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Apple has given its lineup of Apple Watch bands a huge change for 2023: it’s no longer selling new leather options. In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, the company has elected not to make any ...

The first thing I do when I acquire a new watch is trash the strap. This is for two reasons: First, I’ve found that cheap vintage watch purchases almost always come affixed to some terrible excuse for ...

Apple accessory maker Nomad continues to grow its Apple Watch offerings, with the Active Strap Pro. This is a nice upgrade option for Apple watch owners: a premium leather band that’s completely ...

Tshaka Armstrong is a nerd. Co-Founder of the non-profit digital literacy organization, Digital Shepherds, he’s also been a broadcast technology reporter, writer and producer. In addition to being an ...

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When discussing watches, they are often judged by their complications, craftsmanship, and numerous features. The strap, however, is hardly brought up. But it’s more crucial than you think. It touches ...

A good strap can completely change the look and feel of a watch — even a crappy watch. Everybody knows this. (And if you didn’t, you do now.) Further, a good leather strap can really elevate a tired ...

The only problem with the Apple Watch’s unprecedented ubiquity is that it results in us all wearing the same watch. So, the primary way to customize the look and feel is to pair it with a smart new ...