In addition to the new 13- and 15-inch M3-powered MacBook Airs, Apple took advantage of this silent update to add new cases and straps to its portfolio. As usual, at this time the company introduces new spring colors, which are traditionally accompanied by a new color for the iPhone. This time, unfortunately, we can only settle for accessories, at least for now.
In total, 11 new bands have been added to all bands available for Apple Watch, as well as the same number in the Apple Hermès line. Apple Watch bands match the new iPhone 15 cases, now available in a subtle mint color. sunny yellow, light blue and another light crimson.
The interesting part is that the new cases are only for the iPhone 15, as Apple didn’t add any other color for the much-criticized slim woven MagSafe case for the iPhone 15 Pro, replacing the classic leather ones.
New straps for Apple Watch
When it comes to Apple Watch bands, colors vary depending on the band model, with the classic Sport Loop adding the most new colors to the list.
- Sports loop: soft mint and ocean blue.
- Sports group: delicate mint, sunny and light blue.
- Braided single loop: sunny yellow, light blue and crimson.
- Single cycle: pink, soft mint, ocean blue.
In addition, new options for Hermès straps are added to the above.
- Single Tour Hermès Toile H: Bleu Céleste/Ecru and Framboise/Ecru.
- Hermès Twill Jump Single Tour: Bleu Céleste/Bleu Jean and Jaune d’Or/Bleu Jean.
- Single tour Hermès Kilim: Blanc and Blue Celeste.
The Hermès Simple Tour Tricot is priced in line with the rest of the luxury house’s straps, remaining at €349 for all box sizes. According to Apple, this band is made from knitted fabric that Sits comfortably on the wrist like a glove. Additionally, this new strap replaces the Hermès Bridon straps.
All new Apple Watch bands are now available for purchase at the Apple Store and Apple Store Online. In the case of Spain, they will be sent from March 6th and will be available for physical collection on March 7th. Prices do not change and remain the same compared to other colors introduced last year.
Source: Hiper Textual
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