop bands at $29.99, both compatible with previous models. The article also highlights deals on the iPad Air M3, Kindle Scribe, and Anker power bank, providing options for tech upgrades and accessories.
Google Pixel users are hoping for more third-party options for smartphone cases and watch bands, as the current selection is limited. While there are some third-party options available, they often lack the variety and quality offered for other smartphone brands. Additionally, the availability of third-party watch bands for the Pixel Watch series is also limited, with mostly first-party options and cheap third-party bands on the market. Google has partnerships with accessory brands and could incentivize the development of more options to improve the accessory landscape for Pixel devices.
Darick Langos, a diver from Illinois, has recovered over 200 Apple Watches from the Chain O' Lakes and warns users about the susceptibility of the stock watch bands, especially sports bands, to slipping off during water-related activities. He advises Apple Watch owners to invest in more secure straps to safeguard their devices during underwater adventures. Langos is committed to reuniting lost possessions, including smartphones and jewelry, with their rightful owners and uses innovative methods to trace the owners of recovered items.
Garmin watches are known for their strengths, but comfort can be an issue. While Garmin sells replacement bands, they mostly offer silicone or expensive leather options. However, a third-party Abanen Hook and Loop nylon band is currently 20% off for Black Friday, providing a lighter and softer alternative. This deal allows users to get three nylon straps for less than the cost of one official Garmin replacement band. Additionally, Black Friday offers a wide range of deals on Garmin watches, including the latest models.
Twelve South has introduced the TimePorter, a sleek white organizer for Apple Watch bands. The TimePorter can hold up to six bands and features a design that allows for easy one-handed retrieval. It can be mounted anywhere using 3M adhesive tapes and is priced at $29.99 per unit, with discounts available for bundling multiple units together. This release is focused solely on organizing bands, unlike the previous TimePorter release which was a portable charger for the Apple Watch.
Apple is rumored to be launching an all-new band design alongside the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 next month. The new band is said to feature weaved fabric materials and a magnetic buckle, similar to Apple's Modern Buckle strap. This new band design could provide an alternative to the Velcro-style and closed straps currently offered by Apple.