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I am wondering if the plastic "protector" comes with the official separate metal bands for $80?
The plastic "protector" is included with the new metal moto 360 models, but I'm not sure if it's only them or if they are being sold with the separate metal bands $80 at att.com aswell..
Why do I want to know? Well... I visited the watchmaker, he doesn't want to put on a custom metal band because "it will crack without some kind of protection". I believe him because thats probably why motorola added the plastic protector on their official 22" metal moto 360 editions. Also I wanted a more narrow band since I am thin - can only do that if I get a hold of the plastic protector for the 18 inch thinner metal bands that are not released yet
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anyone who bought it and can answer?
We will once we receive them... Dec 5 was the availability date at the time of ordering, and that was the first hour they were posted on Moto's site.
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Wait can the protector be brought separate or its only for the newer models?
Yes the plastic protectors are included with the official metal bands. I just picked up the band replacement kit during lunch today at my local best buy.
Cool... Not sold separately?
Not from what I have seen.. They do make the fit of the new metal band to be very snug against the watch itself.
I bought one of the Kriesler bands. They do NOT come with the plastic piece. Shame. They do look great however. If you have very large hands like mine, I only had to take out one link to let it get over my hand.
I can confirm that the OEM metal bands come with the plastic spacers, same as the metal band Moto 360's
Just had an online chat with Motorola support. I'll give an update about buying the spacer separately, when they get back to me.
apallohadas said:
Just had an online chat with Motorola support. I'll give an update about buying the spacer separately, when they get back to me.
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Just a heads up - if you're looking to use them with non-Moto bands, I'm not sure it's going to work.
The Moto bands slide into two slots on the plastic connectors for a snug fit. Other bands are solid all the way across - if you were to take off their connector, the links would have to be the same size as the Moto bands.
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Just a heads up - if you're looking to use them with non-Moto bands, I'm not sure it's going to work.
The Moto bands slide into two slots on the plastic connectors for a snug fit. Other bands are solid all the way across - if you were to take off their connector, the links would have to be the same size as the Moto bands.
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I know the Pebble Steel metal band fits on the moto 360( it has the right fitting, its not full), but can someone tell me the spacer for the original metal band fits the pebble steel one? Or has someone found a way to get an other spacer?
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I know the Pebble Steel metal band fits on the moto 360( it has the right fitting, its not full), but can someone tell me the spacer for the original metal band fits the pebble steel one? Or has someone found a way to get an other spacer?
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The Pebble Steel Band does not fit in the plastic spacer provided with the Official Motorola Metal band.
I have a replacement watch arriving today, which will require me to move the official metal band from one watch to the other and I will take a photo to show you all what I am talking about.
Just ordered the official metal band from Motorola site today. Does anyone know if the included plastic spacers will prevent the back of the watch from cracking? I have read of so many people who have cracked the back of there 360 even with the stock leather bands. Can someone who has already gotten the metal bands from Motorola confirm that the spacers relieve the pressure against the back of the watch.
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Just ordered the official metal band from Motorola site today. Does anyone know if the included plastic spacers will prevent the back of the watch from cracking? I have read of so many people who have cracked the back of there 360 even with the stock leather bands. Can someone who has already gotten the metal bands from Motorola confirm that the spacers relieve the pressure against the back of the watch.
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They do.
There has been one photo showing the plastic spacer breaking from the stress, but I've had mine for a week and the spacer is fine. It's been too small a sample size to say the back won't crack but just a few days in I'm feeling much better about it.
The watch is much heavier now, though.
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They do.
There has been one photo showing the plastic spacer breaking from the stress, but I've had mine for a week and the spacer is fine. It's been too small a sample size to say the back won't crack but just a few days in I'm feeling much better about it.
The watch is much heavier now, though.
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Thanks for the info, so the band is definitely a higher quality then say the pebble steel bands?
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Thanks for the info, so the band is definitely a higher quality then say the pebble steel bands?
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Definitely. Both in looks (it's thicker and shinier with a color that is the same as the 360) and material weight. It's heavier than the Pebble Band.
I know a number of people will say that they can get the same thing for less, but if you've purchased watch bands before, you'll find this one to be of a solid quality.
Whether or not it's worth $80 will be up to each individual, but for me it's worth it if it stops the back from cracking because of the spacer..
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I know the Pebble Steel metal band fits on the moto 360( it has the right fitting, its not full), but can someone tell me the spacer for the original metal band fits the pebble steel one? Or has someone found a way to get an other spacer?
