Hey, I was just online getting a Nexus 6 direct from Motorola and I noticed that Moto 360 is available with a metal band.
How long has that been available? Did I miss something?
Metal bands
You didn't miss anything, this was literally announced a while ago. A while being like an hour ago. They released a few things as well, not only the metal bands. Availability of new bands, such as Cognac Brown and Silicon bands as well, including leather bands made by DODOcase. Software update to the Motorola Connect also will allow you to customize the watch faces, add the Moto Contest Winner's new face and an updated health app including Calories and Distance. I think it's pretty cool and I can't wait until they release the bands separately (momentarily you can only buy them when purchasing a new Moto). Tomorrow's their AMA on Reddit, worth it to check it out and see if we can squeeze anything out of them about official release dates .
http://motorola-blog.blogspot.de/2014/11/moto-360-choose-watch-that-fits-your.html
I doubt they would answer, but we could ask them if they made a hardware revision to prevent the back from cracking so easily. I mean, if it happens with a leather band, I would think it would be even easier to crack with metal putting pressure on it. Unless they made it so the first link in the watch doesn't move so it can't push against it.
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Called Motorola today
I spoke with a Sales rep to buy just the band, but they're not ready yet.
charesa39 said:
I doubt they would answer, but we could ask them if they made a hardware revision to prevent the back from cracking so easily. I mean, if it happens with a leather band, I would think it would be even easier to crack with metal putting pressure on it. Unless they made it so the first link in the watch doesn't move so it can't push against it.
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The metal bands for Moto 360 seem to be quite customized from the pictures, in order to prevent touching the plastic back.
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The metal bands for Moto 360 seem to be quite customized from the pictures, in order to prevent touching the plastic back.
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I was looking at that as well. Is the black plastic part of the metal band or the watch itself? If this is an addition to the watch to prevent cracking, this should be implemented with all the nonmetal band models as well. This would give many an incentive to just purchase the metal for this retrofit and then get a leather band as well.
Something is definitely wrong
Is it just me or does the moto 360 with the metal band look no where near as good as they made it seem in the concept pictures.
Take a look at this and compare it to what they are selling.
http://i-cdn.phonearena.com/images/articles/126717-image/Moto-360.jpg
I know that I may be being naive but I honestly expected more.
شیرخدا said:
Is it just me or does the moto 360 with the metal band look no where near as good as they made it seem in the concept pictures.
Take a look at this and compare it to what they are selling.
http://i-cdn.phonearena.com/images/articles/126717-image/Moto-360.jpg
I know that I may be being naive but I honestly expected more.
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The metal band from the concept pictures is a different model from the one they actually sell, you can't compare like this. Maybe in the future they will sell that model too, but seeing how long it takes them to sell even run-of-the-mill bands I don't hold much hope.
So you cant actually pick the bands up in a store anywhere yet, this is just for ordering online? Any idea when you can get these in BB?
شیرخدا said:
Is it just me or does the moto 360 with the metal band look no where near as good as they made it seem in the concept pictures.
Take a look at this and compare it to what they are selling.
http://i-cdn.phonearena.com/images/articles/126717-image/Moto-360.jpg
I know that I may be being naive but I honestly expected more.
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So did I.
The bands they are showing now look absolutely crap compared to what was originally shown.
I'm seriously disappointed in Motorola, firstly for the flat tyre and now the crappy metal band they are trying to palm off on us.
Apparently they are also going to try and charge $80 for the band alone, they're smoking some serious crack.
When I got mine at best buy, there was a metal band available for $30. Said compatible with moto 360.
I am thinking of getting the Motorola-Moto-360-Smart-Watch - Black Leather (Certified Refurbished), from Amazon Canada (119.99CAD$), ( I would link it but I am not allowed, too new)
I am trying to find a compatible metal band, and some mention Moto 360 2, so I am not sure if they are compatible, or what should I look out for.
If you can post a link to matching black metal one, that is a 1 piece band, would be appreciated.
Hi fellow forum members. I've had my moto 360 1st generation for 2 years now. I noticed yesterday that my leather band is splitting apart. The watch still works fine, so I'd hate to shell out $200 for a new watch. Back when I first purchased the watch Motorola sold official "dodo" leather straps on their site, but it seems that they're no longer available. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good replacement band that won't break the bank? Thanks
Amazon or eBay maybe they have them
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You should have looked at the other posts in this sub-forum; about 1/3 of them already discuss 3rd party watch bands for the Moto 360.
I just bought a used Black Stainless Huawei Watch. It is in great condition, but I have one problem, the band is too small.
I was wondering if anyone had any spare links for the black stainless band? I know I can order a different band, but I like the looks of the black stainless one.
I'd be happy to pay for the links plus shipping for anyone that might have a spare or two.
This is my first smart watch, and I can tell I'm going to like it. It should go well with my Huawei Mate 9
Thanks.
It would be cheaper, quicker, and easier to just buy a new black stainless steel band - there's loads on Amazon for about £10.
If you're using a Huawei phone, whitelist the Wear app from Huawei's ridiculous RAM management. And don't use the Huawei Health app - it's a crippling data hog.
Where can I find 1st gen bands/straps?
I wanted to get a steel milanese one, but the watch is so old I can't find any.
I see years ago, they sold adaptors, too use normal bands on the 1st gen, but not anymore.
I only see a couple overpriced bands on aliexpress, does anyone where can I find some, even if it's not milanese ones? Any other compatible watch bands?
Found this on thingiverse. I'd print one first to verify fitment and then you can clean it up a bit to suit your style and take the design to a local machine shop and have them cut you a couple. I think there are people that can 3d print direct to metal also, but my guess is it'd be more expensive.
Also, I'm just assuming this is for 1st gen as it doesn't specify (at least I didn't see it).
Moto 360 22m Band Adapter 225 deg. by bouhady
this thing is 225 degrees adapter for the moto 360 watch band
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SurfRodder said:
Found this on thingiverse. I'd print one first to verify fitment and then you can clean it up a bit to suit your style and take the design to a local machine shop and have them cut you a couple. I think there are people that can 3d print direct to metal also, but my guess is it'd be more expensive.
Also, I'm just assuming this is for 1st gen as it doesn't specify (at least I didn't see it).
Moto 360 22m Band Adapter 225 deg. by bouhady
this thing is 225 degrees adapter for the moto 360 watch band
www.thingiverse.com
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Thanks, I actually got those printed. The attachment of the adapter to the watch is strong,but the attachment of the band to the adapter keeps failing. Im not sure if its because of the holes are too tight and the band thingie doesnt really go in.