Is this band any good? i want the black one.. any one bought that and can tell if decent for s2 classic ?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stainless-S...hash=item21252b5dea:m:mQ2Fkdzzzd7bwF2W1wPEPxw
This looks like the one I got. Mine did not come with the pieces to attach it to the watch itself. Had to order those separately and they took forever to get to me. When I got them, they would not clip on to the watch. I had to frankenstein them with pieces from my original band. As far as the band itself, I loved the look of it. It was exactly what I was looking for but the clasp is in a terrible place. Every time I would bend my wrist inward, the clasp would undo. It took very little pressure to open the clasp. I think it would be perfect if they would change the clasp or put a clasp that takes more pressure to open it on the band. Hope this reaches you in time and helps.
I bought one on ebay, black, same type of model. Very good for the price, all parts included and using it for months now
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Are there any arm band cases for the Sensation yet? I hate putting my phone in my pocket at the gym, and lately I've been leaving it in the locker, but I hate the music they play there.
I saw Motorola has a universal one, but it covers the touch screen.
Any ideas or suggestions? There seems to be a lot of universal cases.
bad idea in my opinion. I repair electronics for a living. Salt water damage is a tough fix, (sweat) - i have always been against wearable electronics for this reason. the dtr(duration til failure) is increased exponentially when used in active environments.
I sweat like a faucet when i exercise. and unless the case is waterproof, i wouldn't risk it.
I have used one bought from Ebay. It was about 6$ and does it's job well. Unfortunately it ripped once I was trying to take my phone off. So if you wanna just disposable item bought one like mine or find item with better quality.
Can't post the link for mine because I'm new user.
Arkon's XL-Armband fits the Sensation. I have one with the Incipio NGP case and it fits with the case on.
We designed the armband to fit most phones with screen sizes from 3.7" - 4.3". I've tested it with the Sensation as seen above, Thunderbolt (with TPU case), Droid 3, Droid X 2 and a couple others and they fit.
http://www.arkon.com/sports_armband/#xlarmband
$17.95
*Sorry for the annoying servo noise, I had to use a DSLR to record the video since I was using my live Sensation as a model and the auto focus was on :\
I bought the Tune Belt armband from amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZJGZ8O
I was a little worried about it fitting before I got it, but it fits perfectly. It is comfortable to wear. I use it for running. I have worn it for a few 10 mile runs and a bunch of shorter runs without any problems at all. The touch screen can be used through the plastic cover and you can plug the headphones in easily. it slides down inside and the flap covers the top to keep it from ever falling out. It is about 23.00 after shipping, but it is well worth it. I have used cheaper ones, but the plastic always cracks and they never fit quite right.
Awesome. Thanks for the input guys.
splayer7 said:
I bought the Tune Belt armband from amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZJGZ8O
I was a little worried about it fitting before I got it, but it fits perfectly. It is comfortable to wear. I use it for running. I have worn it for a few 10 mile runs and a bunch of shorter runs without any problems at all. The touch screen can be used through the plastic cover and you can plug the headphones in easily. it slides down inside and the flap covers the top to keep it from ever falling out. It is about 23.00 after shipping, but it is well worth it. I have used cheaper ones, but the plastic always cracks and they never fit quite right.
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Very cool. I'll probably order one of these this weekend.
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bad idea in my opinion. I repair electronics for a living. Salt water damage is a tough fix, (sweat) - i have always been against wearable electronics for this reason. the dtr(duration til failure) is increased exponentially when used in active environments.
I sweat like a faucet when i exercise. and unless the case is waterproof, i wouldn't risk it.
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I don't sweat that much, actually. (Which is odd because I go through a lot of water.)
I figure these things are sweat-proof from the bottom, in the first place though.
Ok I just received my adapters from China that I order off of Ebay . I'm not going to say they are complete crap but, I had to mod them just to get them to work correctly.
You can tell by some of the pictures that, I just had to change the metal plate to get them to work. Other than that they are fine so far.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/35175803308...49&var=620689033195&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
I got the same ones about a week ago. Kind of mad that they aren't exactly the same color as the watch itself but I can live with it. The problem I have is they don't make the clicking noise signifying that they're locked into place, but they actually have been held in place for the week that I've been wearing it. How did you mod them to click into place?
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I got a set, and they actually work better than the official Samsung ones I bought from Germany for $47. They don't click in audibly, but they don't slip out with a tiny bit of pressure, either. One of the Samsung ones I got fell apart, and the replacement they sent me won't stay in. Just press down a little and it pops out.
I do wish they matched the color a little better, but it's closer than the silver Casemate ones.
Mine slipped out all the time and never made the "click" sound, as for MOD, it was just changing the metal plated with the original. Today I was able to ride my motorcycle without fear of my watch band flying off. Normally I would have to take my watch off before I rode.
ordered this http://www.ebay.com/itm/131842214105 , but until I have tested it cant tell if that magnet will hold and is strong enough on strap.