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Here are some photos to show you what I'm talking about. That spacer seems to be tailor made for the Moto band in how it slots in:
Had the leather band, and there were no cracks when i swapped to the Motorola metal band. 1 week later and there's a tiny crack starting in the corner. I'm going to just live with it and see how much it grows.
Hi everyone from XDA Developers forum!
This is my first post hopefully it won't be too bad! Just want to mention first I am only a customer of this product and I have no benefits by writing this post besides sharing it with all the Moto 360 users. Also, the product you receive might be different from the one I got because it is a 3D printed product. Hope you all understand.
I recently ordered the Moto 360 Bumper Case (tall) in black color from Shapeways. Here are my thoughts in the points below:
1. Order Speed:
Took them a little more than a week to complete the production, and that's totally understandable if they produce a lot of products. Shipping time just depends on your location.
2. Packaging:
Very impressive. They used a very big box (around 20cm x 15cm x 10cm) to ship the super tiny bumper case to make sure it doesn't break during the shipping process. Nice job!
3. Quality:
It is pretty fragile because it is a very thin and light weight 3D printed product. I don't think it is a good idea to put pressure on it when it is not on the watch. But when it is on the watch, it becomes pretty sturdy because of the steel ring of the watch. I think the quality is acceptable considering the price and material used.
4. Installation:
Very easy, just need to "clip" it onto your Moto 360 just like a hard phone case. Since the bumper case has a sand paper type of surface (both outside and inside the bumper case ring), I put a layer of tape on my Moto 360 before clipping the bumper case on to make sure it doesn't scratch my watch (I have the silver Moto 360). The layer of tape did not affect clipping the bumper case on. (but I know putting tape in between sounds weird, just in case, haha)
5. Fitting:
As you can see from the pictures, it fits very well on the Moto 360 with all the cutouts aligned pretty much perfectly. The bumper case does not affect the power button, mic (it might be the tape that I put on affecting the reception of the mic, haha), or charging (the watch does NOT sit perfectly on the charging dock like before but that's ok for me. As long as it charges)
6. Last point but the most important one, the LOOK!
Check out all the pictures I posted. I like the look of the bumper case on my Moto 360! I have black watch bands (with or without the cuff, the watch bands I got allows me to switch styles for different occasions). I actually like the sand paper type of surface because it gives the watch a tougher look. I think this part really depends on a lot of factors and it is very a personal preference. If I have metal of different color watch bands, I think it might not fit the look. Also, if you are wearing suits and ties, it might not look as elegant as before. So I will just leave it to you to decide whether or not it looks good to you. Just want to share my thoughts on the major concern that people have (I think, haha)
Sorry for the long post and hope my first post on the XDA forum helps you all!
(somehow I am not sure how to upload images, if you cannot see the pictures, let me know!)
First off..welcome to XDA. Secondly, nice write up and thanks for taking the time to do so but the question that is lingering in the back of my mind is....you DO realize that bumpers make the watch EXTREMELY large! The size of it, looking at your pictures, is something akin to those toy spy watches you can buy....Wow
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First off..welcome to XDA. Secondly, nice write up and thanks for taking the time to do so but the question that is lingering in the back of my mind is....you DO realize that bumpers make the watch EXTREMELY large! The size of it, looking at your pictures, is something akin to those toy spy watches you can buy....Wow
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I'd say the use of "extremely" is exaggerating a lot.
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I'd say the use of "extremely" is exaggerating a lot.
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I wouldnt. Sure the 360 isnt a "small" watch, but adding the bumper makes it look like a hockey puck! (THATS a bit of a stretch but still) . I have smaller wrists like the guy who wrote this. When a watch with an added bumper becomes bigger then your wrist...thats TOO large
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I wouldnt. Sure the 360 isnt a "small" watch, but adding the bumper makes it look like a hockey puck! (THATS a bit of a stretch but still) . I have smaller wrists like the guy who wrote this. When a watch with an added bumper becomes bigger then your wrist...thats TOO large
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I don't have this particular bumper but I do have the silicone ones from Snug (review in this forum). As someone with smaller wrists also and with actual experience with the bumpers, you're exagerating. The bumpers are a couple of milimeters thick. That's hardly increasing size exponentially...
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I don't have this particular bumper but I do have the silicone ones from Snug (review in this forum). As someone with smaller wrists also and with actual experience with the bumpers, you're exagerating. The bumpers are a couple of milimeters thick. That's hardly increasing size exponentially...
