The best bands, protective cases, charging docks and more for your Apple smartwatch.
If you are going to buy one of the models smart watch Apple Watch, then you probably want them to be complemented by some cool accessories.
Like any other popular gadget, the Apple Watch already has a variety of accessories that will take your smartwatch to unattainable levels. However, when there is so much choice, it is difficult to settle on just one thing. That's why we decided to take a look at the current offerings in the Apple Watch accessories market to help you make the right purchase.
Overnight charging will be easier. This is what the manufacturers of this “podium” for the Apple Watch promise. By getting rid of unsightly cables and other parts, the developers of Native Union hid magnetic charging in a round rotating ledge on a solid square base.
More like a miniature art installation, this charging dock features a premium design that fits perfectly into any modern interior. Black and white docks available.
Don't worry if you don't have a lot of room on your nightstand or bedside table because the Native Union charger can be placed not only horizontally, but also vertically to get the most out of overnight charging.
Price of Native Union DOCK Marble Edition: 7360 rubles.
Protective case Spiegen
The Apple Watch smartwatch has a very Beautiful design. However, the difficulty lies in maintaining their beauty when you, for example, ride in the mountains, do rock climbing, or just do some kind of amateur activity.
To save yourself from worrying about those dreaded scuffs or scratches on your Apple Watch, we've got you covered with a wear-resistant, durable Spiegen case that keeps your watch securely on your wrist without interfering with notifications and fitness data collection.
The case is made of high-temperature polyurethane and polycarbonate, which allows you to protect the watch from branches, stones, accidental impacts and falls. At the same time, the case can be used with your standard strap without any problems. Air Cushion technology further enhances protection while keeping the case relatively thin. Spiegen does not make it difficult to control the Apple Watch at all, and the 2mm frame protects the screen from scratches.
Price of Spiegen Tough Armor Case: 1470 rubles.
CMRA - camera strap
There have long been rumors that Apple will finally install a camera in its smartwatches, but this has not yet been done. And to be honest, we don't even suffer without a camera in the watch. Although, if you really need it, you can get two at once with a CMRA Watch strap. By the way, the cameras are quite decent - 8 MP for main photos and 2 MP for selfies.
The highlight of CMRA is the ability to make video calls directly from your wrist.
This accessory is not yet available for sale, but you can pre-order it with delivery in the first half of this year.
CMRA Watch strap price: $169.
WatchKeeper case
If you want to keep your Apple Watch safe and charge it at the same time, the WatchKeeper case fits the bill. This stylish container is available in black and brown. It is the ideal accessory for Apple storage Watch, because The MagSafe connector and charging cord fit neatly under the watch when it's inside.
When you wear your Apple Watch (hopefully you do most of the time), the case can be used to store the cable and charger. The WatchKeeper Case features a durable leather lining and solid steel casing to keep your precious Apple Watch protected from damage.
WatchKeeper price: $59.95.
Beats Powerbeats 3 headphones
Are you going for a run? Perfect solution! Especially when you can leave your phone at home. The Apple Watch smart watch can not only count your every step, but also has enough internal memory, where you can put a lot of rhythmic music that will support you during difficult workouts. However, you'll still need to somehow get that music to your ears, since admittedly, the Apple Watch's built-in speaker is pretty quiet. Luckily, we have convenient wireless beats headphones Powerbeats 3, which work via Bluetooth and don't fall out while running.
These are the perfect headphones with superior sound, smooth plastic case and an impressive period battery life at 12 o'clock. In addition, the built-in microphone allows you to take calls, and there is a volume control.
Price Beats Powerbeats 3: 12.5 thousand rubles.
Griffin Travel Power Bank - Backup Battery
The Apple Watch battery provides decent battery life, but we always want more. The next time you find your watch running low on battery at the most inopportune moment, the compact, keychain-sized Griffin battery charger will be your savior. The capacity of the hiking battery is 1050 mAh and this will be more than enough for two full charges of your power-hungry watch.
Instead of inconvenient cables, Griffin has a built-in magnetic pad for wireless charging Apple Watch and at the same time the entire body of the device is smaller than a business card. In addition, you can monitor the charge level of the backup battery using an LED indicator.
Price Griffin Travel Power Bank: 5150 rubles.
Ultimate Shield - screen protector
A screen as high-quality as the one on the Apple Watch deserves good protection. At the same time, protection should not spoil its appearance. That's where the thin, durable Ultimate Shield protector comes in handy.
At just 0.2mm thick, you'll barely notice the presence of a military grade screen protector on the screen. As long as you don't grab the watch screen so hard that a scratch appears on the film.
Without a matte effect that distorts the image, the ultra-clear self-healing protector is suitable for all 38 and 42 mm Apple smartwatch models.
