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I don't understand why no one had made a waterproof case for this amazing phone yet. I love the water and I love water pictures. I also love the pictures I can take with this phone and the slow motion option. If I could combine them with a waterproof case I'd be ecstatic. Thoughts anyone?
bboymickey said:
I don't understand why no one had made a waterproof case for this amazing phone yet. I love the water and I love water pictures. I also love the pictures I can take with this phone and the slow motion option. If I could combine them with a waterproof case I'd be ecstatic. Thoughts anyone?
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i'd also love there to be a waterproof option for us. that's really the only downside to not buying the most popular device; lack of accessories.
bboymickey said:
I don't understand why no one had made a waterproof case for this amazing phone yet. I love the water and I love water pictures. I also love the pictures I can take with this phone and the slow motion option. If I could combine them with a waterproof case I'd be ecstatic. Thoughts anyone?
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There is a universal waterproof case for going to the beach or the pool that works pretty well but definitely not for everyday use.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4nZkIA2Cq0&feature=youtube_gdata_player
There can only be one, the chosen ONE.
bboymickey said:
I don't understand why no one had made a waterproof case for this amazing phone yet. I love the water and I love water pictures. I also love the pictures I can take with this phone and the slow motion option. If I could combine them with a waterproof case I'd be ecstatic. Thoughts anyone?
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Because our phones are porous. Speaker hole. Headphone jack. Charging port. And other gaps in the body.
A case would have to completely seal off the entire phone to work underwater. Like the previous poster said, the only option for that is a pouch, which is cumbersome, but the only option for underwater photos.
So what is the difference between our phone and say the gs3 or iPhone which are both again porous
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bboymickey said:
So what is the difference between our phone and say the gs3 or iPhone which are both again porous
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Well for one, the rear housing is not sealed. There is very little adhesive keeping the housing stuck to the front. The phone is pretty much open. From right next to the display. I believe GS3 and iP both are very well sealed from the front. It's easier to seal off the back than the front.
Second, I don't think other phones have open speaker holes. This one may neither, but I think it has a greater chance for failure due to the greater number of holes.
check this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45027588&postcount=1972
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=83266
Never tested, just saw it.
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. From right next to the display. I believe GS3 and iP both are very well sealed from the front. It's easier to seal off the back than the front.
Second, I don't think other phones have open speaker holes. This one may neither, but I think it has a greater chance for failure due to the greater number of holes.
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Oh boy where do I start......
Well for one, the rear housing is not sealed. There is very little adhesive keeping the housing stuck to the front. The phone is pretty much open - The S3 has a snap on cover on the rear, no rubber seal around it, so as waterproof as a paper bag
I believe GS3 and iP both are very well sealed from the front - Nope, they both have a hardware button that has no IP rated seal around them
I don't think other phones have open speaker holes - The S3 has a speaker grill on the rear, to the right of the camera
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Well for one, the rear housing is not sealed. There is very little adhesive keeping the housing stuck to the front. The phone is pretty much open. From right next to the display. I believe GS3 and iP both are very well sealed from the front. It's easier to seal off the back than the front.
Second, I don't think other phones have open speaker holes. This one may neither, but I think it has a greater chance for failure due to the greater number of holes.
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Sir, you are SO WRONG ...
Sealing HTC One isn't harder nor easier than sealing any other cell phone from this planet (a phone that is not waterproof from factory).
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So what is the difference between our phone and say the gs3 or iPhone which are both again porous
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I feel it's less about the design and more about which third party companies want to support and make accessories for the One. More or less you're asking for a LifeProof for our phone. And companies like LifeProof don't see the "high" demand and would rather make cases for iphones and galaxies because they're a larger market. If more people asked, I'm sure they would accommodate eventually. (Hopefully)
I did get a reply on lifeproof's Facebook page and they said that they do not have any plans for our phone but thank you for our interest. I'm going to bug them some more.
Apparently this one fits the S3 & S4, I wonder if the One will squeeze in there as well
That would be great if they came out with a water proof case. Hopefully they will come out with one soon.
Put it in a pelican case or zip loc bag.
