Apple Leather Link Review: My New Favorite Apple Watch Band!
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Apple introduced a new band style with the Apple Watch Series 6, the new Leather Link band. It uses magnets and a two-part design for a new take on the classic leather strap. I check it out, compare colors, fit, compare it to the Leather Loop, and more in this video.
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Are any of you going to pick this up?
@techinrl9869
3 жыл бұрын
I'm getting a blue one.
@yashpopat2700
3 жыл бұрын
I’m getting Apple Watch first
@mrmayajw
3 жыл бұрын
Have the blue on order. Pairing it with my SS graphite.
@moogle2crooks
3 жыл бұрын
Possibly, I was a little disappointed you didn’t talk about how the magnets effect the compass app. It’s a lot of money to then have it not allow certain functions to work. Any chance you can give us an update with that info? :)
@solideliquid
3 жыл бұрын
Hmm. I need to wash my hands often in healthcare.
Thank you for this review. I just ordered the poppy color, it's beautiful.
Just ordered the California poppy band. Looks so good :D
Thank you... I'm on 7/8 size as well... .I'll go for the S/M....
Finally, those are the two colors I bought for my blue 44mm watch. Can not wait for it to come on Thursday!
Finally! Thanks for posting this Andrew
Congrats on posting the first legit review of the Apple Watch leather link. I have a blue series 6 on order, with the Baltic Blue leather link. Won’t arrive for weeks.
New bands are awesome
Can't wait for mine to arrive!
Great review. Thanks man.
THANK YOU FOR THIS!!! I’ve been waiting forever for this.
@AppleInsider
3 жыл бұрын
No joke I ordered it within minutes and they just arrived a couple days ago! but had to do the announcement post and the Apple TV video before I could release this!
Hi , how is the leather band now? And do you recommended it for daily use?
I did pick up the Poppy and it has become by favorite band. I also considered the blue, but the Poppy really pops.
My Baltic blue should be here in a couple of weeks!!
I have the black one and really like it! Much better than the leather loop. Comfortable too.
@alimodz6253
Жыл бұрын
Hey. How's your black one doing in terms of color and durability? Planning to buy one
I was just looking for this 😂
What is the total length of the band while attached to the watch face? I’m planning on ordering a 44mm with leather link, so that measurement would really help me choose which band size to order. This will be my first Apple Watch and band, so I have no other points of reference. I’d really appreciate it! Thanks.
Good review, but any watch band with magnets should get the ”refrigerator test” in a review. I had one that would unstrap itself when I would get too close to metal surfaces. It was very annoying.
But, it is good for sport, or i need have one more and change it everyday when i go tu run?
Waiting for my Saddle Brown one eagerly
I wonder how this band is holding up after few months of usage?
Getting my saddle brown Leather link alongside the navy blue series 6 😍 navy and tan is a beautiful combo nice with tan leather shoes
@nb-ro3jl
3 жыл бұрын
Did you end up buying it, how does it look?
Bought the saddle brown for my 3. I'm loving the look and feel
@TheCrispyjones
2 жыл бұрын
Very late to the party I am but I’ve ordered one for my 42 series 3 too , 45 one I believe, did I done goof?
FYI, there's a new magnetic charger for apple watches where you can charge it flat or like a night stand so the leather loop is not a problem in charging
will the magnet come off easily if the band snags on something?
is that the graphite stainless steel....hows it holding up scratch wise? thanks!
Just got the green version and I absolutely love it. It feels so comfortable and the colour is stunning
@sh1121
2 жыл бұрын
IMO green is the best color for this band. It looks so subtle in most places but in bright light, it’s a noticeable green
Was hoping the brown can flip to outaide. So it can be like latest sport loop have 2 colors mix
You sold me on that California Poppy. But that Baltic blue is nice too. Just ordered the poppy!
Small detail but I love that it comes with the 40 mm and not just 44
I have a question. My wrist size is 19cm But the leather link (Small) is sized up to 18cm. People always talk about, they want the band smaller. Should i get the small size ? Are the magnets still strong enough if the band is smaller ? I would be happy about every answer.
Okay, respect goes to you for being the only KZreadr who actually knows how to take a strap out of the box properly by folding the tabs down. Everyone else tears it vertically, damaging the edges of their strap. :)
@MrGeek847
Жыл бұрын
I had to see what you meant. Never did that. Good call out
Love mine!
Great video ;) 40 or 44 watch?
Just got the black one for my graphite series7. Better looking and more comfortable than my sportband. My new go-to.
I really want one of these bands but I wonder how much easier these are for pick pockets to take off of someone. I’m working towards moving back to a big city and I’d hate for someone to swipe my watch.
Do you think a red one would look better than the yellow one?
Hi question. Does 44mm strap would fit the series 7 (45mm) thanks
can this be used with apple watch series 4
I bought the Apple leather band with my Series 7. Is the band durable enough to run/hike with it? I’m guessing it isn’t made to swim in. What are your thoughts?
i never though yellow color can be this cool on hand, i should get that one as well. Metal band kept eating my arm hair, definitely don't want to wear it while asleep
Excellent video. One of the very first on KZread.
