Watchbands that aren't "Childish"? - Sony Smartwatch 3

All of these silicon and rubber bands, with wild colours or their "soft feel" seem very childish and "college".
The Asus Zen Watch utilizes 22mm wrist straps, but this watch seems to be a pop-in and out band style.. so one bump and you could lose the watch all together.
Is there any watch bands that offer bolt/spring style (like 22mm straps) for the SW3? I love the watch, and have a Z1 (soon to have a Z3), but am not a fan of these rubber bands.

Wiltron said:
All of these silicon and rubber bands, with wild colours or their "soft feel" seem very childish and "college".
The Asus Zen Watch utilizes 22mm wrist straps, but this watch seems to be a pop-in and out band style.. so one bump and you could lose the watch all together.
Is there any watch bands that offer bolt/spring style (like 22mm straps) for the SW3? I love the watch, and have a Z1 (soon to have a Z3), but am not a fan of these rubber bands.
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I think they are great for sport. But yes, it would be great to have two. One to sweat and one to wear normally.

king conan said:
I think they are great for sport. But yes, it would be great to have two. One to sweat and one to wear normally.
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I'm not about to argue with Conan the Barbarian..

Wise choice!

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Ritche 22mm Strap Black (Fix)

So most of you say it doesnt fit, thats true, but you have to cut the two notches inside the watch to make it fit. thats what i did and it worked.
Ritche 22mm Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch Band Strap
http://www.amazon.com/Ritche-Stainl...raight/dp/B00DKYC7TK/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
This should be posted in the 22mm straps topic tbh.
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cut the watch?
oh hell naw
What did you cut the notches out with?
gtg465x said:
What did you cut the notches out with?
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His warranty
Bryanphamx said:
So most of you say it doesnt fit, thats true, but you have to cut the two notches inside the watch to make it fit. thats what i did and it worked.
Ritche 22mm Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch Band Strap
http://www.amazon.com/Ritche-Stainl...raight/dp/B00DKYC7TK/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
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Are u still able to remove the watch band because it's 22mm. Seems like no way to put screwdriver into remove it. I would think a 20mm would be better.

Sony announced new stainless steel SW3

http://www.androidheadlines.com/2015/01/sony-brings-stainless-steel-smartwatch-3-las-vegas.html
One - does that mean they will bring out the strap on its own?
Two - the 24 mm holders sound brilliant, we should be able to swap out custom bands. This is going to greatly increase the appeal of the watch IMO
I can't wait because with 24mm holster I can use it with SW2 metal band.
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The holder look to be plastic and to me doesn't look premium. Wish it was black metal or SS. Still better than no option.
I'm not sure if the watch pops out of the metal band like the original SW3? Would be nice if you could just buy the metal band.
I posted some pics I found in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/smartwatch-3/accessories/to-nicer-band-option-t2992367

Watchband

Hi,
My zenwatch is finally on it's way, and i'm thinking of getting another strap.
Do you think the following watchband will fit the zenwatch?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/19139693033...rkparms=gh1g=I191396930334.N8.S1.M1459.R1.TR2
Thanks!
Pretty much any 22mm band will work. I have couple of bands, and usually alternate between a metal mesh and a leather nato strap. The only problem with the Nato is that I have to take the strap out every night to charge.
Do you have links for where to buy the straps you got? I want to take a look.
And why you have to take the strap off? On what it's depand?
Thank you
I bought them off of Ebay. This is real similar to the Nato strap I bought: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Honey-Brown...t=LH_DefaultDomain_3&var=&hash=item4ae9dd2397 And this looks just like the metal mesh band: http://www.ebay.com/itm/22MM-SILVER...980?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4196989fa4
Nato style straps cover the back of the watch so on the Zenwatch, the charging pins are covered. If you go with a nato strap, get a pair of watch pins. I recommend quick release like http://www.fandebnb.com/quick-release-spring-bars-pair/
so that they are easy to remove, just like the original band the Zenwatch comes with.
Will these band watch fit a zenwatch 1?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Milanese-St...hash=item2ef048e207:m:mUgVaVeRHFQYegDDnuKwQ5A
AlexsamaM said:
Will these band watch fit a zenwatch 1?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Milanese-St...hash=item2ef048e207:m:mUgVaVeRHFQYegDDnuKwQ5A
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I would think so. We need a 22 mm band as well.
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Strap like Smartwatch 3 for normal watches

