Love my zenwatch 3 and want to switch bands, are there any tutorials on this or do you just slide the little switch and look for bands with quick release? Assuming bands for zenwatch 2 are compatible with zenwatch 3 ?
Unfortunately Zenwatch 2 bands aren't compatible with Zenwatch 3. There aren't any Zenwatch 3 bands on the market yet that I know of, but you can fashion one yourself with an exacto-knife or a dremmel tool: https://www.reddit.com/r/zenwatch/comments/5qsy49/zenwatch_3_diy_custom_bands/
re: zenwatch 3 straps
jrtomsic said:
Unfortunately Zenwatch 2 bands aren't compatible with Zenwatch 3. There aren't any Zenwatch 3 bands on the market yet that I know of, but you can fashion one yourself with an exacto-knife or a dremmel tool: https://www.reddit.com/r/zenwatch/comments/5qsy49/zenwatch_3_diy_custom_bands/
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There are about 6 genuine official zenwatch 3 bands however
they are all either rubber or leather straps. No stainless steel.
Here is the link for BHPHOTO where you can buy zenwatch 3
straps: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/co...Search=yes&sts=ma&typedValue=&Top+Nav-Search=
The straps are in-stock.
Good luck, have a great day!
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There are about 6 genuine official zenwatch 3 bands however
they are all either rubber or leather straps. No stainless steel.
Here is the link for BHPHOTO where you can buy zenwatch 3
straps: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/co...Search=yes&sts=ma&typedValue=&Top+Nav-Search=
The straps are in-stock.
Good luck, have a great day!
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So the quick change 22 mm straps wont fit?
No standard band fits the zenwatch 3.
Hopefully there will be 3d party metal bands for the zenwatch 3 soon.
Good luck, have a great day.
xxfirerican said:
Love my zenwatch 3 and want to switch bands, are there any tutorials on this or do you just slide the little switch and look for bands with quick release? Assuming bands for zenwatch 2 are compatible with zenwatch 3 ?
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You might be interested in getting this:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1183644800/steelconnect-az3-asus-zenwatch-3-lug-adapter/
That kickstarter is a nifty idea, I actually just bought this band : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GEWE06C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It was fairly easy to modify to fit the zenwatch3, and the color is a perfect match for the gun metal zenwatch3. Pictures 1,5 and 6 are what you get (2,3,4 show a different lug attachment), and with a 1/16" drill bit and a dremel you can modify it to work. Just remove the lug that attaches the band to the watch (tool comes with the band), this leaves a narrow link exposed that will fit the zenwatch. Then use the drill bit (in a drill, not the dremel) to widen the hole so the 14mm pin from your zenwatch fits in that link. Tip here, use a drill, and on very very slow speed, and hold the link with your hand, that way if it catches you don't break the bit off inside the link.
Now the pin from your watch should fit in that link, but you'll notice the quick release stops the pin from being centered in the link. The last step is to make a small notch in the link to make room for the quick release knob on the pin, or if you can find a 14mm pin without a quick release you'd be done. i used a tiny cutting disc that came with my dremel, but i'm sure there are other ways, the notch only needs to be 2mm deep in order to fit. If anyone is interested I can post a picture of what it ended up looking like.
Iceman153, thank you for your tips. On your suggestion, I bought the same band as you ("steel black" color), followed your instructions and it turned out great! When you said "very very slow speed", I thought you meant the rotation speed of the drill bit, but my drill only goes at one speed. I then learned that you meant to advance the drill bit very very slowly. I did that a little too fast and the bit caught, good thing I followed your suggestion to hold the link in my hand. I used regular 14mm pins as my dremel doesn't have a tiny metal cutting disc, so I didn't modify it for the quick-release pins (at least not yet).
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Hi, I came with a neat idea of really simple case mod - not sure if anyone came with a similar idea before. The trick is to add a elastic band to the back of an existing phone case, so you can put your fingers under it for easier device holding. It provides function similar to FlyGrip accessory, but it is cheaper and much thinner.
