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Apple unveils the new Black Unity Apple Watch band

UPDATE January 26, 2026

Apple unveils the new Black Unity Apple Watch band

A special-edition Braided Solo Loop celebrates the power of connection
The new Apple Watch Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop honors Black History Month and celebrates the power of connection.
Apple 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. Showcasing the colors of the Pan-African flag, the Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop is created by weaving recycled polyester yarn filaments around ultrathin silicone threads using advanced precision-braiding machinery. Soft with a textured feel, it is also sweat and water resistant. On closer look, the band reveals multiple shades of red, green, and black - giving it added depth and vibrancy.
The Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop features advanced precision-braiding machinery; has a soft, textured feel; and is resistant to sweat and water.
Pricing and Availability
  • 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).
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    January 26, 2026

    UPDATE

    Apple unveils the new Black Unity Apple Watch band

    A special-edition Braided Solo Loop celebrates the power of connection

    Apple 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. Showcasing the colors of the Pan-African flag, the Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop is created by weaving recycled polyester yarn filaments around ultrathin silicone threads using advanced precision-braiding machinery. Soft with a textured feel, it is also sweat and water resistant. On closer look, the band reveals multiple shades of red, green, and black - giving it added depth and vibrancy.

    Pricing and Availability

    • 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).

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    Clare Varellas

    Apple

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    Nikki Rothberg

    Apple

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    Apple Media Helpline

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Clare Varellas

Apple

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Nikki Rothberg

Apple

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Apple Media Helpline

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