HI all...
just fitted a Hirsch Leonardo, curved end watch strap to my Gear S3 and (in my opinion at least) it goes really well with the watch.
The model shown is the Medici which is a really soft premium leather and has white stitching, they also do other models in the same range with different colours and finish combinations. I also chose the black buckle option which again works well with the Frontier ( I might even treat myself to the optional deployment clasp )
I was looking for something to flow with the body of the watch and bridge the gap between the watch body and where the strap attaches to the lugs, I think it hits the mark pretty well.
What do you guys think?
All the best!
Xerxes
Looks great. Where did you get it.
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I purchased mine from Watch Obsession here in the UK, they do ship world wide though (they also have an January sale on at the moment too )
https://www.watchobsession.co.uk/collections/hirsch-leonardo-curved-ended-watch-straps
Watchband Center also have a nice range including the now discontinued 'mobile' model which is a leather/rubber hybrid and waterproof.
http://www.watch-band-center.com/shop2/index.php/user/watchstrap/suche/1/
Worth noting that the strap doesn't have a quick release spring bar so you'd need to get a traditional Spring Bar tool to help with the installation if you don't already have one.
Xerxes8933a said:
I purchased mine from Watch Obsession here in the UK, they do ship world wide though (they also have an January sale on at the moment too )
https://www.watchobsession.co.uk/collections/hirsch-leonardo-curved-ended-watch-straps
Watchband Center also have a nice range including the now discontinued 'mobile' model which is a leather/rubber hybrid and waterproof.
http://www.watch-band-center.com/shop2/index.php/user/watchstrap/suche/1/
Worth noting that the strap doesn't have a quick release spring bar so you'd need to get a traditional Spring Bar tool to help with the installation if you don't already have one.
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Xerxes8933,
Thank you for the information. Again, great looking band. Thanks for sharing it.
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You're welcome....
As a side note, a tip I picked up from a couple of watch owners forums (Omega, Rolex etc.) is to use Scotch Tape to carefully tape up areas around the lugs and the back of the watch to help protect against accidental scratching when swapping over straps when using a spring bar tool. Takes a few minutes to do but totally worth it for added piece of mind...
Best Wishes
Xerxes8933a
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You're welcome....
As a side note, a tip I picked up from a couple of watch owners forums (Omega, Rolex etc.) is to use Scotch Tape to carefully tape up areas around the lugs and the back of the watch to help protect against accidental scratching when swapping over straps when using a spring bar tool. Takes a few minutes to do but totally worth it for added piece of mind...
Best Wishes
Xerxes8933a
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Great tip, thanks.
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Xerxes8933a said:
just fitted a Hirsch Leonardo, curved end watch strap to my Gear S3...
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Did you have a lot of difficulty getting the spring bars in? I'm trying to install a Leonardo to my S3, and it doesn't seem like I can adjust the inserts so that I can get them close enough to the end of the strap to engage the spring bars. What position of the insert did you use?
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Did you have a lot of difficulty getting the spring bars in? I'm trying to install a Leonardo to my S3, and it doesn't seem like I can adjust the inserts so that I can get them close enough to the end of the strap to engage the spring bars. What position of the insert did you use?
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Hi there...
When I first fitted the strap it was a very tight fit, this isn't just true for the Gear S3 as I did some reading and spotted that people on traditional Swiss watch owners forums (Omega, Rolex etc.) were also finding it a little difficult to fit.
The knack (I found) is to line up/insert one end of the spring bar (the opposite end to where the little cut away is in the strap) into the lug hole and then use your spring bar tool to pop the other end of the pin under the lug, once you have both ends of the spring bar under the lugs, push the strap very firmly against the body of the watch which gives you a bit more wiggle room to engage the spring bar into the second lug hole by gently nudging it into position (I hope I explained that OK ).
Initially when I first fitted the strap I had the inserts and bar set to position 7 (see attached images).
However, I noticed after a few weeks that the strap had softened up a bit (being leather) so I was able to refit the strap with the insert set to position 3 which I think looks a little better against the body of the watch (see image).
You could try position 3 but it might be a bit easier to try position 7 first and see how you get on.
In case it helps, I've also attached a picture of the underside of the watch so you can see how the strap sits against the body of the watch.
best wishes...
Xerxes
Xerxes8933a said:
When I first fitted the strap it was a very tight fit...
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Xerxes, thank you so much for such a detailed reply! I have to be honest, if it weren't for the pictures you originally posted, I would have assumed that the Gear S3 was outside of the 4.5-5.5mm adjustment range of the Leonardo, and I would have returned the straps.
I'm no stranger to watches and watch straps, have swapped straps many, many times and I've never had this much difficulty before. I went back to looking at some of the posts on the Watchuseek forums and I noticed a common theme about how challenging these straps were to install. I looked even closer at some of the installed strap pictures and I saw several where the straps were slightly marred from the installation, and I can definitely see how now. But I know it's possible here, so I'll give it another try.