To do it, you'll need a case that covers the back of the phone, 8-10 inches of soft elastic tape (which you can get in most sewing or craft shops for about $1/yard), scissors and stapler (or needle and thread if you want to make it more accurate) - see attached photos for detailed. step-by-step instructions.
First variant does not require any alterations for your case - if you have elastic tape that is narrow enough (1/2 inch or 10mm) you put it through camera opening at the top and speaker opening at the bottom. Pull the band so it is stretched and connect both ends from the reverse side of your case with few staples (or needle and thread) - see steps 1 through 7 in attached photos.
Second variant requires you to cut two holes in your case, but it allows you to use 3/4 or 1 inch wide tape which looks and feels nicer. I guess you can use a knife to make these cuts, but I've used the Dremel tool on my case. If you make cuts thin enough and slightly narrower than band width, the band would be held in place by friction, so you would not even need to connect both ends.
Please let me know if you find this mod useful.
[12/27]: I've also made a simple kickstand out of used plastic card - I guess might not work for cases with very smooth back, but it works for my case. Kickstand it is thin in disassembled form, so you can carry it in your wallet or between the case and the back of your phone.
Ha, that's pretty neat, I like it, just need to see if I can find any elastic band around ... Thank you
Great idea!
I don't like using a case. I wonder how well this would work if I just cut slits in my back cover.
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Great idea!
I don't like using a case. I wonder how well this would work if I just cut slits in my back cover.
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If you use a really narrow band (1/4" or so), you can run it through camera and speaker holes without the need to cut back cover (sorry I only had a white 1/4" band). If you decide to cut the cover, remember that it has NFC antenna in top 1/3 of it - do not cut there.
Very very clever! I'm going to try this, did you have to test a lot of different straps before you found the best one? which did you use? Where did you buy it?
if anyone is wondering what the flygrip is that OP references, I did a review.
You can see it here, make sure to watch the video to see it in action.
Cool thanks :laugh:
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Very very clever! I'm going to try this, did you have to test a lot of different straps before you found the best one? which did you use? Where did you buy it?
if anyone is wondering what the flygrip is that OP references, I did a review.
You can see it here, make sure to watch the video to see it in action.
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I've started with 1/4" band that I had at home and then went to sewing supplies shop and got 1/2" and 3/4" bands they sell by length for about $1/yard. So far I've tested 1/4", 1/2", and 3/4" bands and, I find 3/4" to be the most comfortable and it also has some texture that improves the grip - you can see texture here: http://www.beverlys.com/non-roll-elastic-bundle-3-4-x-18-yd-black.html
I did not have a chance to test 1/2" textured band (as they did not had black color in stock) or 1" band but I think they might be good too.
You can also get these online in 1 yard packages, for example on amazon www.amazon.com/Dritz-9306B-Non-Roll-Elastic-4-Inch/dp/B003WV3RE0 but it seem to cost more there.
Think ill be trying this out!
nice
i might try this
What an awesome idea. I prefer to try DIYs like this but my only concern is making sure the staples hold so the strap doesn't fail since I don't have insurance on my phone.
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What an awesome idea. I prefer to try DIYs like this but my only concern is making sure the staples hold so the strap doesn't fail since I don't have insurance on my phone.
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I ended up sewing the straps together. Wifey still laughing at my stichmenship but seems to holding well. She only had a thin strap but I can see why the thicker band would be prefered.
What a creative thread. How did you cut the near slit in the case,
Thanks for the ideas.
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I posted this reply in the flygrip thread. My rubber band mod :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34941450
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Awesome! Why didn't I think of this?
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This is my mod on this. I did it directly to the back battery cover instead as I don't like the bulk of a case.
Will try to get more pictures of it attached to the phone when I can get my hand on a separate camera.
A simple variant
Nice idea. A simple variant, needing only a large rubber band and a paper clip. Run the ends of the rubber band through the camera and plug holes in the case, attach inside with a paperclip, and you are done.
Superb innovative idea !!!
nice mod. and brilliant idea for one handed usage
Good work, thanks for all of the ideas
Awesome..
Will try that on my Note 3.