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You can get one from krussell it's the 3xl waterproof case doesn't look the best but hopefully works.
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Put it in a pelican case or zip loc bag.
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This.
If you want real protection you should not expect to use the device. A touch screen device can't work reliably with a true solution that allows full submersion with pressure. If you want to take pix underwater they make underwater (capable) cameras or you can shell out the $$$ for a waterproof box for your SLR, etc.
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This.
If you want real protection you should not expect to use the device. A touch screen device can't work reliably with a true solution that allows full submersion with pressure. If you want to take pix underwater they make underwater (capable) cameras or you can shell out the $$$ for a waterproof box for your SLR, etc.
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Yup. When I hike I throw my phone in a pelican case. When I dive I bring my gopro hero 3.
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I use the Krusell Sealabox great case
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Just put it in a thick plastic bag and seal it well .. tried it before on my very old nokia and worked like a charm .. not risking with my HTC One though
OK so I was reading that the 360 will take any 22mm watch band. Moto says that is the case, but that their specific band will look best because it's made for the shape of the 360. I'm currently looking at my Rolex for which I have a spare band for and I'm not sure if it's a standard band. I can't see from pictures how the 360 accepts the band, but I would guess it's just a straight pin that latches onto the left and right sides inside that slot the band goes in. If so that rules out my Rolex as it looks like it attaches to a middle piece.
What 22mm bands have you guys researched? Links/pics, etc. I think even a standard 22mm band might need to a more narrow link connecting the strap to the body. I'm also not sure how thick it can be.
Edit: Trying to upload a pic, how the heck does a tech forum like this have a 256kb (that's a freakin K in kb) limit on images?~?!? Do images that small even exist anymore?
I would love a cheap black metal band.
Edit: would any of these work?
http://www.amazon.com/Ritche-Stainless-Steel-Bracelet-Straight/dp/B00DKYC7TK
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0E869BB2EPW3BZZQ7AJ3
Here's my watchband, I don't think it will fit.
i want to know what kind of connection system Moto is employing in the body of the watch. given the size of the face, i was hoping to integrate a bracelet style watch band.
note, my crappy photochop
Got my band waiting for my watch!
Strapcode Super Engineer II
EDIT: Doesn't fit. The ends on this band are too thick. It is also missing the center cut out to fit against the watch body. Don't buy it for the Moto360.
I'm looking at:
http://www.amazon.com/MiLTAT-Aniline-Italian-Leather-D-Buckle/dp/B00IUCSA4S/
http://www.amazon.com/Military-Green-Panerai-Leather-Watchband/dp/B00C7VYGDW/
http://www.amazon.com/MiLTAT-Aniline-Italian-Leather-D-Buckle/dp/B00IUCSH0K/
http://www.amazon.com/Hirsch-109002-50-22-Genuine-Calfskin-Watch/dp/B001QWIZDU/
http://www.amazon.com/Horween-Vintage-Calfskin-Matching-Hand-Stitch/dp/B00IA8M1G0/
http://www.amazon.com/MiLTAT-Washed-Canvas-Stitching-Deployant/dp/B00N1PNV8E/
http://www.amazon.com/Hadley-Roma-MB4436RWSE-22-22-mm-Stainless-WatchBracelet/dp/B001EYVBMC
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640k said:
i want to know what kind of connection system Moto is employing in the body of the watch. given the size of the face, i was hoping to integrate a bracelet style watch band.
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Holy crap... I know that's a photochop, but damn, any bracelet is going to be tallllllllll.
http://smile.amazon.com/Ritche-Stai...ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A38Q0YPDGQDPPX
Just ordered that
Does anyone know how to actually swap the bands on the watch? I've got one and I plan on heading to fossil for a new band but I have no idea how to swap them once I fine a new one.
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Does anyone know how to actually swap the bands on the watch? I've got one and I plan on heading to fossil for a new band but I have no idea how to swap them once I fine a new one.
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The plastic back of the watch could be removed. Then it's possible with a watchband tool.
http://i2.wp.com/cdn.bgr.com/2014/09/moto-360-leak.jpg?w=625
Thanks for the quick reply, is the back removal something I can do myself or would the people at fossil/jeweler do it for me?