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Look at the third picture, the watch with the bumper on his wrist.You dont think that looks alittle TOO large? Christ it looks like one of the oxygen gauges divers use in that photo!
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Look at the third picture, the watch with the bumper on his wrist.You dont think that looks alittle TOO large? Christ it looks like one of the oxygen gauges divers use in that photo!
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If you think the 360 is big to start with, of course you're going to think adding a bumper will make matters worse. It matters not what I think of the photo (which is subject to angle and lighting effects on how it's perceived), you can't argue with physics - they're a couple of mm thick. It's only adding that small amount. You're exaggerating with your ridiculous analogies in an attempt to be humourous. I've seen bigger traditional wrist watches.
Those cases ruin it IMO, just get a plastic screen protector (glass will chip, I tried it) and you're gold.
I've banged this thing against concrete and rough stucco walls and the black metal doesn't get scratched or even dented...
Would like to have one will not influence the appearance of my moto 360.
Title says it all pretty much. My wrists are to big for the standard leather starts that came with it. I did buy 2 metal watch bands that normally work on the pebble smart watch and pieced those together, but wow do grab the hairs on my arm -_-. So im really looking for a nice comfy material band that is a good bit longer than the standard ones. Does such a beast exist?
Yes ask for a large size. Sometimes if you use a standard and large leather strap you get a medium. The tongue, the strap without the buckle is usually longer.
Just to let everyone knows that ebay has started listing Sony holder kit at around Eur30+. Pls search with swr510c keyword. Grab it while you can.
I already got two 3d-printed ones;otherwise I Would grab it now.
Eey thanks for the heads up, ordered one straight away
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Just to let everyone knows that ebay has started listing Sony holder kit at around Eur30+. Pls search with swr510c keyword. Grab it while you can.
I already got two 3d-printed ones;otherwise I Would grab it now.
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is it the one that sony produce?
Yup
bthoven said:
Just to let everyone knows that ebay has started listing Sony holder kit at around Eur30+. Pls search with swr510c keyword. Grab it while you can.
I already got two 3d-printed ones;otherwise I Would grab it now.
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You, sir, are a scholar and a gentleman. I'll name my firstborn after you.
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You, sir, are a scholar and a gentleman. I'll name my firstborn after you.
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interesting..it looks chunkier than the black rubber strap though...I have very small wrists (on the stock black rubber strap I have the latch in the middle hole) so this might be too big for me. Anyone have small wrists and have pics of it on for comparison?
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interesting..it looks chunkier than the black rubber strap though...I have very small wrists (on the stock black rubber strap I have the latch in the middle hole) so this might be too big for me. Anyone have small wrists and have pics of it on for comparison?
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I thought the same, looks massive! Surely they could have made it smaller. With the size it is, I think a nice strap on it would look silly rather than nice.
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If anyone gets one, please let us know if it's a dust magnet like the normal black strap, that's the only thing letting this watch down at the moment. Hopefully the metal strap will be available soon as well at a decent price.
Got one, to me it fits better than the 3d printed, definitely no dust manget.
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Got one, to me it fits better than the 3d printed, definitely no dust manget.
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it does look well made...but it appears taller than it needs to be...I mean why not just take the holder design from the silicon band, then cut it off where the holder narrows into the straps, and put a regular strap adapter there? (if that makes any sense lol :silly the size is a few millimeters shy of an an ankle bracelet.
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it does look well made...but it appears taller than it needs to be...I mean why not just take the holder design from the silicon band, then cut it off where the holder narrows into the straps, and put a regular strap adapter there? (if that makes any sense lol :silly the size is a few millimeters shy of an an ankle bracelet.
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yeah, know what you mean, but physically impossible to have a holder and attachment for the seperate straps in that small space. See below pictures with original and this holder. In the original strap the device itself already is overlapping the strap. So you need that space first on the seperate holder and then hav the location of the strap attachement strong enough (that is , more material needed)
thanks for sharing the detailed pics, I can see how the design does limit how close the adapters can be positioned to the actual core. No hope for my dainty wrists then...Also, is it just me, or is your stock silicone strap glossy?
I think the holder with black mesh strap looks quite nice
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thanks for sharing the detailed pics, I can see how the design does limit how close the adapters can be positioned to the actual core. No hope for my dainty wrists then...Also, is it just me, or is your stock silicone strap glossy?
