AppleInsider Staff
Apple Watch bands continue to trickle into the company's retail stores, while shipping times through Apple's online store also continue to improve, as supply for the accessories gradually catches up with consumer demand.
As of Monday, all colors of the Leather Loop band, in both medium and large, are advertised to ship in three to five days. Apple's Leather Loop band is only available in the 42-millimeter size.
The Black Classic Buckle comes in both 38- and 42-millimeter versions, and those too are listed as shipping in 3 to 5 business days. Orders placed on Monday should arrive early next week, the company's site says.
All Sport Band colors, with the exception of black, also ship within three to five days, for both 38- and 42-millimeter sizes. The Black Sport Band, and the version with a stainless steel pin, takes five to seven days to ship.
The 42-millimeter Link Bracelet also ships in five to seven business days. But those looking for the smaller 38-millimeter version will have to wait two to three weeks.
The Milanese Loop band is also available in both 38 and 42 millimeters. The smaller version is advertised to ship in 3 to 5 days, but the larger 42-millimeter variant is listed at six to seven weeks.
Finally, the Modern Buckle, which only comes in a 38-millimeter size, remains completely unavailable in all four colors. Apple is not currently accepting orders for that band, and there's no timetable for when it might ship.
An informal poll of Apple Stores conducted by AppleInsider has found that many have the Sport bands in stock. Availability of other bands, such as the Leather Loop, is not as wide.
Apple's online store still does not allow for in-store pickup or ship to store options. The bands first began arriving in stores late last month.
Apple Watch units themselves are expected to begin becoming available in Apple Stores this month, though the company has not made an official announcement regarding its retail debut.
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11 Comments
Oooh, thank god!
Just the fact that this even warrants a story makes me sad. But hey, at least somebody is getting their new watch band. (Champagne cork pop)
I was the Apple Store King of Prussia (PA) yesterday. When the Watch was released, they had a table on the side with some demos. They now have a full display case front and center as you walk in with perhaps 24 or more combinations of watches and bands. I'd say in-store availability will be soon.
Oooh, thank god!
Just the fact that this even warrants a story makes me sad. But hey, at least somebody is getting their new watch band. (Champagne cork pop)
Don't be sad. The marketplace is full of new shopping opportunities everyday, and to feel sadness is to take on too much emotional responsibility over trivial matters.
Oooh, thank god!
Just the fact that this even warrants a story makes me sad. But hey, at least somebody is getting their new watch band. (Champagne cork pop)
Alcohol is not the answer, just say "No".
I'd suggest some retail therapy: perhaps your nearest Apple Store?
Interesting. Maybe I need to go try on the leather loop band. Have not done any try ons and my Apple watch (space gray aluminum) is scheduled to arrive today. I like the looks of the leather loop band on screen and would like to try it to pair with the watch. Not a big fan of "rubber" bands, though I have yet to try the sport band.