The clock is ticking down in the direction of the anticipated arrival of the Apple Watch 9 at at this time’s iPhone 15 occasion, however a leak has simply revealed one of many smartwatch’s supporting solid – a brand new strap made out of a brand new, synthetic leather-based materials. (In search of observe the most recent Apple information stay? Take a look at our iPhone 15 occasion stay weblog).
The most effective Apple Watch bands are anticipated to get a reasonably large shakeup throughout at this time’s launch occasion, and the Apple leaker Kosutami has simply revealed the primary photographs of Apple’s new ‘FineWoven Hyperlink’ strap on X (previously Twitter) under.
In line with the leak, this new FineWoven band is made out of a mix of recycled nylon and polyester that is been weaved with twill. It is also seemingly extra hard-wearing than it appears, with a “splash-proof end” probably making it a very good on a regular basis choice.
Official look of the FineWoven Hyperlink #Apple #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/U4DJnXcBdiSeptember 12, 2023
Like Apple’s present leather-based bands, the brand new strap can even apparently include versatile magnets to assist it snap into place round your wrist with out the necessity for clasps.
Maybe most significantly, the brand new FineWoven Hyperlink additionally appears nigh-on an identical to Apple’s present Leather-based Hyperlink bands, solely with a brand new lighter tan coloration and a barely totally different end.
The event of Apple’s new FineWoven materials seems to be a part of the corporate’s total technique to cut back its carbon footprint and transfer in the direction of extra eco-friendly supplies.
There have additionally been rumors that Apple can even dispense with its silicone bands like its Sport Band and Solo Loop, alongside its stainless-steel bracelet, as a part of its transfer away from leather-based. However we’ll see for positive at Apple’s Wonderlust occasion, which kicks off at this time (Tuesday, September 12) at 10am PT / 1am ET / 6pm BST.
A wiser selection
We have lengthy been followers of the Apple Leather-based Hyperlink band, which has sturdy magnets to assist preserve it in place alongside a wise design that is appropriate for many events (besides sport).
However Apple’s transfer away from leather-based straps is smart given its dedication to changing into carbon impartial throughout its complete enterprise by the 12 months 2030, and an total drive in the direction of extra eco-friendly manufacturing.
So if the brand new FineWoven Hyperlink provides all the identical advantages because the Leather-based Hyperlink, solely with a synthetic leather-based materials, then we are able to see it being a well-liked selection amongst potential Apple Watch 9 patrons or house owners of the very best Apple Watches.
The one query is whether or not the brand new band’s worth can be bumped up from the $99 / £99 / AU$149 asking worth of the soon-to-be-discontinued Leather-based Hyperlink – to search out out, you will want to affix us quickly by watching the Apple September Occasion 2023.