@AppleInsider
3 жыл бұрын
Was hard to get my hands on them!
I’m getting my black leather band for my cousin’s wedding next wendsday!
What is your wrist size?
Very informative, great Vid. I too should have ordered the s|m size. Will see when it arrives.
@RC-vv6nr
3 жыл бұрын
So I got the new watch it’s incredible & the band in M/L. Though I have a smaller wrist it wraps around just fine. I’ll keep it.
How’s it holding up 2 years later?
How secure is it on your wrist? Could someone possibly grabs and steals it?
I love it. But kinda worried it'll be hard to maintain... any tips?
@AppleInsider
3 жыл бұрын
You can see my blue leather loop in this video that I got with my Apple Watch Series 0 like.. 6 years ago! It still looks great though it has a few bite marks from when we got a new kitten...! Other than that, leather cleaner will do just fine!
Andrew check the audio&sound! Too much echo 🥺🙉
Thank you for your sweet mistake. Based on your vid, I chose M/L for more secure link. 👍
which one do you prefer so far ? Graphite SS vs Black titanium ? I cannot decide ...
@chasehunter8983
3 жыл бұрын
Same boat I’m in right now. Can’t make a decision to save my life!
How secure does the magnets feel? Are they just as strong as the Milanese loop magnets?
@gunneetsingh27
3 жыл бұрын
Must be stronger
Hi, I have exactly the same wrist size. After seeing your video I've ordered the California poppy s/m version, because that would have been your way to go. But now I'm worried the magnets won't hold on so strong, because of the smaller magnetic surface. I mean; I don't like the thought of dropping my expensive watch on the floor, every moment of the day. As this video is a month old; how is your experience with the s/m size?
@justinm2010
3 жыл бұрын
Same here. The solo loop measure gave me a 7. there is another KZread That is wearing the sports loop band and uses s/m, so he went with the s/m leather link. I am worried about the same like you do.. but I go with the s/m as well
Curious about how these age and durability
@JackLim927
2 жыл бұрын
Also curious about liquid exposure
@TheKarenohara
2 жыл бұрын
I have mine almost a year and it’s still great. I have the Baltic blue colour. It hasn’t worn very much and it’s the only strap I wear. I don’t wear it in water (shower/pool) but I have gotten caught in the rain. No issue. I actually just bought another because I love it so much. I have the dark cherry now too.
I would wear the straps the other way around so that when you have your arms on the table other people don't look at the end of the strap.
@SirS2pendous
3 жыл бұрын
I always look at the Apple marketing images to make sure I’ve put it in correctly.
@akshayrikhi
3 жыл бұрын
Did someone tell you you are awesome? 😃 Just got mine a couple of hours ago and this was the only piece I didn’t like and you gave me a solution. 😬
@sujithkoneru8475
3 жыл бұрын
But don't you think that the watch is gonna fall off??
What are you wearing with...which case? color and material... Can you pls post some pictures of this band with blue watch if you have one...
@AppleInsider
3 жыл бұрын
Don't have the blue watch, this is the Graphite Series 6, 44mm.
I've found that the California Poppy does not stay clean. It easily begins to blacken and there is no good way to clean it.
I love the Magnet 🧲 Band is sooo nice I got blue and now I’m waiting for brown leather
Grabbed one today but thinking of returning. I noticed it loosens up quickly. Not working out with it or anything, just causal wear. Anyone else run into this problem?
Gr8 band but wish, it was wearable both sides..
Could you do a really hard shake test for a video maybe? I'm just wondering if I'll always be paranoid about this falling off
@peejayem4700
3 жыл бұрын
I was concerned about this too but it’s fine
@tipoomaster
3 жыл бұрын
@@peejayem4700 Cool. You have one and you can swing your arms around pretty good and it's secure?
@peejayem4700
3 жыл бұрын
@@tipoomaster Yes - I have a California Poppy color in M/L size. I suspect it would be near impossible to shake off even with the most violent swing you could muster. Each magnet is very strong and when it wraps around my wrist I have 14 of them connected - it's secure!
Great review. Thanks!
Always go for M/L as it’s a whole lot more secure due to more magnets interlocking
@maxtwax
9 ай бұрын
I got my M/L watch band today, the long band covers almost the entire section of the magnets from the shorter band. Wasn‘t sure whether it‘s supposed to be that long but at least it holds like a charm.
I recently purchased the Apple 6 stainless steel gold with the black leather loop and I also ordered the baltic blue leather loop. The only issue is that I have to wait approximately 45 days before they arrive. The waiting sucks but I hope it is worth the wait.
@alimodz6253
Жыл бұрын
so how is it? still in same shape?
Are these straps washable? As they’re made of leather, which usually doesn’t do well in water.
