The Braided Solo Loop Apple Watch band was released in 2020 along with the Apple Watch Series 6. The packaging describes this product as a “Textile Fitted Band.” According to Apple’s website:
“Each Braided Solo Loop features a unique, stretchable design that’s ultracomfortable and easy to slip on and off your wrist. Created by weaving 16,000 recycled polyester yarn filaments around ultrathin silicone threads using advanced, precision-braiding machinery, then laser cutting the band to an exact length for a custom fit. The band offers a soft, textured feel and is both sweat and water resistant.”
The color of this band is red and part of Apple’s PRODUCT(RED) partnership. It was available in 41 mm and 45 mm widths. The 41 mm Braided Solo Loop was sold in wrist sizes 1–9, and the 45 mm Braided Solo Loop was sold in wrist sizes 4–12. This is the second version of the PRODUCT(RED) Braided Solo Loop (Apple had released three versions of this band as of 2024—the second and third versions were identical except for packaging.)
The product box featured the message “Apple is proud to join (RED) in funding programs to help in the fight against HIV/AIDS.” As of 2024, Apple’s dedicated (RED) page noted:
“Apple and (RED) are committed to fighting AIDS. In 17 years, we’ve contributed more than a quarter of a billion dollars, helping provide lifesaving treatments to people living with HIV. And with your support, we are not backing down.”
According to Apple’s website, “This band comes in custom sizes because it’s designed for an ultracomfortable fit. An accurate measurement will help you get the size that’s right for you.” The website allowed buyers to download a PDF and cut out a “tool” that wrapped around the wrist to designate the band size needed.
Source: Apple (product, (RED)), Bandbreit app
