• Apple unveils the new Black Unity Apple Watch band The Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop is available for order on the Apple Store online and in the Apple Store app starting today, and will be available in Apple Store locations starting later this week for$99(U.S.). • The Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop is available in 42mm and 46mm case sizes, in band sizes 0-12, and is compatible with Apple Watch Series 4 or later, Apple Watch SE, and all Apple Watch Ultra models (46mm band only). • Media Text of this articleJanuary 26, 2026UPDATEApple unveils the new Black Unity Apple Watch bandA special-edition Braided Solo Loop celebrates the power of connectionApple today revealed the new Apple Watch Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop, honoring Black History Month and celebrating the power of connection. • This special-edition band is now available for order.Aligned with this theme, Apple is proud to support organizations that inspire connection and promote creativity through impactful programs in under-resourced communities around the world. • This includes grants to Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Urban Arts in New York City, Youth Music in London, Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney, and Enactus México in Mexico City. • These new grants build upon Apple’s long-standing commitment to advancing economic, educational, and creative opportunities in communities globally.This band, along with previously released Black Unity bands, was designed by Black creatives and allies at Apple.

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  • Apple has launched a new Black Unity Apple Watch band, the Braided Solo Loop, to mark Black History Month and celebrate connection. The special‑edition band, available for order on the Apple Store online and app, is priced at $99 in the U.S. and will hit Apple Store locations later this week. Designed by Black creatives and allies, the loop features the Pan‑African flag’s red, green, and black colors woven from recycled polyester yarn and ultrathin silicone threads, giving it a textured, sweat‑ and water‑resistant finish. It fits 42 mm and 46 mm watches (band sizes 0‑12) and is compatible with Apple Watch Series 4 or later, SE, and Ultra models. Apple also announced grants to community organizations worldwide to support connection and creativity.
  • Apple has launched a new Black Unity Apple Watch band, the Braided Solo Loop, to coincide with Black History Month and highlight the theme of connection. The special‑edition band, priced at $99, is available for order online and in Apple Stores and comes in 42 mm and 46 mm sizes, compatible with all Apple Watch Series 4 or later, SE, and Ultra models. Designed by Black creatives and allies, the band weaves recycled polyester yarn around ultrathin silicone threads, producing a textured, sweat‑ and water‑resistant strap that displays the Pan‑African flag’s red, green, and black hues. Apple also announced grants to community‑focused organizations worldwide to support connection and creativity.

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