I have large wrists and usually need extra links added to most watch bands. Anybody know how large the Gear band is?
The clasps come off so you can adjust.
In general the first thing to wear on a watch is the wrist strap. As this strap is an integral part of the watch you realise what that means. A complete new watch. I don't know what material the strap is made from. Oris make a watch range with what appears Rubber straps but this is a special reinforced vulcanised rubber same as found in car tyres. I have been using Oris for some years and have yet to replace a strap. I doubt the Gear is made from the same materials though?
Looks like its going to be a steep learning curve for us with this watch. I love my techno and am looking forward to trying out the Gear. I do have several reservations though and think a gear Mk2 will not be to far ahead. Judging by the offers Samsung are offering with the gear I think, from market research, that they also have some reservations. I am 'only' paying 120.00€ for my Gear not the full market price here of 300.00€.
Regards.
in fact, the band size is short, i am 1meter85, and the band is the limit to me. The plastic is hard (peharps too new?) and the close mechanism is bad placed (to much to the right)
YOU MUST cleary try it before buy it if you are tall!
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in fact, the band size is short, i am 1meter85, and the band is the limit to me. The plastic is hard (peharps too new?) and the close mechanism is bad placed (to much to the right)
YOU MUST cleary try it before buy it if you are tall!
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Thanks for the information, I have it on pre-order, but I can return it if it doesn't fit. How do watch bands usually fit for you?
Usually, i must use the larger band i have a big arm (20.5cm in circumference on the wrist)
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Usually, i must use the larger band i have a big arm (20.5cm in circumference on the wrist)
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I measured my wrist, I'm getting approximately 21.5 cm (8 1/2 inches). I'm thinking I might have problems with the gear
Has anyone had an issue with their band pin bending really easy? Today I went to lift something above my head and looked at my watch and the left side band was hanging off. Upon closer inspection the left side of the pin bent down at about the 1/4" mark.
Bummer. Guess I'll be buying new ones. Not sure if they are covered under the extended warranty.
Same here. I was reaching for something under my desk at work and the band got caught on the side of the desk. Bent the pin at the quick release. Hoping I can find a pin that works. I'm probably the only guy that really likes the stock band.
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Mine juste broke at the metal retainer thing
Two metal pins retaining the thing must have fell somewhere....
same here
Same issue here. The two tiny pins disappeared and now i jave to ger new band. Also they dont sell the gear live band anywhere.
met911 said:
Same issue here. The two tiny pins disappeared and now i jave to ger new band. Also they dont sell the gear live band anywhere.
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I've contacted google for a replacement, as it is under warranty, waiting for them to come back to me, in the meantime, I'm using a pebble steel one, it's a standard 22mm watchband.
met911 said:
Same issue here. The two tiny pins disappeared and now i jave to ger new band. Also they dont sell the gear live band anywhere.
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They are replacing it under warranty, so contact them if you ordered from the play store. (replacing the entire watch)
That's the exact same watch band I use. Very nice quality, kind of pricey. But the silver tone is almost a perfect match to the gear live. The only issue I have is how the band slides around at the top on the watch pin bar. Having the easy clip on the pin helps it from moving some... but wish it made it stay in place more.
Let me know what they tell you about the watch band. Did you contact google or samsung?
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That's the exact same watch band I use. Very nice quality, kind of pricey. But the silver tone is almost a perfect match to the gear live. The only issue I have is how the band slides around at the top on the watch pin bar. Having the easy clip on the pin helps it from moving some... but wish it made it stay in place more.
Let me know what they tell you about the watch band. Did you contact google or samsung?
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I contacted Google, they asked me for the serial number, said it was under warranty, emailed me a link to order a replacement and the UPS shipping RMA label, when I get the replacement,I ship the broken one.
They put the price of the replacement watch on hold on your credit card, it will not be charged if you return the broken in time (7 days after receiving the replacement).
Anyone replace out your strap/band yet? How does it look?
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Yep, hated the stock band. I purchased this one... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001EYVBJA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Super quick review... Matches the watch like it was built for it. I've had this brand before and it held up well which isn't surprising, it feels like a piece of decent quality. Quicker to take on and off and less likely to drop your watch which is true all of straps of this type versus a buckle. Regrets = zero.
