I have read that many apple iwatch bands have toxic chemicals. I currently wear the one that came with the iwatch 9 which uses velcro and it's like a strong cloth. does anyone know if this has those bad chemicals?
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Apple Watch Series 9, watchOS 11
What you've read is misleading. These reports all seem stem from one study that analyzed a selection of bands for smartwatches, a selection which apparently included some from Apple. But the study did not list details of the specific bands tested and failed to mention how much if any PFAS chemicals were detected in the Apple bands they tested. So the reports are at best inconclusive and at worst causing unnecessary panic.
But if you are concerned, stick with a metal or silicone watchband.
Regards.
Look at the advertisement for the Sport Band in which Apple VERY proudly states the band contains the "forever chemical." Their ad and their wording.
Wild but not surprising, and definitely need more context on actual numbers found in which band.
Does this apply to 10th generation watches? I’m using a rubber strap, was the supposed chemicals coming from the Velcro straps?
Hi I would recommend bands without the silicone bc they probably don’t have the chemicals
A slightly better design than the Apple loop and 1/10th the price. I wash them through with hot water under a tap/faucet every couple of weeks.
And they don't rust or change color? Impressive.
not yet 😊
Apple Watch Bands safe from toxic chemicals
