I have more bands on the way that I can’t wait to switch out using! But this is the basic set up for my SG aluminum Series 4!
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Test driving a s4 40mm space grey
coming from a s1 38mm space grey
its beautiful! just picked it up but cant stop looking at it haha
And the photo does zero justice with the brightness and display quality of the new OLED in there
The white letters were piercingly bright during set up (against a black backdrop)
(not a scratch near crown, just a weird reflection)
coming from a s1 38mm space grey
its beautiful! just picked it up but cant stop looking at it haha
And the photo does zero justice with the brightness and display quality of the new OLED in there
The white letters were piercingly bright during set up (against a black backdrop)
(not a scratch near crown, just a weird reflection)
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I am still so torn between aluminium silver and space gray! I need a professional looking one at work while switching the band up to something colourful during the weekends.
Which would you guys choose if you were me?
Which would you guys choose if you were me?
Silver is easier to switch up bands but I think the gray looks a bit classier. I ordered the gray.
Yes, it's an original Space Black Link Bracelet. Apple still sells them here. They actually just reduced the price from $549.00 to $449.00 one week ago.
When Apple first announced the Apple Watch in 2015, the only way to get a Stainless Steel Space Black Apple Watch was to purchase the SSSB + SB Link Bracelet combo. Neither the SSSB AW nor the SB Link Bracelet were sold separately. This made the SSSB extra special.
But then the following year, Apple made it so you could purchase a SSSB AW for cheaper (under $1,000) as you were no longer required to buy the SSSB + SB Link Bracelet combo just to get the SSSB AW. You could now purchase the SSSB AW with a Sport Band or Sport Loop. They also began selling the SB Link Bracelet on its own for $549.00 and have done so now for a couple years.
Word on the street is the Link Bracelets may be in the process of being discontinued, which could be the reason for the recent $100 price reduction.
Regarding knockoffs, nothing compares to the craftsmanship of the genuine Apple Link Bracelet. It is premium quality.
The Link Bracelet features more than 100 components and it takes 9 hours to machine all of the pieces for each Link Bracelet.
It is quite heavy, but in a satisfying way. It feels like you are wearing a piece of art. It doesn't demand attention or turn heads from far away, but rather looks stunning when you get up close enough to realize it's not just a plain black band.
I've used the Link Bracelet for 3 years now. Unlike the silver version, the SB Link Bracelet specifically features a diamond-like carbon coating (DLC), which is the most resilient of finishes offered (accounting for the $100 premium over the silver bracelet). I have exactly two hairline scratches after several years of use, and they are not even bad. They really just add to the character of the band, in my opinion.
I honestly think Apple made the Link Bracelet just to show off. It certainly feels that way to me. I keep trying to come up with another synonym, but I struggle to find a better word to use than craftsmanship. The Link Bracelet exudes craftsmanship.
Do you need this band? No. Is it expensive? Yes. Should you buy it if you can't afford it? No. But if money is no object, you will absolutely not be disappointed with your purchase, and you will not regret going with the authentic option over a knockoff.
First in line at my Apple Store this morning and purchased a 44 SBSS watch. But before I left the store I started having second thoughts about the SS Gold. I just love the finish of it. After deliberating some time I exchanged the Space Black for the Gold and am happy with my decision. The gold goes well with the black, blue and green bands I already have. Hard to go wrong with either though.
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Agreed. Mine will not go away when playing music on my phone even though I have auto launch audio apps turned off.Great combo but man... that now playing icon is so ugly in my opinion
44mm Gold SS with SB Link Bracelet
Ugh don’t make me buy this!! Damn that looks good.
The S0-S3 looks like ancient technology. Wow. In just a week, our perspectives changed so much.
Great combo but man... that now playing icon is so ugly in my opinion
It’s easily my favourite thing in the OS. Makes life so much easier.
44 SS with red band
Wow, that red band is incredible with the SS!
Got my SS SB 44 yesterday and it is awesome. So fast, and the screen is really nice.
The gold seems to be really subtle in pictures. Almost have to squint to see if it is SS or gold! is this true, or is it just the pictures? (or my eyes? haha)
Space grey. I had silver aluminum first gen. Switched to space grey aluminum on 3rd gen. Wouldn’t go back.