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my wrist is smaller then yours i suppose, had the original strap in 3rd hole :
and it's not shiny from origin, its just worn (as you can see in previous pictures, the corners are showing metal underneath)
nope my wrist is smaller, i'd have only 1 hole exposed above the sony logo if I took a picture this way.
still, it does really look nice and premium, but it's just too much bezel for me.
There's a few official SWR510's on ebay at the moment, shipped from Japan, around 30 Euros.
Think I'll order one of these rather than the 3d printed ones.
What size band does it use? Has anyone found nice rubber bands?
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What size band does it use? Has anyone found nice rubber bands?
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The holder takes 24 mm bands. I personally dislike rubber/ silicone bands, so I bought several metal ones.
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The holder takes 24 mm bands. I personally dislike rubber/ silicone bands, so I bought several metal ones.
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Thanks for the info
Anybody used these yet? http://www.shapeways.com/product/DPJ3JC5AF/sony-smartwatch-3-adapter-24mm
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Anybody used these yet? http://www.shapeways.com/product/DPJ3JC5AF/sony-smartwatch-3-adapter-24mm
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There is a whole thread on it, see my post here.
FYI, I wish eBay had these before I purchased the 3d printed one.
I originally purchased the Huawei Watch with black leather as I prefer leather bands to metal. All I ever really knew for metal watch bands was the normal steel links, which to me are heavy and rip the hairs out of my wrist. Not exactly something I would like to wear all day long. I have been curious about the Milanese style bands since I seen them advertised by Apple for the Apple Watch. Anyways, I started browsing Amazon to see what was on offer for the Huawei Watch. There are two styles as far as I can see. Milanese bands with a "clamp" style latch and a Milanese band that loops through with a magnetic "latch". I definitely was more attracted to the magnetic style band so I figured I would order it up and give it a go. The only thing I was worried about was the magnet being too weak and coming loose throughout the day, which is not the case at all. It also comes with the quick release style pins, so no tools are needed.
Needless to say, I love it! It makes the Huawei Watch look very sharp and unique in my opinion. It is very comfortable and provides a perfect fit due to the way it "latches". I am pretty sure it would provide a perfect fit for any wrist. It fits the watch so well that it appears as if it were made by the watch manufacture itself. Ever since I have swapped the leather band for the Milanese, I have had quite a few different people ask me about it and wondering "what kind of watch is that?". Also, if you compare it to the other Milanese Bands on Amazon, this one "fits" better. The band itself is slightly wider than the part that attaches to the watch / the part the pin goes through. This is how the original Huawei Watch bands are as well.
They are available in stainless steel, black, and rose gold. The stainless steel matches the standard Huawei Watch perfectly! The part that attaches to the lugs is a "brushed" finish like the sides of the Huawei Watch and not a glossy finish like the face. I actually prefer this, as it will not scratch nearly as easy. I am sure the black would match the black just fine as well. They were $17.99 when I purchased, but they are now $23.99. Still, worth every penny! I guess you could always go pay $129.99 + tax for the Huawei official Milanese band, which has an inferior clasping mechanism in my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0178KWW3C?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
Very cool. I've been interested in this style since I first saw the Apple version. I've looked online but all the ones I've found were using clips to latch. The magnetic band is very cool. I ordered one to give it a shot.
I would love to see some actual pictures of it on your wrist.
Can you post some pictures of the band on your watch?
Thanks for sharing! I have been searching some 2 months ago and could not find a magnetic loop band back then. I immediately ordered this band for HuaweI Watch and also for Apple iWatch and Gear S2 Classic... (Yesoo sells for all those watches!!)
I have a similar band by Hoco...black melanese mesh with magnetic clasp....couldn't recommend it enough! https://plus.google.com/111656357014042389917/posts/ePHuhxVeRpg - photo
I just received this very same band last week and love it! After purchasing a very similar 3rd party band for my wife's Apple watch, I thought this would be a great option for the Huawei watch and am very pleased. The magnetic clasp allows you to adjust for a near perfect fit on your wrist. This also has quick change pins, so it's very easy to swap back and forth between this and the original Huawei leather band when you want a different look. The only negative I've found so far is that the hair on my wrist gets snagged in the magnetic clasp if it's not aligned to the band perfectly.
Also bought it
I also bought one. The only thing I don't like are that some of the links stick up a little on mine near where the mesh is joined to the solid metal parts (You only notice if you look closely and from the right angle, though), and also the metal is slightly darker than the watch case.
Overall though, I'm pleased, especially considering I paid under $20 for it.