Sweet! I just ordered one too....
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krabman said:
Yep, hated the stock band. I purchased this one... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001EYVBJA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Super quick review... Matches the watch like it was built for it. I've had this brand before and it held up well which isn't surprising, it feels like a piece of decent quality. Quicker to take on and off and less likely to drop your watch which is true all of straps of this type versus a buckle. Regrets = zero.
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I wonder if they make that one in the rose gold that matches the gold Urbane. I will have to look into that...
I purchased these 2:
DASSARI Concord Black w/ White Stitching Croc Leather watch Band for BREITLING 22/20 22mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OC77BR2/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_Ctssvb0JQAJAR
Ritche 22mm Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch Band Strap Curved End Solid Links Color Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DKYC93E/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_fvssvb1V69QNZ
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I wonder if they make that one in the rose gold that matches the gold Urbane. I will have to look into that...
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Its much easier to match up the stainless than various gold, rose, graphite, ti, etc. bands/straps/bracelets. I would consider taking it to a larger shop where they have a good inventory and try to match it up.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005K2R4IO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This was the wand band I ordered when I bought the watch. It matches the watch perfectly. I attached some pictures below.
I am curious about how you charge the watch with a metal band. Could someone please post a picture of your watch on the stock charger to show how you do it?
just ordered this
Hadley Roma 18-22mm Squeeze End Link Men's Deployant Stainless Metal Watch Band
http://www.ebay.com/itm/371296668278
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I am curious about how you charge the watch with a metal band. Could someone please post a picture of your watch on the stock charger to show how you do it?
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The magnet is strong enough to hold the charger to the phone in most any position including the watch laying on its side. You can do it however you want.
Got the SUPER engineer Type II based on reviews
Amazon item B00CSE7IJ2
I know it seems like it's a bit pricey compared to others like the Hadley Roma but I'm super impressed with the quality. It's very heavy and the edges are not rounded over like it was mass produced. The links that can be removed for sizing have screws and they are super easy to adjust. I also like the buttons on the flip part of the band closure.
$72 bucks is still a hell of a lot cheaper than those rip off apple metal bands. Can't imagine them being any higher quality than this.
Important note: the 2.5mm fat boy pins that come with this larger band do not fit into the body of the LG Urbane because the lugs or tips are 0.8mm instead of the tiny ones that came on the existing leather strap band. For now, I'm using the pins that came with the watch, which are standard 22mm, but with smaller lugs. I could not find another vendor who made a 2.5mm pin with smaller tips since these larger bands are designed to go on Seiko's or diving watches.
Update: My plan is to put the fat boy pins that came with the watch in my dremel and use a micro diamond file ($13 on amazon) to reduce the lug down to a diameter that works in the Urbane. I will post an update if it works out and post links to the files I bought. Don't see why it wouldn't work and I don't think there is any other choice if you want to utilize the fat boy pins...which I do.
Stay tuned...pics coming.
Peter
ptchan5, could you explain in greater detail the Fatboy 2.5mm lug and LGs .8mm tips?
Keep us posted in the project
Anyone here thinking of going with a dark brown aligator band with the silver watch?
I would love to here what you guys think... or am I the only one not going with the metal braclet.
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Anyone here thinking of going with a dark brown aligator band with the silver watch?
I would love to here what you guys think... or am I the only one not going with the metal braclet.
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I like this also.
Metal bands are not my thing.
Fat boy 22mm Spring Pins MOD
This is a follow-up to my previous post.
I used a dremel to reduce the diameter of the lugs on the 2.5mm fat boy spring pins that come with the heavy diver watch metal bands. I searched high and low and I believe all the thick spring pins come with 0.8-1.0mm lugs at the tips which are too big for the body of the LG Urbane. Turns out the pins that come with the Urbane are actually smaller than the holes in the watch body, but the fat boy pins are just a wee bit too large.
This MOD took about 5-8 minutes to do and worked perfectly! Now you can use the spring pins that were supposed to go with the larger metal band.