Hello, I tried a Sony Smartwatch 3 and I was impressed by the quality of the strap. It is the black plastic strap. I really like how it feels in my skin.
Anyway, I didn't like android wear, so I went back to my Pebble. But I wonder, do you guys know any universal strap for normal watches like the sony smartwatch? I'm talking about material and quality. I know the strap is only for somy smartwatches, but I want to know if any other manufacturer makes similar straps.
Thanks.
iWatchz*Q Collection. I use it with my Pebble.
PiotrN said:
iWatchz*Q Collection. I use it with my Pebble.
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Thank you. It looks quite good.
Do you know if it will fit Pebble steel, or even the new Pebble Time?
I don't know. I use it with Classic Pebble.
You can buy Smartwatch 3 Wrist Strap SWR510 from the official UK Sony Xperia Store now. It will cost around $30-$40.
Why you do not like smart watch? I think smart watch has a lot of advantages.

Best Milanese Huawei Watch Band Hands Down!

I originally purchased the Huawei Watch with black leather as I prefer leather bands to metal. All I ever really knew for metal watch bands was the normal steel links, which to me are heavy and rip the hairs out of my wrist. Not exactly something I would like to wear all day long. I have been curious about the Milanese style bands since I seen them advertised by Apple for the Apple Watch. Anyways, I started browsing Amazon to see what was on offer for the Huawei Watch. There are two styles as far as I can see. Milanese bands with a "clamp" style latch and a Milanese band that loops through with a magnetic "latch". I definitely was more attracted to the magnetic style band so I figured I would order it up and give it a go. The only thing I was worried about was the magnet being too weak and coming loose throughout the day, which is not the case at all. It also comes with the quick release style pins, so no tools are needed.
Needless to say, I love it! It makes the Huawei Watch look very sharp and unique in my opinion. It is very comfortable and provides a perfect fit due to the way it "latches". I am pretty sure it would provide a perfect fit for any wrist. It fits the watch so well that it appears as if it were made by the watch manufacture itself. Ever since I have swapped the leather band for the Milanese, I have had quite a few different people ask me about it and wondering "what kind of watch is that?". Also, if you compare it to the other Milanese Bands on Amazon, this one "fits" better. The band itself is slightly wider than the part that attaches to the watch / the part the pin goes through. This is how the original Huawei Watch bands are as well.
They are available in stainless steel, black, and rose gold. The stainless steel matches the standard Huawei Watch perfectly! The part that attaches to the lugs is a "brushed" finish like the sides of the Huawei Watch and not a glossy finish like the face. I actually prefer this, as it will not scratch nearly as easy. I am sure the black would match the black just fine as well. They were $17.99 when I purchased, but they are now $23.99. Still, worth every penny! I guess you could always go pay $129.99 + tax for the Huawei official Milanese band, which has an inferior clasping mechanism in my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0178KWW3C?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
Very cool. I've been interested in this style since I first saw the Apple version. I've looked online but all the ones I've found were using clips to latch. The magnetic band is very cool. I ordered one to give it a shot.
I would love to see some actual pictures of it on your wrist.
Can you post some pictures of the band on your watch?
Thanks for sharing! I have been searching some 2 months ago and could not find a magnetic loop band back then. I immediately ordered this band for HuaweI Watch and also for Apple iWatch and Gear S2 Classic... (Yesoo sells for all those watches!!)
I have a similar band by Hoco...black melanese mesh with magnetic clasp....couldn't recommend it enough! https://plus.google.com/111656357014042389917/posts/ePHuhxVeRpg - photo
I just received this very same band last week and love it! After purchasing a very similar 3rd party band for my wife's Apple watch, I thought this would be a great option for the Huawei watch and am very pleased. The magnetic clasp allows you to adjust for a near perfect fit on your wrist. This also has quick change pins, so it's very easy to swap back and forth between this and the original Huawei leather band when you want a different look. The only negative I've found so far is that the hair on my wrist gets snagged in the magnetic clasp if it's not aligned to the band perfectly.
Also bought it
I also bought one. The only thing I don't like are that some of the links stick up a little on mine near where the mesh is joined to the solid metal parts (You only notice if you look closely and from the right angle, though), and also the metal is slightly darker than the watch case.
Overall though, I'm pleased, especially considering I paid under $20 for it.
I can confirm. This is definitely the best band for this watch. I was thinking the magnetic band would come off, or the links would be messed up, but everything is perfect. As soon as I put it on I got a lot of complements about my watch. Too bad nobody know what a Huawei Watch is around where I live. They always give me a blank stare like I just spoke some foreign language.
I have both the clasp variant mesh band and this magnetic variant mesh band. The magnet is nice and easy to use, and it's very strong too, but the quality of the mesh is much higher on the clasp mesh band. Slightly thicker and feels sturdier, plus it's pretty much a 90% exact stock mesh band replica.
