Apple to Launch New Apple Watch Pride Bands as Soon as This Week

[MacRumors]

Update: Since this story was published, Mark Gurman has clarified that he was referring only to new Apple Watch Pride bands, not a new "Pride" version of Apple Watch. The story headline has been revised to reflect the clarification.



Apple will soon announce the launch of a new "Pride" edition of the Apple Watch Series 7, along with a selection of new bands to celebrate Pride Month, based on information shared by Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman.

2021 "Pride Edition" Braided Solo Loop​

Over the last four years, Apple has debuted new Apple Watch Pride bands in the month of May, and last year on May 25 the company launched a "Pride Edition" Braided Solo Loop and Nike Sport Loop Apple Watch band, alongside a new Pride watch face.

This year, however, Apple could add something new to the mix by unveiling an actual "Pride version" of its latest Apple Watch alongside the new bands, assuming Gurman's choice of words is accurate.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1528875700513800192

According to the journalist's sources, updated marketing materials have already been sent to Apple's retail stores including images of the new Pride edition Apple Watch, and they'll be followed by new Pride bands, although they are set to arrive later this week.

In the meantime, Apple's existing Pride variants of its Braided Solo Loop and Nike Sport Loop can still be found exclusively on Apple's online store.

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[GhostOS]

That band looks awesome, can't wait to see this year's version! ?️‍?

 

[caseywagner]

That’s not how I interpreted the tweet. Sounded like just bands.

 

[SqB]

The one pictured is from last year and it’s going to be tough to beat. My wife and I get frequent compliments on that band and they are very comfortable. I hope this years version is also braided because I’m hooked on that style.

 

[elie.fares]

Last year's band was fantastic. I get these every year, so I'm excited to see what this year's offering is.

 

[Vangeli]

I have every one so far but the latest one is gonna be difficult to top; eager to see what they’ve made.

 

[Koodauw]

My nike pride sport band is looking a little tired, was just thinking I should replace it. Bring on the new bands!

 

[Pezimak]

Not really into the whole pride stuff, but damn that looks cool.

 

[zilchfox]

That’s not how I interpreted the tweet. Sounded like just bands.

It is just new bands.

 

[Pezimak]

Out of interest how easy is it to clean these loop bands?

 

[zilchfox]

I have every one so far but the latest one is gonna be difficult to top; eager to see what they’ve made.

You’re actually missing the very first one, which was employee-exclusive. Looks nearly identical to the one on the left, except the connectors were made of metal, too!

 

[Rychiar]

I still can’t even imagine buying an official apple band… they’re soooo overpriced and a band is something easily replicated by third parties, often for the better

 

[SqB]

Out of interest how easy is it to clean these loop bands?

Every month or so we just take them off the watch and throw them in with a load of clothes. They come out good as new.

 

[Vangeli]

You’re actually missing the very first one, which was employee-exclusive. Looks nearly identical to the one on the left, except the connectors were made of metal, too!

Oh that’s pretty cool. Doubt the connectors are space black though, and the nylon buckle bands don’t look that good anymore with the Series 7 redesign.

 

[tonie walker]

unfortunately braided loop stretch and loosen up after few wears, my size is the lowest so can’t go any lower…

still excited to see this year’s pride edition

 

[williamkey123]

I still can’t even imagine buying an official apple band… they’re soooo overpriced and a band is something easily replicated by third parties, often for the better

I feel the exact opposite. There was a period where I was buying a lot of third party bands; yes, they were cheap, but the almost always broke quickly or were really ugly in person. Now I've resigned to the fact that pretty much only Apple can make these things decently.

 

[rpmurray]

I don't keep up with the Apple Watch news (I don't own one) but seeing this story made me wonder if Apple has produced a special band for the support of Ukraine.

 

[russell_314]

I still can’t even imagine buying an official apple band… they’re soooo overpriced and a band is something easily replicated by third parties, often for the better

You get what you pay for. Yes they’re more expensive than cheap clones but they’re also much better

 

[GhostOS]

I still can’t even imagine buying an official apple band… they’re soooo overpriced and a band is something easily replicated by third parties, often for the better

Quality.

 

[russell_314]

Why not? It makes them money and that’s their job. I don’t understand why people say corporations are greedy because they want to make a profit. Their whole purpose is to make money.

 

[russell_314]

Quality.

Exactly. I have one in some dark blue color and absolutely love it. My only advice is to get one that’s a little tight because it will stretch. That’s just the nature of the material. Of course use some care taking it off and don’t just stretch it out all the way.

 

[rpmurray]

Why not? It makes them money and that’s their job. I don’t understand why people say corporations are greedy because they want to make a profit. Their whole purpose is to make money.

You mean it's not to make the world a better place? I'm shocked.

 

[russell_314]

You mean it's not to make the world a better place? I'm shocked.

Yeah I know 😂. Some corporations do help things by making products that improve our way of life but that’s not their basic function

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

That’s awesome! The "Pride" lineup Apple introduced last year was great. This year will be no different.

 

[Kylo83]

What’s the point in a new Apple Watch when the series 8 is coming in 3 months?