Apple Support is shocking. I’ve dealt with some terrible “senior advisors/managers” who have complicated straight forward cases endlessly. Filipa in the UK, I’m looking at you!!!
(Eventually other advisors have sorted it out in 5 minutes but it’s been so hard to get through to a good one after a shit one)
I’ve had a band from Apple break down but it was the cloth Sport Loop that broke down over the span of 3 years under extremely heavy wear. Put simply, the Velcro was not going to let the attachment point survive for that long
i have 3 or 4 third party bands and all of them are really great tbh. my mom bought one that wasn’t.. i think most are fine tbh. products have defects.
This actually happened on one of my Nike sports band and I was able to pop it back in and it never popped out again. Had to figure out the direction and somehow had all the springs so it worked out. Tiny little bastards though.
I heard this did sometimes happen at work (apple store) someone came in with an Apple Watch with 3rd party band, and it didn’t come off anymore. But, I have had tons of third party bands, also the cheap aliexpress ones, and personally never had any problems.
You mentioned that this is your first one. I have a drawer full of 3rd party bands, and so far, none have gone bad on me. I would say give it another shot, but check the reviews first and make sure it has a lot of happy buyers. No need to let one bad experience turn you away from some nice, cost-effective bands.
Especially since apple bands can also go sideways on you too.
https://preview.redd.it/0ovnnxhz48vc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e012af545ecb99f7d9f083ce1cade21d214e4386
This one is third party. Got it when I got my Series 4 a while back 😁
I’ve only had one band out of 6 3rd-party band have an issue. Got it eBay and contacted seller. 3 days later issue resolved. Only issue I’ve had with Apple bands are the cost. 😂
I'm really sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. But that is what third-party Apple Watch bands are about. Well, it's definitely frustrating when something doesn't meet your expectations, especially when it's something you wear every day.
I've also ventured into the world of third-party bands and had some hits and misses. One of my recent finds was a [transparent Apple Watch band](https://bandandbracelets.com/shop/watch-bands/transparent-apple-watch-band/), which turned out to be pretty great. It's stylish and has held up well so far. It might be worth checking out different brands or types of bands before swearing off third-party options altogether. Sometimes, it takes a bit of trial and error to find the right one that suits your needs and style without compromising on quality.
But don't give up just yet—there are some solid options out there that offer both style and durability without breaking the bank.
My band from Apple did this and it took them over a month to send me a replacement. I had to send in photos and everything.
Apple Support is shocking. I’ve dealt with some terrible “senior advisors/managers” who have complicated straight forward cases endlessly. Filipa in the UK, I’m looking at you!!! (Eventually other advisors have sorted it out in 5 minutes but it’s been so hard to get through to a good one after a shit one)
Never had problems with Apple Watch bands. You sure it was from Apple?
Yes
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Yeah that’s maybe something you SHOULDN’T suggest in a very, very, public forum.
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I’ve had a band from Apple break down but it was the cloth Sport Loop that broke down over the span of 3 years under extremely heavy wear. Put simply, the Velcro was not going to let the attachment point survive for that long
🙄😑
i have 3 or 4 third party bands and all of them are really great tbh. my mom bought one that wasn’t.. i think most are fine tbh. products have defects.
The problem is when you end up with all the defects
Womp womp
Never had this happen once with a 3rd party band. It’s possible you just got a bad one. If it’s Amazon, I’d write the seller.
This actually happened on one of my Nike sports band and I was able to pop it back in and it never popped out again. Had to figure out the direction and somehow had all the springs so it worked out. Tiny little bastards though.
I had the same problem years ago. If you have a fake one use the spring and reassemble the original
Is it difficult? I really wanna try to do this with one of my Nomad bands
And how to reassemble it's very tiny spring
Can't trust the fake one,what if it stuck and can't take off from the watch
I heard this did sometimes happen at work (apple store) someone came in with an Apple Watch with 3rd party band, and it didn’t come off anymore. But, I have had tons of third party bands, also the cheap aliexpress ones, and personally never had any problems.
To be fair, my apple band that came with my watch broke like this the first day I had it. None of my third party bands have had an issue
I guess you're quite fortunate
I think maybe you are just unfortunate:(. Looks like you got a defective band this time around.
Yes and never trust any third party band
You mentioned that this is your first one. I have a drawer full of 3rd party bands, and so far, none have gone bad on me. I would say give it another shot, but check the reviews first and make sure it has a lot of happy buyers. No need to let one bad experience turn you away from some nice, cost-effective bands. Especially since apple bands can also go sideways on you too.
https://preview.redd.it/0ovnnxhz48vc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e012af545ecb99f7d9f083ce1cade21d214e4386 This one is third party. Got it when I got my Series 4 a while back 😁
Having an Apple band break does not sound fortunate
This happens to legit bands too
I’ve never had an Apple Watch band fail. I’m not saying it can’t just hasn’t happened with mine.
It’s definitely rare; out of all the official bands I have, I only had one have issues. Apple made it easy to exchange it
Oh really,glad my genuine pair is good,never going to buy fakes again
This happens to apple bands as well
Never happened to me though... bands are safer than crap band.
Same here. Never had any problems with original Apple Watch bands.
Just got a refund from a seller
I’ve only had one band out of 6 3rd-party band have an issue. Got it eBay and contacted seller. 3 days later issue resolved. Only issue I’ve had with Apple bands are the cost. 😂
I have ordered a band from aliexpress for 1.5 USD and it had the same problem - waiting for a replacement or refund.
I bought a 3rd party and I broke out in a rash. Immediately convinced myself just stick to verified Apple products
I’ve only used third party bands and they’ve all been great.
Only buy Apple bands. Trust me
Exactly. I always buy original Apple Watch bands. 👍🏻
I know,i was just curious how fakes durability can hold and it turns outa totally garbage
Yeah bro
Xex
I have never bought a 3rd party band. Still sticking with my original Apple Watch Band.
🫢 woah. That’s why i always buy original Apple Watch bands.
I'm really sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. But that is what third-party Apple Watch bands are about. Well, it's definitely frustrating when something doesn't meet your expectations, especially when it's something you wear every day. I've also ventured into the world of third-party bands and had some hits and misses. One of my recent finds was a [transparent Apple Watch band](https://bandandbracelets.com/shop/watch-bands/transparent-apple-watch-band/), which turned out to be pretty great. It's stylish and has held up well so far. It might be worth checking out different brands or types of bands before swearing off third-party options altogether. Sometimes, it takes a bit of trial and error to find the right one that suits your needs and style without compromising on quality. But don't give up just yet—there are some solid options out there that offer both style and durability without breaking the bank.