Sorry, I didn't even think to post pics. I will post some later today.
Rektifying said:
Sorry, I didn't even think to post pics. I will post some later today.
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Isn't that a given? :silly: I'm curious to see how it looks compared to the Huawei one that I have.
Here are some pics. I am no photographer and the only camera I have is the one on my Nexus 6.
http://i.imgur.com/MgouCHa.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/myky5CI.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/s5dPdoI.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/8VxT00E.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/XPPNp4s.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/fNokQFp.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/cxAN4fD.jpg
Sorry, I still can't figure out how to get pics to post directly on my comments. Why can't all forums be like overclock.net and many others and have integrated photo uploads? Where when you go to post a pic, you just upload it directly from your computer and not have to use some third party site and post links... so annoying.
I have the hoco milances magnetic clasp band in stainless steel and I also really like it. My only complaint is that the magnetic clasp slips when I am doing any kind of physical work. I am a social worker my day but in the weekend I like dyi projects around the house. The watch slipping lose sometime is annoying. But over all the w a huawei watch looks great with this band.
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I ordered this and have been using it for a few days.
The Magnetic band does come loose over time. I've had to tighten it a few times throughout the day.
I think I want to exchange mine because the magnetic clasp piece doesn't seem to be connected to the band very well. It isn't aligned properly and looks like 1 side is coming out. It isn't loose, but there is a brown (rust?) line that I can see. It is barely noticeable but I think it makes it look cheap.
wilsonliang777 said:
I have the hoco milances magnetic clasp band in stainless steel and I also really like it. My only complaint is that the magnetic clasp slips when I am doing any kind of physical work. I am a social worker my day but in the weekend I like dyi projects around the house. The watch slipping lose sometime is annoying. But over all the w a huawei watch looks great with this band.
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Which watch face is that please?
I bought this one as well and really hated it. My review is on Amazon if anyone cares to read it (Cory S). I suppose I might had rated it better if I wasn't comparing it directly against the OEM mesh band...but probably not being they lied about the material it is made out of.
Rektifying said:
Here are some pics. I am no photographer and the only camera I have is the one on my Nexus 6.
http://i.imgur.com/MgouCHa.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/myky5CI.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/s5dPdoI.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/8VxT00E.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/XPPNp4s.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/fNokQFp.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/cxAN4fD.jpg
Sorry, I still can't figure out how to get pics to post directly on my comments. Why can't all forums be like overclock.net and many others and have integrated photo uploads? Where when you go to post a pic, you just upload it directly from your computer and not have to use some third party site and post links... so annoying.
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It looks like a darker silver. Is it darker then the stainless steel of the watch?
ceramista said:
It looks like a darker silver. Is it darker then the stainless steel of the watch?
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Nah looks the same shade. Just the shadows playing tricks on you.
I've been wearing this band for about a week. I have to adjust it a few times a day but it feels good. I haven't had any compliments on it either. The magnets get a little crazy taking it off. The band kinda all sticks to itself. I am getting faster at getting off and on one handed.
The thinness of the band really makes the Huawei looks super thick, hence why I liked my thick metal band. I also think it looks more feminine (IMO).
Thanks for this. Got the black one and loving it.
bmg1001 said:
I have both the clasp variant mesh band and this magnetic variant mesh band. The magnet is nice and easy to use, and it's very strong too, but the quality of the mesh is much higher on the clasp mesh band. Slightly thicker and feels sturdier, plus it's pretty much a 90% exact stock mesh band replica.
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I've purchsed the clasp variant you mention here. The mesh is fine, as you write. Otherwise I consider the band pretty much useless, as taking on the watch is a project for a minute or more. Ok, I might not be the handiest guy, but the problems are:
- very tight clasp, the band barely goes through
- very awkward clasp system itself, very hard to use when watch is on the wrist (typical use case, isn't it?).
I can hardly use the claps even off-wrist. From what I can tell from the photos, original Huawei OEM band uses the same system, so it's possibly cheapishly implemented here.
I got the item "packed" in a soft plastic envelope, due to what (probably) it has a very ugly dent on the part which connects to the watch. One of the quick release handles on the hinge fell apart until I got home from work.
tl;dr;
Don't buy this totally noname chinese crap.

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