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Are Aftermarket Watch Bands Safe for Your Smart...

You just dropped a few hundred dollars on a smartwatch. Maybe more. So when it comes to swapping out the band, it makes sense to wonder: are aftermarket watch bands...

Best Google Pixel Watch Bands: Our Top Picks fo...

The Google Pixel Watch is one of the best-looking smartwatches on the market. That smooth, domed glass. The minimal case. It’s a really good-looking piece of tech. But here’s the...

How to Clean a Leather Watch Band (And Keep It ...

A leather watch band picks up sweat, surface grime, stiffness and odour with regular wear. Cleaning it is simple, as long as you don't soak the leather or reach for...

How to Clean a Silicone Watch Band (Step-by-Step)

You wear your silicone watch band through workouts, showers, long days at the office, and everything in between. Over time, sweat, dirt, and oils build up on the surface, and...

How to Change Your Apple Watch Band in Under 30...

Written and reviewed by the Astra Straps team. We fit, test, and swap Apple Watch bands across silicone, nylon, leather, and metal styles every day, and this guide reflects hands-on...

How to Build a Watch Band Collection on a Budget

Building a watch band collection on a budget comes down to picking a few versatile bands that each cover a different part of your day. You don’t need to spend...