From the first Apple Watch model, through the Ultra models, to the latest Apple Watch Series 9, the straps have always been compatible. Apple designed a system of sliding straps that is in effect on all versions of the Apple Watch, ensuring that changing models does not mean changing straps.

However, this is no longer the case in the new generation. With Apple Watch Series 10 is expecting a major redesign exterior design and this may mean: not compatible with existing straps. The rumor was put forward by Kosutami.

The connectors of the new generation Watch have been completely redesigned…
Literally, if you have old bands anymore, just sell them🤷‍♀️100% true

— Kosutami (@KosutamiSan) December 20, 2023

Watch’s new generation connectors have been completely redesigned… Literally, if you have old bands anymore, just sell them 🤷‍♀️ 100% true.

New straps for a bigger battery?

Replacing Apple Watch straps makes a lot of sense to some extent. But the strap fastening system is very convenient and simple. It takes a lot of spacefor example, preventing the use of an interior space best battery. Moreover, it is such a design that fits rounded edgesA design that may change in the new generation Apple Watch.

Mark Gurman explained at the time that Apple was exploring a change in the way straps connect to the Apple Watch, and he described one of these options as follows: a magnetic solution. From what we understand, this option will be rolled out to the entire Apple Watch range from now on.

The strap retention system hasn’t changed on any Apple Watch

This was a decision Apple had to make sooner or later, and the truth is that it’s been 10 years with the same straps for the Apple Watch. It remains to be seen whether Apple will launch some form. Accessory that replaces old bands and makes them compatible with the new Apple Watch Series 10.

This has already happened when Apple removed the headphone jack connector and shipped an adapter in the iPhone box. This could be a temporary solution for a generation or two so users can still get the most out of their old straps.