All you need to do is insert the spring pin into the dremel about half way and turn the dremel on to low setting. I bought the cheapest set of micro files I could find on Amazon Prime for $14 bucks and I ended up only using a single file out of the set. The one I used was the 90 degree square one so I could easily just hold it up to the lug for a minute or two and moved it forward and backward while watching the lug leave metal residue on the file. The 316L stainless steel pins are not soft metal! So it's nearly impossible to mess this one up. Once I got the pins to be reduced down in size visually I tested them in the watch before proceeding to do the rest of the pin ends.
Again, don't waste your time searching ebay or Amazon for 2.5mm pins with smaller lug pins. They don't exist. Besides by the time you buy them and find out they don't work you could have owned a nice set of micro files and been done with the MOD on the original pins that shipped with the watch band.
Very happy with the results. Ping me if none of this makes sense. Enjoy!
** Apparently can't post the pics, so ping me and I'll email them to you; maybe someone else can post them for me **
I think I'm going to go with this one
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00RF...olid=3U4N5O4C10O74&coliid=I34CDQ7SASFQ76&vs=1
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I think I'm going to go with this one
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00RF...olid=3U4N5O4C10O74&coliid=I34CDQ7SASFQ76&vs=1
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That one has the cutout for the Moto 360. You don't need that for the Urbane.
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That one has the cutout for the Moto 360. You don't need that for the Urbane.
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That's not a factor for me. I'm getting that one because I liked the design best. I'm sure it would fit the urbane just fine.
I'm not much of a watch geek and have never paid too much attention to what strap I'm using. I used a NATO strap with my Pebble and the original straps with both my Pebble Steel and LG G Watch R.
However, I keep reading how uncomfortable the Urbane's strap is and it got me thinking: could I use the one in the Watch R with the Urbane? I find that one pretty comfortable.
Gorgeous!
Finally received my new metal bracelet and it beats anything I have ever seen, it really makes my watch look fair superior than even an apple watch
Is there 3rd party one available that doesn't overheat watch?
I am also interested in this.
Related - is there a wireless pad that could charge the GW3 as well as a phone? The included puck won't charge my S10e.
Although now that I have a metal band on my GW3, I'm pretty limited (i.e. watch has to wrap around the wireless charger because of the clasp, as opposed to the original leather strap that completely disconnects).
ever since the moto 360, all my smartwatches have had a metal clasp/band.
i use the duo pad from samsung, but i hang the duo pad over a table so the watch can hang...
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Hello ,
i use original charger with this :
Galaxy Watch 3 Night Stand S352
Spigen’s Night Stand for the Galaxy Watch 3 (45mm/41mm) is made entirely of scratch-free TPU for minimal aesthetics packed with smart functionality. It features a bottom lip that cradles your watch on its side for stability that prevents your watch from swaying side to side. An exact charger...
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Same thing Galaxy watch 46 mm .
Best Buy has the original Samsung Charging Pad on sale for $14.99.
Link
You can 3d print or buy a stand for these
Here's a link to a 3d printable holder for the charging pad. It's my favorite and if you print it at 100% PLA and add some small stick on rubber feet to the bottom it's heavy and stable enough to stay where you put it.
Link
Agree with Best Buy options...
I'm using this one. Works with phones and watches https://www.samsung.com/uk/mobile-accessories/wireless-charger-pad-p3105-ep-p3105tbeggb/
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Is there 3rd party one available that doesn't overheat watch?
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Hi, I just found out that my old Gear S2 watch charging cradle charges my Galaxy Watch 3.
I haven't used it to fully charge the GW3 yet but hey, it actually charges, will try it next time the watch needs a full charge and see how well it goes.
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ever since the moto 360, all my smartwatches have had a metal clasp/band.
i use the duo pad from samsung, but i hang the duo pad over a table so the watch can hang...
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If you just get a few tall stick-on feet, the watch band will go right under the charger. I've always preferred the metal bands and this was the first issue I ran into with them. This works great. Notice the one foot in the center of the fan, be careful not to block the air flow.