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The plastic back of the watch could be removed. Then it's possible with a watchband tool.
http://i2.wp.com/cdn.bgr.com/2014/09/moto-360-leak.jpg?w=625
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The original steel bands: http://cdn.slashgear.com/wp-content...a-moto-360-behind-the-scenes-sg-8-600x399.jpg
You'll see how deep they have to go into the moto.
I want something like this http://www.watchbands-watchstraps.c...ink-Metal-Watch-Band--Silver--22mm_p_129.html
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Thanks for the quick reply, is the back removal something I can do myself or would the people at fossil/jeweler do it for me?
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I think it's just a snap on plastic back which could be pulled with a fingernail. But I only saw pictures yet. I'm not 100% sure.
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The original steel bands: http://cdn.slashgear.com/wp-content...a-moto-360-behind-the-scenes-sg-8-600x399.jpg
You'll see how deep they have to go into the moto.
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Those are the official 360 bands? Hmm, the attachment method looks odd.
The stock leather isn't bad
brotbuexe said:
The original steel bands: http://cdn.slashgear.com/wp-content...a-moto-360-behind-the-scenes-sg-8-600x399.jpg
You'll see how deep they have to go into the moto.
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hmm, thats a fair bit different to the original band they had on the preview
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Those are the official 360 bands? Hmm, the attachment method looks odd.
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The attachment method will use spring bars like on normal watches, they just cut out some metal to save weight.
I think it will look weird if the last part of the band does not match the length. At least on a small wrist.
I want a band like the one shown in the preview, it looks MUCH better than the one they're actually going with, the fact that it curves to meet the body of the watch is a million times nicer. I wonder if I'll be able to find a similar one from anywhere.
What do you guys think?
Busted my plastic back trying to pry it off. Be extremely careful with it. Gonna have to sell it locally for $20-30 under msrp to get some money back.
Gadgetwhore has a post on 3rd party metal bands. I see the warning from Moto about possible interference with radios, but I'm still very tempted... especially when one is only $12 from Amazon. What do you guys think?
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Gadgetwhore has a post on 3rd party metal bands. I see the warning from Moto about possible interference with radios, but I'm still very tempted... especially when one is only $12 from Amazon. What do you guys think?
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Meh. I say just get a band that you like and put it on. Maybe we should get people to post pictures of their M360 with their aftermarket metal band along with a purchase link and any special information so people could get one if they like it? But only bands that are actually confirmed as compatible and being used by the poster. Not to hijack or anything.
Dusty Rhodes said:
Meh. I say just get a band that you like and put it on. Maybe we should get people to post pictures of their M360 with their aftermarket metal band along with a purchase link and any special information so people could get one if they like it? But only bands that are actually confirmed as compatible and being used by the poster. Not to hijack or anything.
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Already thread in general forum.
Ian B
Stopped by the store and picked up the pebble steel band but didn't like how it tapered down. Had this new band installed at a jewelers yesterday..
AfroCreame said:
Stopped by the store and picked up the pebble steel band but didn't like how it tapered down. Had this new band installed at a jewelers yesterday..
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That looks sweet! So I take it that band was purchased at the jewelry store, do you mind if I ask how much it was for the band and installation?
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That looks sweet! So I take it that band was purchased at the jewelry store, do you mind if I ask how much it was for the band and installation?
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Yes, it was around $80 installed.
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Yes, it was around $80 installed.
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You're joking, right . Your band looks great, but that's a lot, especially considering the finish of your band. It looks like it will scratch up like crazy.
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You're joking, right . Your band looks great, but that's a lot, especially considering the finish of your band. It looks like it will scratch up like crazy.
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Well actually he paid the exact cost of what Moto will charge people to buy the metal bands separately later this year...
Crazypinoy9 said:
Well actually he paid the exact cost of what Moto will charge people to buy the metal bands separately later this year...
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Yes, of that I am quite aware. Anyone who buys that ugly band...I deeply pity them - it looks like trash compared to their original (beautiful) render. They didn't even get the right dimensions when they created the connecting point. Have you seen the Engadget pics of it? It sticks out so far from the watch as if it's some cheap attachment. Paying $80 for that garbage?