I can confirm. This is definitely the best band for this watch. I was thinking the magnetic band would come off, or the links would be messed up, but everything is perfect. As soon as I put it on I got a lot of complements about my watch. Too bad nobody know what a Huawei Watch is around where I live. They always give me a blank stare like I just spoke some foreign language.
I have both the clasp variant mesh band and this magnetic variant mesh band. The magnet is nice and easy to use, and it's very strong too, but the quality of the mesh is much higher on the clasp mesh band. Slightly thicker and feels sturdier, plus it's pretty much a 90% exact stock mesh band replica.
Sorry, I didn't even think to post pics. I will post some later today.
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Sorry, I didn't even think to post pics. I will post some later today.
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Isn't that a given? :silly: I'm curious to see how it looks compared to the Huawei one that I have.
Here are some pics. I am no photographer and the only camera I have is the one on my Nexus 6.
http://i.imgur.com/MgouCHa.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/myky5CI.jpg
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Sorry, I still can't figure out how to get pics to post directly on my comments. Why can't all forums be like overclock.net and many others and have integrated photo uploads? Where when you go to post a pic, you just upload it directly from your computer and not have to use some third party site and post links... so annoying.
I have the hoco milances magnetic clasp band in stainless steel and I also really like it. My only complaint is that the magnetic clasp slips when I am doing any kind of physical work. I am a social worker my day but in the weekend I like dyi projects around the house. The watch slipping lose sometime is annoying. But over all the w a huawei watch looks great with this band.
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I ordered this and have been using it for a few days.
The Magnetic band does come loose over time. I've had to tighten it a few times throughout the day.
I think I want to exchange mine because the magnetic clasp piece doesn't seem to be connected to the band very well. It isn't aligned properly and looks like 1 side is coming out. It isn't loose, but there is a brown (rust?) line that I can see. It is barely noticeable but I think it makes it look cheap.
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I have the hoco milances magnetic clasp band in stainless steel and I also really like it. My only complaint is that the magnetic clasp slips when I am doing any kind of physical work. I am a social worker my day but in the weekend I like dyi projects around the house. The watch slipping lose sometime is annoying. But over all the w a huawei watch looks great with this band.
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Which watch face is that please?
I bought this one as well and really hated it. My review is on Amazon if anyone cares to read it (Cory S). I suppose I might had rated it better if I wasn't comparing it directly against the OEM mesh band...but probably not being they lied about the material it is made out of.
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Here are some pics. I am no photographer and the only camera I have is the one on my Nexus 6.
http://i.imgur.com/MgouCHa.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/myky5CI.jpg
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Sorry, I still can't figure out how to get pics to post directly on my comments. Why can't all forums be like overclock.net and many others and have integrated photo uploads? Where when you go to post a pic, you just upload it directly from your computer and not have to use some third party site and post links... so annoying.
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It looks like a darker silver. Is it darker then the stainless steel of the watch?
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It looks like a darker silver. Is it darker then the stainless steel of the watch?
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Nah looks the same shade. Just the shadows playing tricks on you.
I've been wearing this band for about a week. I have to adjust it a few times a day but it feels good. I haven't had any compliments on it either. The magnets get a little crazy taking it off. The band kinda all sticks to itself. I am getting faster at getting off and on one handed.
The thinness of the band really makes the Huawei looks super thick, hence why I liked my thick metal band. I also think it looks more feminine (IMO).
Thanks for this. Got the black one and loving it.
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I have both the clasp variant mesh band and this magnetic variant mesh band. The magnet is nice and easy to use, and it's very strong too, but the quality of the mesh is much higher on the clasp mesh band. Slightly thicker and feels sturdier, plus it's pretty much a 90% exact stock mesh band replica.
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I've purchsed the clasp variant you mention here. The mesh is fine, as you write. Otherwise I consider the band pretty much useless, as taking on the watch is a project for a minute or more. Ok, I might not be the handiest guy, but the problems are:
- very tight clasp, the band barely goes through
- very awkward clasp system itself, very hard to use when watch is on the wrist (typical use case, isn't it?).
I can hardly use the claps even off-wrist. From what I can tell from the photos, original Huawei OEM band uses the same system, so it's possibly cheapishly implemented here.
I got the item "packed" in a soft plastic envelope, due to what (probably) it has a very ugly dent on the part which connects to the watch. One of the quick release handles on the hinge fell apart until I got home from work.
tl;dr;
Don't buy this totally noname chinese crap.