@AppleInsider
3 жыл бұрын
They aren't unfinished leather so they do hold up with water from the rain or washing your hands, but I wouldn't swim with them or run them under the sink in an attempt to wash them. You can use leather cleaner on them though.
maybe a long term review?
The leather loop is much more elegant.
Did you try the shorter piece on top of the long one? It may work and look better
Call me boring but I love the black version best. I picked that one up.
My biggest question: How secure are the magnets? I have large wrists and I’m worried it will fall off.
@samuelmanny6231
3 жыл бұрын
They are very strong kind of magnets. Not what you commonly see. Maybe neodymium magnets
does the magnet interfere/affect stuff in daily life i.e. stick to metal things
@B4CK4REVENGE
3 жыл бұрын
This problem didn’t even occur to me. My desk at work has a metal layer on top and I’m curious of the same.
Will those magnets in the strap interfere with the compass of the watch? The iGyaan series 6 video which showcased a Milanese loop definitely struggle with the compass showing wrong direction.
Where did you get the yellow band what brand is it?
My wrist is 6,70 " and I can't decide wich size is best for a 44mm Watch..
@Dubuajay
3 жыл бұрын
What size did you go with? I’m the same wrist, we’re right in between the two sizes
@christianpoulin7714
3 жыл бұрын
The Mad Strapper I tried both and I can confirm that our best size is M/L :)
Thanks for sharing looks great. I like the black
@itaylorm
3 жыл бұрын
@@sh1121 I think your right issue is I am really happy with my gold Milano band so doubt I will get this one, but I am tempted
@itaylorm
3 жыл бұрын
@@sh1121 Yeah I got the bold stainless steel and it was apparently on low demand because I got it almost immediately
@itaylorm
3 жыл бұрын
@@sh1121 Series 6
Gonna get my apple watch on the 24th! I ordered the: Series 6 + Black leather link I was actually going for the braided solo loop for $679 SGD alongside with the S6. but then I came across the leather link and I wanted to see how it looks like on wrist. Haven’t got the time to go to an Apple store in SG. Really excited to unbox my S6 with the leather link! This video definitely helped me alot!
The leather looks a bit weird.
I would love to see what the leather bands patina looks like!
@AppleInsider
3 жыл бұрын
I'll add a pic to the review (link in description) after a few months so you can see how it ages. I also show off the leather loop in this vid which is -- no joke -- from my original Series 0 Apple Watch years ago! And it still looks great!
There’s the problem. If you move your hand back and forth or tighten your arm, the arm becomes a little thicker and thus exerts pressure from the inside, which causes the magnets of the two bands that attach to each other to slip minimally. This happens quickly several times within a short period of time. As a result, the band expands somewhat and is no longer firmly, but only loosely, which means that the band can be used several times a day
@ghettobox9172
Жыл бұрын
I have this problem, super annoying having to re adjust it throughout the day
@jericoba
Жыл бұрын
I didn't understand your last sentence but, would you consider this issue a deal-breaker?
Sooo that watch face...how?
The problem with this magnetic bands (milanese loop too) is that affects the compass functionality...
@jericoba
Жыл бұрын
Does it really? Do you have anything to back up this statement?
@enricocolombo
Жыл бұрын
@@jericoba Yes, check on the bottom of the apple web page about the milanese loop. (the light grey part) It states about the non water resistancy and the compass interfering. Every magnetic bands affect the compass function because the magnet itself in the bands.
@jericoba
Жыл бұрын
@@enricocolombo Oh, I know about magnetism but I thought Apple would've solved that somehow. Well. Guess not. Thanks for the info.
Do you like the new leather link band better than the one that came out with the original Apple Watch?
I’d love to get my hands on a 44mm saddle brown leather link band m/l for my 45mm series 7.
at least you have something warm next to you when you are in bed.
Small would not be as secure on you, more magnets connected the better.
The loop is supposed to be on the inside of your wrist not outside
yeah thats how my AW SE44 fell off my wrist and turned into pieces
Great looking band but personally, I prefer the original leather loops.
A warm watch band....hmmmmm
I bought the titanium 44mm series 6 and I had it packaged with the blue leather band and after trying a sport band and a sport loop they are nowhere close to as premium as the leather band, I love the blue, but I had already ordered the poppy one, before I saw your vid, but your vid got me more excited for it. nice vid.
Maybe do a comparison with
I think you think you're making more noise than you really are? Also some people like the unboxing noises lol
Are there any health issues long term of wearing a strong magnet 🧲 so close to one of your major blood 🩸 veins?
Hello. Where can I find this belt so I can buy it. The leather one is yellow. Thanks !
You should do something with your hands (nails).
2:28 The medium large is right fit for your big wrist.
I really do t like the look of these, I’ve also seen how easily someone could snatch your watch off your wrist with this design. A guy showed his 5 year old taking it off his wrist with one hand. The leather loop looks much better in my opinion. It’s too bad Apple stopped making them. Thankfully I found one at Best Buy to go with my new Series 7😀
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This is an easy target for watch thieves by grabbing the strap and go!
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