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Yes, of that I am quite aware. Anyone who buys that ugly band...I deeply pity them - it looks like trash compared to their original (beautiful) render. They didn't even get the right dimensions when they created the connecting point. Have you seen the Engadget pics of it? It sticks out so far from the watch as if it's some cheap attachment. Paying $80 for that garbage?
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The really interesting thing about that photo is it shows the official band doesn't just clip in, it has some sort of plastic adapter. The iFixit review thought that the outer steel casing was grounded to the internals. Motorola claimed metal bands can cause interference. If that's the case, maybe this plastic adapter is to ensure the metal band never touches the metal case, since the case may be the antenna?
AfroCreame said:
Stopped by the store and picked up the pebble steel band but didn't like how it tapered down. Had this new band installed at a jewelers yesterday..
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Have you experienced any interference with the bluetooth?
ChrisAshton84 said:
The really interesting thing about that photo is it shows the official band doesn't just clip in, it has some sort of plastic adapter. The iFixit review thought that the outer steel casing was grounded to the internals. Motorola claimed metal bands can cause interference. If that's the case, maybe this plastic adapter is to ensure the metal band never touches the metal case, since the case may be the antenna?
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This could very well be true or just a fabrication so that people only buy their metal band. Just look at all the bands everyone is trying/discussing and successfully using. Moto knew this might happen, but probably didn't expect it to this degree. So I guess, the only story for them to get any sales at all would be to say something like this plastic adapter only comes with and fits our metal band. So if you don't want interference, you can only buy our band, until some company makes a plastic piece themselves and charges 3-5 dollars for it. Then, their argument is completely shot, lol.
If you are interested here are some of the best looking watch strap for Moto360 smartwatch I think
http://www.smartwatchappcenter.com/best-motobest-moto360-watch-strap-replacement-steel-watch-band-for-black-moto360.html
senseijuan said:
If you are interested here are some of the best looking watch strap for Moto360 smartwatch I think
http://www.smartwatchappcenter.com/...ement-steel-watch-band-for-black-moto360.html
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Although they are all black only.
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opasha said:
Yes, of that I am quite aware. Anyone who buys that ugly band...I deeply pity them - it looks like trash compared to their original (beautiful) render. They didn't even get the right dimensions when they created the connecting point. Have you seen the Engadget pics of it? It sticks out so far from the watch as if it's some cheap attachment. Paying $80 for that garbage?
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I like that stock metal band, it looks very nice. I think the reason it looks nicer than any aftermarket one is that it's oversized, you can see that the band is wider than the slot it fits into. I'd guess it's at least 24mm and also it doesn't taper.. It's such a huge watch it needs a very wide strap otherwise it looks cheesy.
I can see the attachment point looking odd if you have thin wrists, as the person in your pictures does. Then when it exits out it makes a sharp 90 degree turn down and looks like it doesn't belong, a curved adapter like many watchband have would have solved this. I'll bet it looks good with a thicker wrist though.
Here is a pic of the moto band unattached, I don't think its a plastic adapter at all. It looks like the attachment points are simply tapered down arms.
I got a relic band, it's stainless steel and I have had it on for about a day and no issues with any signal or anything
So the are not offering the band they originally showed with the watch? That was a huge buying decision for me
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So the are not offering the band they originally showed with the watch? That was a huge buying decision for me
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they are, but at a later date. For early adopters they will offer the band for a special price.
Hey guys,
we in Germany must wait till 10/09 to buy the moto360.
I am searching right now for a metal band. Before I buy one should i know how the surface is. Is it glossy or mat?
I am deciding between these two:
Glossy:
http://www.uhrenarmband-versand.de/Uhrenbandversand-p18413h572s2721-Uhrenarmband-Edelsta.html
Mat:
http://www.uhrenarmband-versand.de/Uhrenbandversand-p18417h572s2721-Uhrenarmband-Edelsta.html
Thanks
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WingnutStrikesBack said:
Hey guys,
we in Germany must wait till 10/09 to buy the moto360.