Price of Ultimate Shield protective film: 368 rubles.
Bucardo Forged Pocket Case
Hipsters, rejoice! Appeared new way wear an Apple Watch. It will make you look like something out of a Bugsy Malone movie. Inserted into the strap lugs, the Bucardo Pocket Case covers the watch screen with a metal hinged lid.
Bucardo engraved pocket cases are available in two sizes, 38 and 42 mm, and in two colors, silver and gold, with 15-inch chains in a matching color. Of course, you won't run around with this thing, but you will be the most fashionable at any party.
Bucardo Hammered Pocket Watch price: $199.
Portable speaker UE Roll 2
You're not the only one who can listen to music on your Apple Watch. That is, the Bluetooth broadcast function allows you to connect a smartwatch to external speaker, turning them into the heart and soul of a fun party.
UE Roll is one of the best portable speakers on this moment. And one of the most budget-friendly. Clear, crisp sound emerges from the 2-inch speaker, complemented by two high-frequency tweeters. The solid, waterproof case allows you to use the speaker in any environment - at home, in the park or on the beach.
There are a variety of body colors available, all of which include large physical buttons for volume control. Practical portable speaker With a 9-hour battery life and stretchable strap, the UE Roll will blast your favorite beats around wherever you are. The speaker can be attached to the handlebars of a bicycle, to a branch on a tree, or simply carried in your bag. If there is none of this, then throw it on the floor. Don't worry, because... The rubberized body will soften the blow. And let the powerful sound embrace you from all sides.
Price UE Roll 2: 5890 rubles.
No one knows better than you what the perfect Apple Watch strap should look like. So maybe you can create it yourself?
That's exactly what the Casetify project allows you to do. You select any photo on Instagram, VK or in your files and create your own exclusive strap on the Casetify website or in the mobile application.
Once you've decided on a photo, you can choose a strap design, or rely on Casetify's recommendations if you're lacking creative inspiration. During the checkout process, you have the option to specify the size of your Apple Watch, 38mm or 42mm, to ensure the band fits. By the way, free shipping is available.
Casetify price: 3200 rubles.
Stop worrying about your home and start taking care of it. Another accessory for Apple Watch is the Withings Home 5-megapixel Internet camera, which you can use to check on the status of your home, pets, or elderly relatives, no matter where you are in the world. Just look at your wrist. Home app your iPhone will stream the picture to your Apple Watch, and you can keep an eye on your home without looking paranoid.
Withings Home price: 12.4 thousand rubles.
And the first complaints have already appeared regarding scratches on the watch case. It turns out that stainless steel models do not have sufficient wear resistance and on the very first day of use they become covered with a network of small scratches.
At the same time from users Watch Sport And Edition no complaints have been received yet. However, despite the usual Internet hysteria in such a situation and even an attempt to stir up a scandal on Twitter (photos of watches with scratches received the hashtag #Scratchgate), the device can be easily restored to its original appearance. It is also worth noting that virtually all steel watches are highly susceptible to scratches. You can also remember a similar problem with the iPod. 
So, in order to get rid of shallow scratches, you will need aluminum or chrome polish, which you can purchase at any auto store, and a regular clean towel or piece of cloth. Let us remind you that this solution to the problem is only valid for steel watches.
Apply polish to the watch case, being careful not to get it on the display, plastic parts or in the gaps. After this, you need to carefully wipe the scratched areas with a cloth, and then remove the polish from the body with the clean side of the towel. This simple method will remove shallow scratches and make deeper ones less noticeable. 
If you do not want to fix the problem manually, you can take your watch to any watch workshop - they will quickly and efficiently remove all scratches and abrasions. For such a procedure they usually ask for 1000 rubles (in Moscow).
U Sport There are no problems with scratches on the case, but they have a display for physical impact. So before purchasing, it’s a good idea to think carefully about what’s worse: a scratched display or a case (which, as we’ve seen, can be easily fixed).
With the start of Apple Watch sales, users began to complain about the scratched watch case. We are talking about a modification of a device made of stainless metal; it is this that attracts scratches like a magnet. In connection with the growing scandal, the hashtag #Scratchgate even appeared on Twitter.
“My Apple Watch is already scratched,” says blogger Zach Blikstein. “There’s already one serious scratch on the Apple Watch,” a user with the nickname Jack, who published a photo of the damaged device, confirms the problem.
“When working on a MacBook of any version, you need to remove the metal Apple Watch. The strap is wearing out: (In 15 minutes I acquired another scratch... It’s a shame,” analyst Eldar Murtazin wrote on his microblog. “The case is scratched like an iPod. I looked, there are already scratches on the watch. Oh, this Apple Watch,” he added.
