Nomad Launches New Glow in the Dark Sport Band for Apple Watch

[MacRumors]

Nomad today released a limited edition Glow in the Dark Sport Band that is designed for the Apple Watch. The band, priced at $60, is compatible with the 49mm, 45mm, 44mm, and 42mm Apple Watch models.

Like Nomad's other Sport Band options, the Glow in the Dark model is made from FKM fluoroelastomer rubber, and it is waterproof, so it can be worn when swimming, in the ocean, and during sweaty activities. The material is stiffer than Apple's version of the Sport Band, but it is comfortable on the wrist.

There's a pin-and-tuck mechanism to close the band for a secure closure, and interior ventilation channels add breathability to keep the watch band from getting too moist underneath, similar to Apple's Nike bands. In our testing, the Sport Band does indeed glow in the dark as advertised, though the glow is a bit more subtle than depicted in Nomad's photos. The band needs to have light exposure before it is able to glow in the dark, and the brightness will depend on the amount of light that it gets.

During the day, the band is an unassuming white color, but when the lights go out, it glows green.

Nomad has been releasing multiple limited edition versions of the Sport Band, so the new model joins Blaze, Atlantic Blue, Electric Blue, and High Volta.

The Glow in the Dark Sport Band can be purchased from the Nomad website for $60.

Article Link: Nomad Launches New Glow in the Dark Sport Band for Apple Watch

 

[josebus]

For when you dropped $700 on a watch, but are still 5 years old.

 

[frenchcamp49er]

I’ll hold out for the Flashing Lights Band.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

This actually looks pretty cool. Tempted to order one! 🤩

 

[josebus]

I’ll hold out for the Flashing Lights Band.

Nah, wait for the pumps.

 

[cthompson94]

Pretty cool for runners and hikers and quite a few others, especially with the area I live a lot more evening/early morning runners really need to wear something high vis

 

[frenchcamp49er]

Pretty cool for runners and hikers and quite a few others, especially with the area I live a lot more evening/early morning runners really need to wear something high vis

They should also ready be using such equipment. A watch band won’t help.

 

[Appleandy]

My kid has a watch like that 😂😂😂

 

[dannyyankou]

For when you dropped $700 on a watch, but are still 5 years old.

Or for when you want people to see you when you’re out at night.

 

[nylonsteel]

not very appealing to me
gotta expose it to light before use
dull white color when not illuminated
ninjas cant wear them to be stealty in the dark

 

[Sprocket_Proton]

That would not be the best for a peaceful sleep. Or on the nightstand when charging!

I can see the allure as it looks cool, but struggle to see a functional benefit.

 

[andrewxgx]

cant wait to find videos of theese in use on PH

 

[tivoboy]

I really like where NOMAD has gone with colors and even bands, but the sad part about THIS band is that if you’re between slots, holes, you’re SOL. So it just doesn’t work at all. ;-(

 

[FightTheFuture]

Or for when you want people to see you when you’re out at night.

Pretty cool for runners and hikers and quite a few others, especially with the area I live a lot more evening/early morning runners really need to wear something high vis

The flashlight mode on Apple Watch can increase visibility in the dark. I can see the appeal of this band to save battery in that case though.

 

[dannyyankou]

The flashlight mode on Apple Watch can increase visibility in the dark. I can see the appeal of this band to save battery in that case though.

And if you actually want to be able to look at and use your Apple Watch, lol

 

[MrMojo1]

It may be good for the autumn/winter months when you go outside, depending on how long the glow lasts.
Hopefully drivers will see you walking to avoid you at night when it gets dark sooner than later.
If it works well at night, then it should be a better alternative to Nike's reflective Sports wrap band, which doesn't work well in the dark. I have the summer white wrap and it doesn't reflect well at night.
It needs a neon white version. The neon yellow High Volta is sold out.

 

[klasma]

not very appealing to me
gotta expose it to light before use

Just use flashlight mode on the Watch to “charge” the band.

 

[surfzen21]

1990's snap bracelets vibes.

 

[1984 Mac Guru]

That would not be the best for a peaceful sleep. Or on the nightstand when charging!

I can see the allure as it looks cool, but struggle to see a functional benefit.

Not good for your pineal gland.

 

[AF_APPLETALK]

I kind of like the way it looks when it's not illuminated/the white color.

Edit: I bought it! 😆

 

[Crowbot]

If you walk around with a UV flashlight you can keep it glowing forever. Of course, exposing your wrist to that much UV isn't good.

 

[segfaultdotorg]

Does it fit the iWatch Pro?

 

[cthompson94]

They should also ready be using such equipment. A watch band won’t help.

Oh I 100% agree I just cannot believe how many times I barely see dark colored clothing when it is getting dark or already dark. At least with the band it will already be fixed on their watch (unless they are one to swap them regularly) so at least it will be something

The flashlight mode on Apple Watch can increase visibility in the dark. I can see the appeal of this band to save battery in that case though.

that would be pretty good, but like you said the battery drain may not be so great.

 

[Mr. Dee]

I'm not the target audience for this, I am still using the same band that came with my Series 3 out of the box.

 

[travis64]

Any discount codes?