I am searching right now for a metal band. Before I buy one should i know how the surface is. Is it glossy or mat?
I am deciding between these two:
Glossy:
http://www.uhrenarmband-versand.de/Uhrenbandversand-p18413h572s2721-Uhrenarmband-Edelsta.html
Mat:
http://www.uhrenarmband-versand.de/Uhrenbandversand-p18417h572s2721-Uhrenarmband-Edelsta.html
Thanks
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The finish of the Moto360 is pretty reflective/glossy but not too glossy. Here are two completely different watch bands with the black.
1) Pebble Steel Black Metal Band: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=55450516&postcount=10
2) Glossy Black Metal Band: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=55338761&postcount=105
Here's the full thread for watch bands: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-360/general/thread-to-discuss-22mm-watch-bands-t2868429
I originally purchased my Moto 360 with the "stone leather" band. Color is the ugliest from all the leather bands, but it was the only one available at the time with a silver watch (which was a must for me). All was fine and dandy, until the band begun to smell awful. I did wear my watch while doing weight training four times a week, but I suppose that's why it has a heart rate monitor, right ? I tried to get off the smell using a stain remover called "Vanish" which "eliminates 99% of bacteria". It did eliminate the original bad smell but another chemical smell took its place and stayed there. I finally destroyed the color of my leather band using sodium bicarbonate in one last try to eliminate the smell.
I didn't want to use 3rd party metal bands because I was afraid I would end up with a cracked watch back, and also due to the watch lugs design, they don't look good attached to the watch because they form a steep angle while exiting the watch, leading to a "hockey puck" look.
Finally the official metal bands became available via Amazon (the only ones shipping to a package forwarding addres - I live inside EU). I purchased the band for more money than I would like to spend but it was a must. I also purchased a cheap set of tools to help me replace it. I replaced the band in about 2 hours, being very careful not to scratch anything, and I succeeded to keep the watch intact. However, from this experience I advise you that this is not a simple operation and it's better to go to a jeweler. This is because the pins are hidden inside the watch and the original band takes up all the space and the pins are not visible and are hardly reachable. Also, the link pins are very hard to get out from the band in order to adjust, even with specialized tools. I really hope Motorola changes the band attachment and adjustment style on the Moto 360 v2, an easier procedure is sorely needed. Maybe they could take some hints from the Apple Watch
The band feels a lot better on hand compared to the leather band (strangely). The leather band was constantly reminding me that it's there, like I had some kind of allergy to it, I had to adjust it all the time, plus the bad smell. The metal band heats up to body temperature and you really don't feel it, despite being heavier. However, in my opinion, the metal band is about 1-2mm wider than ideal. Its actually 23mm instead of the standard 22mm. It's out of balance compared to the watch diameter and overall size. Another disadvantage of the metal band is that at the watch entry point the band looks unnatural, unfinished. The wide links end about 3mm before the rest of the band enters the watch, creating this "unfinished" effect. I think they could have done a better design. But this is a minor problem, overall the watch looks a lot better with the metal band. I do think it would look very good with the new cognac leather band, but I have to wear it while training so I can't use any more leather bands. Maybe a silicone band would come handy.
About the cracked back issue, the official metal band has 2 plastic pieces that are designed in such a way that the metal band never touches the watch back. Even the plastic pieces don't put strain on the back, it's very well designed in this regard.
A picture of the watch is attached to this post. Thanks for reading
Thank you for your input and the picture.
i have yet to see the real shape of them plastic spacers... if u ever take band off, i would like to see the actual close up pic of those plastic things
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i have yet to see the real shape of them plastic spacers... if u ever take band off, i would like to see the actual close up pic of those plastic things
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I posted some photos in the Accessories section about a week ago:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57436743&postcount=19
Well got mine today from the US, ... Cousin was coming to India
Tomorrow I will apply it.
There is a video on YouTube where it seemed it was fairly simple to change it.
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Good Review .. Thanks man
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I prefer the look of the pebble steel band for some reason.
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I prefer the look of the pebble steel band for some reason.
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I did at first also.