A solution to the problem was proposed by blogger Dom Esposido. You can get rid of scratches on your Apple Watch case with Mag & Aluminum Polish from Mothers. The $5 product polishes the Apple Watch case and removes minor scratches from the surface of the watch, restoring its original shine. During the polishing process, the product provides a clean, shiny, scratch-free surface.
How to get rid of scratches on the Apple Watch case:
Step 1: Take a soft towel or cloth and apply Mag & Aluminum Polish.
Step 2: Use a rotating motion to rub the watch case where it was scratched. To achieve the best results, take some time to process.
Step 3: Leave the polish on for a minute or two and dry it.
Step 4: Wash the paste off the body with soap or a mild detergent. Dry the Apple Watch case.
Using this method, you can remove all minor scratches and abrasions from metal iPhone cases. Many people use a similar technique to remove scratches from DVDs and BluRay.
The Watch is quite fragile. Their display will not survive a emotional encounter with a door frame or a face-to-face meeting with the asphalt.
You may not agree, but it's better to be safe than to run wild. service centers and look for a replacement for the broken screen.
Moreover, you can use reliable protection, which is almost invisible on the watch. #personal experience
Which watch screen is best protected? The editorial staff of iPhones.ru employs neat employees. Over the years of use, the entire team has only a couple of scratches on aluminum models and not a single one on steel ones.
But outside of it, everything is not so rosy.
In the first case, the Apple Watch uses Ion-X tempered glass, which is almost no different from what is installed in the iPhone and iPad. In the second - artificial sapphire.
They are distinguished by their hardness: Tempered glass - up to 7 points on the Mohs scale
Artificial sapphire - up to 9 points on the Mohs scale. As hardness increases, flexibility suffers. It turns out that tempered glass in aluminum watches is easier to scratch, and artificial sapphire in steel and ceramic watches is easier to break.
But in real use, chance decides everything. Therefore, any Apple Watch can be scratched or broken.
For glass replacement touch panel in new watches, some services ask for more than 10-12 thousand rubles, so it makes sense to get reliable protection. But which one?
Nano-coating for screen protection 👎👎👎 Innovative nano-coating is the first thing I tried to protect the Apple Watch screen.
I went to the local electronics tech market, they poured a colorless liquid on my watch and said that in six months the procedure would have to be repeated.
I compared screens with and without liquid protection, I didn’t see any difference even under a magnifying glass. I didn’t have a microscope at hand, but I don’t think it would have changed the situation in any way.
I think that such a defender makes minimal sense. Therefore, I do not recommend wasting time and money on it. Maximum - for the sake of laughter.
Film for the Apple Watch display 👎 We talked to the guys who regularly glue these at the local Apple Store, and they noted that the film usually lasts for three to six months. Then it's all scratched and needs to be replaced.
The film tries to protect the Apple Watch display from scratches, but not all of it.
Since the Apple Watch screen is covered with 2.5D glass, the film is located only in its center and does not extend to the sides.
The film will not help against impacts. The watch looks nothing like it, and full screen protection in this case is out of the question.
Protective case for smart watches ✊ Used Spigen Slim Armor cases with Apple Watch for over a month. The impressions are twofold.
On the one hand, such accessories famously change appearance watches, the standard design of which has already become boring, protect the body of the device, and with the help of special sides even their screen.
On the other hand, together with the protective case, the Apple Watch looks more bulky (and sometimes scary), not so pleasant to the touch and heavy.
As for protecting the screen, a case will not always save it. If there is a nail or other unexpectedly protruding object in the path of the watch display, send it directly to service.
Read more: Why wear a case on your Apple Watch. Checked it on myself
Regular glass for Apple Watch 👎 Regular glass does a good job of protecting the central part of the smartwatch screen, but it looks even worse than film.
On the Apple Watch, the curve of the glass at the top of the screen is more pronounced than on the iPhone. Therefore, the usual even protection on the latter still looks tolerable, but on the clock it does not cause anything other than a gag reflex.
But many people say this. If you don't care about the appearance of the watch, this is not the worst way to protect yourself.
Even Chinese glass is difficult to scratch and provides excellent protection from impacts - the only pity is that not the entire screen, but only its central part.
Modern 3D glass for watches 👍 My latest find is 3D glass for Apple Watch. I’ve been using something like this on my iPhone for a long time, so as soon as I came across it on AliExpress, I immediately ordered it.
Firstly, such glass perfectly protects the entire area of the watch screen. After two weeks of use, it was not scratched or broken even after hitting the corner of a car door.
Secondly, 3D glass is almost invisible on the Apple Watch screen. Together with him they do not look disgusting - their appearance remains almost unchanged.
As a result, I recommend this particular protection option for the watch display. If I had tried it earlier, I definitely wouldn’t have wasted time and money on everything else.
⌚️ Buy 3D glass on AliExpress (≈180 rub.)
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