Buyers of the 2024 Apple Watch, which will probably be called Apple Watch X, will have to bear additional costs because they will not be able to use the straps of previous generation watches with the new product. In this respect reports The MacRumors publication cites Kosutami as an insider.
People involved in the development of the new Apple Watch told Insider that the current band system takes up too much space that could be used for larger batteries or other internal components. That’s why Apple is considering using a magnetic mounting system. Kosutami claims that this will make the old straps unusable with the new watch.
“If you have old bracelets, you can sell them. I am 100% sure these will be incompatible with the new watch,” the tipster wrote.
The mechanism for attaching Apple Watch straps has not changed since the device was introduced in 2014. The Apple Watch has slots on the top and bottom edges that allow you to insert the band and secure it in place with a small spring. By pressing the button located on the bottom of the device next to the connector, the strap is released and can be easily pulled out.
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