But after checking it out at BB, I wasn't impressed.
I'm now leaning to the Moto band, or this Mesh one on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00PV...qid=1419285189&sr=8-15&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
I guess no one has paired the steel watch with the black steel official band? What do you think:
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It's an interesting look, but I'd still go with the silver one, on the silver Moto 360. I just wish the bands were a bit cheaper. 79.99 is kind of a lot.
I finally got mine from Moto - I ordered the black watch with black band and they held it up for a month waiting for the screen protector to come in. Jerks. But I digress
The band was too small so I added a link using a cheap kit I bought on Amazon (and man are the tools included cheap! Not quite single use but close). The band was too wide to see what I was doing in the pin removal tool so I had to do it manually with a dinky hammer and an appropriate pin removal tool. Long story short, it wasn't terribly difficult to just add or subtract a link.
It looks good and works well - my only gripe is that the little space between the band and the watch case doesn't look like what I'm used to looking at.
For those of you thinking the bands are expensive... I tried to order a replacement band for my TAG sports elegance watch and those burglars wanted $600 for a new band. So I got a moto360 instead.
FYI:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57809422&postcount=23
Has anyone found the banda up for sale online? I bought the "Milanese" SS mesh one and I really like it but j wanted a spare one because I tend to break things. Its very well made but I will find a way to break it in some clumbsy way. A variety of bands would be nice with the quick change pins being a marketing point too.
Coming soon... http://www.gethuawei.com/buy-huawei-watch#bands
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Has anyone found the banda up for sale online? I bought the "Milanese" SS mesh one and I really like it but j wanted a spare one because I tend to break things. Its very well made but I will find a way to break it in some clumbsy way. A variety of bands would be nice with the quick change pins being a marketing point too.
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From the website:
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From the website:
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Thanks for posting that, I'll have to look at them.
Edit: I wonder why they are so expensive because I can buy a nice watch band from other real watch companies for that price. I was looking for a black Milanese loop to add contrast to the design as an alternative but not for $80-170 with the leather likely being $80, then the Milanese ~100-120, steel $150 and the gold steel and/fancy leather one sitting at $170. That's just my guess of their pricing scale
I have the stainless but want the mesh.
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I have the stainless but want the mesh.
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The Milanese mesh is really nice, I just wish a spare wasn't so expensive. If the watch were a Tag or Omega I would spend whatever on a band but it's a smart watch. I tend to break things so having a backup is usually what I do
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The Milanese mesh is really nice, I just wish a spare wasn't so expensive. If the watch were a Tag or Omega I would spend whatever on a band but it's a smart watch. I tend to break things so having a backup is usually what I do
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I have the mesh, and it's very nice looking. However, the clasp is big time PITA. It's very awkward. Almost makes me wish they had one like...The Apple Watch. Sorry...
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I have the mesh, and it's very nice looking. However, the clasp is big time PITA. It's very awkward. Almost makes me wish they had one like...The Apple Watch. Sorry...
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How is it a PITA? Mine covered l closes easily and stays put
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How is it a PITA? Mine covered l closes easily and stays put
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It're really more of a minor thing...but enough for me to complain about it...
There are times that I "think" I have it fully clasped, but it really isn't. It's like I need to make sure the clasp clicks twice. There was one time I only "did the click once", and I thought it was closed, but wasn't. Watch came off during apple picking...yay (sarcasm...to both the watch and the apple picking). However, I understand that's an end-user issue...but still...
The more of the PITA situation is trying to get it on. I find I have to hold the watch against my chest, stomach, or thigh and then play "thread the needle" with the sliding part of the band into the clasp. It's not super convenient. Also, tightening the band is fairly difficult. Maybe I don't have enough experience with watch clasps (I had a leather band on my Moto360, and I had a link clasp on my previous Citizen), but putzing with this clasp and band is a little more difficult that I thought it would be. Again, if you compare this mesh band and clasp versus the Apple Watch mesh band and magnetic clasp...the Apple product is easier to use. But then...I'd have to use an iPhone...