Kudos on the strap installation at position 3, it looks noticeably more form-fitting than the already acceptable fitment in your original pictures.
Mission accomplished. I found that using your tip about catching one end of the spring bar in, and just getting the tip of the other end of the spring bar really helped. Instead of pushing the strap however, I found that it was much easier to push the spring bar towards the body of the watch with the small forked end of the spring bar tool.
I used position 7, but I'm pretty sure that I'll be able to use position 3 after the strap breaks in a bit. Thanks again for the help!
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Mission accomplished.
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Excellent!... and happy (in some small way at least) to be of assistance.
I was wondering how you got on with it all, so I'm really pleased to read you managed to install it
all the best!
Xerxes
I ordered the below from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0733B1HB1/ref=pe_3034960_233709270_TE_item
Xuexy 20mm Full Ceramic Watch Band Stainless Steel Buckle for Samsung Gear S2 Classic (SM-R7320/SM-R735) Moto 360 2nd Gen 42mm 2015 Pebble Time Round,Black
Shipping was quick as it always is with Amazon. The black ceramic watch band (20mm) fit my Huawei Watch 2 (not classic) quite well, and made a nice improvement to the sport band it came with. The tools made changing the band and removing a link easy as well. Took about 10 minutes to do everything. I think it makes the watch look great, and I am very happy for the price.
Seems to be the same band they have on Ebay for slightly less, but I did not want to wait 2 months for it.
I do not have any complaints as of yet, and would make the purchase again.
Thought I would post this so people are aware 20mm bands work with the watch, and could see how it looks with this watch.
The watch face is thema's Swift Watch Face - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.thema.wear.watch.swift&hl=en
My main concern with this watch is that the arms/grips/*whatever you want to call that area where band clip goes* is just too big for 3rd party bands to seamlessly integrate with the watch. I bought a leather strap, but the size of the watch itself is soo huge that the strap looked like a teensy thread compared to the watch. if you notice, the factory fitted strap actually has 'side flaps' type design near the clip area increasing the strap width, which at least gives a smooth look to the watch overall in terms of size..
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My main concern with this watch is that the arms/grips/*whatever you want to call that area where band clip goes* is just too big for 3rd party bands to seamlessly integrate with the watch. I bought a leather strap, but the size of the watch itself is soo huge that the strap looked like a teensy thread compared to the watch. if you notice, the factory fitted strap actually has 'side flaps' type design near the clip area increasing the strap width, which at least gives a smooth look to the watch overall in terms of size..
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That is what I noticed with the Milanese Loop Band I tried - far too small for the watch and it looked silly. The ceramic one is a lot thicker and nicer, and looks great in my opinion. I just found the original to look a little cheap.
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That is what I noticed with the Milanese Loop Band I tried - far too small for the watch and it looked silly. The ceramic one is a lot thicker and nicer, and looks great in my opinion. I just found the original to look a little cheap.
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I personally don't prefer the ceramic/metal straps since I sometimes have to adjust the strap on the go, which of course is not possible with these types of straps
I really want Huawei to release some straps for its watches...
It looks shiney in the photos. I'd prefer something in flat black to match the watch body. If any one finds one similar in flat black please post.
Hi, I need a new watch Strap for my watch 4 classic.
It needs to be longer in length than the standard Samsung one that came with the watch as I am an ambulance driver and must be bare below the elbow for hygiene reasons.
Does anyone have any suggestions or recommendations please.
Thanks
Currently I'm waiting for these both to be delivered to try them and see which is bigger.
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Elastic
maxal said:
Hi, I need a new watch Strap for my watch 4 classic.
It needs to be longer in length than the standard Samsung one that came with the watch as I am an ambulance driver and must be bare below the elbow for hygiene reasons.
Does anyone have any suggestions or recommendations please.
Thanks
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Currently I'm waiting for these both to be delivered to try them and see which is bigger.
Velcro
Elastic
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Go for the elastic, it's HUGE. When I used magnetic metal bands I had to get the ones that were over 10in max length to get them on and off my wrist without taking the strap off the loop. This elastic one I can get on and off with it at 75% ish not even fully open. It stretches that much, you'll be happy.
Here's some pics of it on my wrist to show you how much is left to open it that I don't need
You need a long band because you job wants you to be bare below the elbow?? That kind of doesnt make much since as a watch fits on your wrist and thats below your elbow to begin with!! LOL! Sounds like you shouldnt be wearing at watch at all but regardless, are you looking for a strap that doesnt slip and slide up and down your arm or some sort of an elastic strap that can be removed easily? Heres what I use as I work construction and with a big fat watch I'm always grabbing on something in a weird position and my watch used to get hooked on stuff and slide onto more of my wrist and I'd always scratch myself up and wind up bleeding because of it. I'ts a big fat leather strap I bought from a seller on Etsy from Poland named Dganin. Here makes some fine leather craft, a bit on the expensive side but well worth it! I bought one for my Frontier S3 years ago and just got another for my Galaxy Watch 4..........