Best Apple Watch accessories for smartwatch fans [2017 Gift Guide]
Treat the Apple Watch lover in your life to some sweet gifts this holiday season.
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can help you pick out the finest accessories money can buy for Apple Watch fanatics. We have everything from swanky straps to chic charging stands in our best Apple Watch accessories roundup.
Best Apple Watch accessories
Apple famously calls its smartwatch its “most personal device ever.” That’s at least partly because Apple Watch is the company’s most customizable device ever.
In our guide to the best Apple Watch accessories, you’ll find unique Apple Watch bands to suit any style. Plus, we’ve rounded up the best Apple Watch chargers, docks and other gear to complement Cupertino’s ultimate smartwatch.
Belkin Valet Charge Dock
If the Apple Watch lover you know also owns an iPhone, Belkin’s Valet Charge Dock is a wonderful addition to their desk or nightstand. It charges both devices at the same time, and looks good while doing it. It hides cables to reduce clutter, and comes in colors to match Apple gadgets.
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Apple AirPods
Apple’s latest software lets Apple Watch stream millions of songs from Apple Music. But a decent pair of wireless headphones are required. Look no further than AirPods.
They look and feel a lot like EarPods, but they sound even better. They feature Apple’s W1 processor for super-simple pairing with Apple Watch, and they last an impressive 8 hours on a single charge. They also let you use Siri hands-free, while the AirPods case keeps them topped up on the go. (Read our full review: “With AirPods, Apple gets back to ‘it just works’.”)
Buy from: Amazon — Check on Amazon
Casetify Nylon Watch Bands
Nylon bands for Apple Watch are in high demand for their comfort and versatility. Add in great engineering and style, and you’ve got Casetify’s beautiful nylon bands.
Soft yet durable, with stainless steel fittings, these straps comfortably mold to one’s wrist with wear. They’re water-resistant, which makes them ideal for swimming and working out, and they’re available in a number of pretty colors.
Buy from: Watch Store — $40
Zens Powerbank
Like the Belkin Valet Charge Dock above, the Zens Powerbank charges both an Apple Watch and an iPhone at the same time. Except it doesn’t require mains power. Its built-in 4,000 mAh battery makes it ideal for Apple Watch wearers on the go.
It’s light and easy to carry around, yet delivers enough juice for recharging an Apple Watch almost 12 times. Sturdy and well-made, it measures just over 5 inches long and slips easily into a jacket pocket or laptop bag. (Read our full review: “This compact 2-in-1 battery pack recharges your Apple Watch and iPhone.”)
Buy from: Watch Store — $69.99
Bezels & Bytes Studded Bands
Transform Apple Watch into a chic fashion accessory with Bezels & Bytes’ decidedly girly collection of bling-accented bands. Made from high-quality leather with stainless steel studs, they are ideal for work and play. These feminine Apple Watch bands are comfortable and incredibly robust.
Buy from: Watch Store — $88
Ullu Leather Bands
Ullu offers a taste of the accessibly exotic with its line of handcrafted leather bands for Apple Watch.
Quality leather can give any Apple Watch (not to mention an entire wardrobe) a high-style touch. Ullu’s luxurious leather bands come in a wide variety of eye-catching colors.
Buy from: Watch Store — from $99
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom Speaker
Apple Watch can stream music to a Bluetooth speaker, and with the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom Speaker, you can get the party started anywhere.
With massive 360-degree sound and up to 10 hours of battery life on a single charge, it’s ideal for use inside and out. It boasts a 100-foot range over Bluetooth, and comes in a range of bright colors to suit any style.
Buy from: Amazon — $93.17