Is this super difficult? No. Does it make me wish I had a different band? No. Will I still gripe about it? Of course...this is a forum on the Internet...
c5d said:
It're really more of a minor thing...but enough for me to complain about it...
There are times that I "think" I have it fully clasped, but it really isn't. It's like I need to make sure the clasp clicks twice. There was one time I only "did the click once", and I thought it was closed, but wasn't. Watch came off during apple picking...yay (sarcasm...to both the watch and the apple picking). However, I understand that's an end-user issue...but still...
The more of the PITA situation is trying to get it on. I find I have to hold the watch against my chest, stomach, or thigh and then play "thread the needle" with the sliding part of the band into the clasp. It's not super convenient. Also, tightening the band is fairly difficult. Maybe I don't have enough experience with watch clasps (I had a leather band on my Moto360, and I had a link clasp on my previous Citizen), but putzing with this clasp and band is a little more difficult that I thought it would be. Again, if you compare this mesh band and clasp versus the Apple Watch mesh band and magnetic clasp...the Apple product is easier to use. But then...I'd have to use an iPhone...
Is this super difficult? No. Does it make me wish I had a different band? No. Will I still gripe about it? Of course...this is a forum on the Internet...
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Mien has a very distinctive click when I close it so it's hard to not know if it's closed. Apple makes things simple for people who don't understand/know technology so I can see why they used a magnet. I understand how you might not be able to tell its closed because if it's not lined up with one of the notches on the underside it won't close, but if it is lined up its very easy to tell. I regularly bused a leather band both of my LG Urbane and my mechanical watch so it is a chance but no one that's hard to get used to. I like the metal one personally because leather wears out much faster from experience, even expensive quality leather bands. I gave a buffalo leather on my mechanical watch that's really nice but after a year it needs replacing because it loses its nice look. I'm trying to find a nice Milanese band like the Huawei one but for my mechanical watch because I really enjoy the look/feel of it.
I actually wish they made a sport band so that I could wear it while working out or doing any sort of physical activity.
I just installed a third party stainless steel mesh band onto a black Huawei watch. Purchased the band on Amazon. For being really inexpensive ($10) it is actually not that bad :thumbup: It's fairly comfortable and smooth, with no sharp links or rough edges on the band itself. Clasp feels a little cheap but sturdy enough. Again, no sharp corners or anything.
It doesn't have quick release spring bars, unfortunately. But it was not hard to install. Took less than 2 minutes using regular spring bars, and I was being ultra careful so as not to scratch the black coating of the watch. I could probably do it in less than 30 secs next time.
Also, it is not a feed through mechanism. It's the "interlocking" type. So that's a plus for those who find the feed through type a pain.
There's several of these around, and I'm sure they're pretty comparable with other cheap bands. Here's the link to the actual one I tried: https://goo.gl/P8alWI
When are they due out?
I wish I could find the black mesh band that was in some of the early promotional pics of the watch.
I found this one on Amazon. I wonder how good it is.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...eather Band&qid=1444831623&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
falcon26 said:
I found this one on Amazon. I wonder how good it is.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...eather Band&qid=1444831623&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
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Hmm, their Apple Watch bands seem to get good reviews: 4/5 stars on most of them. I may order one of these tonight.
I wonder if this would work: http://www.amazon.com/Voguestrap-TX...=8-26&keywords=18mm+watch+strap+leather+casio
Hanger4life said:
I wish I could find the black mesh band that was in some of the early promotional pics of the watch.
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Please message me if you do. My black watch is shipping and I would love to get the black mesh one. So sexy on the black watch.
Here's my band, a third party Mesh Band that's 99.9% similar to the OEM Mesh Band and has quick release pins. Designed for the Huawei and feels nice, had it for a week now! http://imgur.com/a/B1Onc
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=161889778218&alt=web
c5d said:
I have the mesh, and it's very nice looking. However, the clasp is big time PITA. It's very awkward. Almost makes me wish they had one like...The Apple Watch. Sorry...
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Have to agree, I have the mesh and I like the looks and the ~infinite adjustment, but it's a royal PITA to put on.
I would love a black leather band for my black Hwatch. Anybody found one? Would prefer not a straight 18mm.