Apple Debuts New Black Unity Watch Band
▼ Summary
– Apple has released a new special-edition Apple Watch band, the Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop, to honor Black History Month.
– The company is providing grants to several global organizations, including Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Urban Arts, to support creativity and connection in under-resourced communities.
– This band, like previous Black Unity bands, was designed by Black creatives and allies at Apple.
– The band features the colors of the Pan-African flag and is made by braiding recycled polyester yarn around silicone threads using advanced machinery.
– It is described as soft, textured, sweat and water resistant, with multiple shades of red, green, and black for depth and vibrancy.
Apple has introduced a new limited-edition Apple Watch band, the Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop, to commemorate Black History Month and emphasize the importance of community. This special release is now available for purchase, continuing the company’s tradition of celebrating cultural heritage through its products.
The design of the band draws direct inspiration from the Pan-African flag. Created by a team of Black creatives and allies within Apple, the band is crafted using a sophisticated braiding technique. This process involves weaving recycled polyester yarn around ultra-thin silicone threads, resulting in a soft, textured band that is both water and sweat resistant. Upon closer inspection, the band reveals rich, layered shades of red, green, and black, giving it a distinctive depth and vibrancy.
In connection with this launch, Apple is providing new grants to several global organizations that foster creativity and connection. These grants support impactful programs in communities with limited resources. The recipients include Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Urban Arts in New York, Youth Music in London, the Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney, and Enactus México in Mexico City. This initiative reinforces Apple’s ongoing commitment to expanding economic, educational, and creative opportunities worldwide.
The new Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop joins a collection of previously released Black Unity bands from Apple. Each band in this series serves as a wearable symbol of solidarity and celebration, designed to honor the enduring spirit and contributions of Black communities.
(Source: Apple.com)
