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Posted 9/12/2023, 11:44:00 AM

Apple Expected to Reveal Woven Watch Bands as Sustainable Leather Alternative at Today's Event

Twitter user Kosutami shared a sneak preview of a FineWoven Apple Watch band made of a new fabric material to replace leather.
Apple is expected to drop leather iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands due to their high carbon footprint.
The new woven fabric material will likely be announced at Apple's event today alongside the iPhone 15 and new Apple Watch models.
Apple collector Kosutami previously indicated new woven Apple Watch bands are coming to replace leather.
Long-time Apple Watch partner Hermès recently removed all Apple Watch bands from its website ahead of Apple's shift away from leather.

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iPhone 15 seems set to revive Google Pixel's fabric cases; what buyers should know

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Apple to Reveal New Eco-Friendly Watch Bands and Accessories at Today's Event

Apple is expected to unveil a new line of FineWoven Apple Watch bands made from artificial materials, including recycled nylon and polyester, in an effort to be eco-friendly and reduce their carbon footprint in an event today, with six color options available but only three being announced.

9/12/2023

Apple Ditches Leather for More Sustainable iPhone and Apple Watch Accessories

Apple announced that it will no longer use leather in its new cases and bands for its products, instead transitioning to a micro-twill textile made from recycled materials, as part of its efforts to create carbon-neutral and sustainable tech products.

9/13/2023

Apple: MagSafe May Leave Imprints on New FineWoven iPhone Cases

Apple has switched from leather to FineWoven 'microtwill' for its premium cases and bands, but there are concerns about how well FineWoven will hold up and its potential interaction with MagSafe, as it may leave imprints on the material.

9/12/2023

Apple Introduces New Eco-Friendly Watch Bands and Accessories Made from Recycled Materials

Apple has introduced a new textile called "FineWoven," made of 68 percent post-consumer content, to replace leather accessories and promote environmental sustainability.

9/13/2023

Hermès Unveils New Leather Apple Watch Bands Starting at $349, Available for Pre-Order Now

Hermès has released a new collection of Apple Watch Series 9 cases and bands, including leather options, despite Apple's decision to remove all leather iPhone cases and watch bands from its website in an effort to promote sustainability.

9/21/2023

Apple's New FineWoven iPhone Cases Receive Poor Reviews from Early Adopters

Despite claims of being more environmentally friendly, Apple's new "FineWoven" range of iPhone cases and accessories made with a microtwill fabric have received negative feedback from customers, who criticize the quality and feel of the products.

9/21/2023

Apple's New iPhone Case Material FineWoven Replaces Leather But May Not Feel as Premium

Apple's new FineWoven iPhone cases and accessories, pitched as a premium, sustainable replacement for leather, are criticized for being of poor quality and lacking durability.

9/22/2023

Apple's New FineWoven iPhone Case Scratches and Stains Easily, Reveals Teardown

Apple's new "FineWoven" case for the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro has received criticism for its susceptibility to staining and its softness, which can cause indentations from objects in pockets.

9/28/2023

Apple's New FineWoven Accessories Draw Mixed Reviews

Apple's FineWoven material, which is made from 68% post-consumer recycled content and reduces carbon emissions, has received mixed reactions, particularly regarding the iPhone 15 FineWoven MagSafe cases.

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Posted 9/12/2023, 11:44:00 AM

Apple Expected to Reveal Woven Watch Bands as Sustainable Leather Alternative at Today's Event

Twitter user Kosutami shared a sneak preview of a FineWoven Apple Watch band made of a new fabric material to replace leather.
Apple is expected to drop leather iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands due to their high carbon footprint.
The new woven fabric material will likely be announced at Apple's event today alongside the iPhone 15 and new Apple Watch models.
Apple collector Kosutami previously indicated new woven Apple Watch bands are coming to replace leather.
Long-time Apple Watch partner Hermès recently removed all Apple Watch bands from its website ahead of Apple's shift away from leather.

9to5mac.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/5/2023

iPhone 15 seems set to revive Google Pixel's fabric cases; what buyers should know

Apple is reportedly planning to replace its leather cases with a new "woven" fabric case for the iPhone 15 series, similar to the fabric cases previously used by Google Pixel phones.

9/12/2023

Apple to Reveal New Eco-Friendly Watch Bands and Accessories at Today's Event

9/12/2023

Apple Ditches Leather for More Sustainable iPhone and Apple Watch Accessories

9/13/2023

Apple: MagSafe May Leave Imprints on New FineWoven iPhone Cases

9/12/2023

Apple Introduces New Eco-Friendly Watch Bands and Accessories Made from Recycled Materials

Apple has introduced a new textile called "FineWoven," made of 68 percent post-consumer content, to replace leather accessories and promote environmental sustainability.

9/13/2023

Hermès Unveils New Leather Apple Watch Bands Starting at $349, Available for Pre-Order Now

9/21/2023

Apple's New FineWoven iPhone Cases Receive Poor Reviews from Early Adopters

9/21/2023

Apple's New iPhone Case Material FineWoven Replaces Leather But May Not Feel as Premium

Apple's new FineWoven iPhone cases and accessories, pitched as a premium, sustainable replacement for leather, are criticized for being of poor quality and lacking durability.

9/22/2023

Apple's New FineWoven iPhone Case Scratches and Stains Easily, Reveals Teardown

Apple's new "FineWoven" case for the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro has received criticism for its susceptibility to staining and its softness, which can cause indentations from objects in pockets.

9/28/2023

Apple's New FineWoven Accessories Draw Mixed Reviews