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Apple adds new watchbands from Hermes and Nike

Apple Watch users will now be able to customize their device with one of the several new watchbands, announced Apple on Tuesday.

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Thu, March 23, 2017 Published on Mar. 22, 2017 Published on 2017-03-22T14:54:22+07:00

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Apple adds new watchbands from Hermes and Nike Apple announced the launch of its Spring 2017 collection bands: Apple Watch Sport, Woven Nylon, and Nike bands. (Apple.com/File)

Apple has announced a new update to its line of smartwatches, and it’s not for the OS.

Apple Watch users will now be able to customize their device with one of the several new watchbands, announced Apple on Tuesday. The added bands come in new colors, such as Pollen, Space Orange, and Midnight Blue, in the Woven Nylon line. The Apple Watch Classic Buckle will be receiving a new buckle design along with the new colors.

Additionally, the Hermes line of watchbands has expanded, and the designer collection now includes a Fauve Barenia leather double buckle cuff for US$689 along with less expensive options.

The tech giant has also announced that its Nike Sport Bands will now be sold separately.

The new Apple Watch Sport, Woven Nylon, and Nike bands will all be available for $49, while the Classic Buckle will be sold for $149, and the Hermes bands range from $339 to $689. (sul/asw)

 

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