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- Despite a slightly different size, Apple Watch Series 7 is still compatible with straps made for previous generations.
- All chargers and bumper cases, however, are not fully compatible with the newest version.
- With Apple Watch 7 primed to be a holiday favorite, here are some accessories worth paying for.
The Apple Watch Series 7 is here with a re-designed screen. The latest smartwatch from Apple has more rounded corners, the largest screen area yet, and tougher glass. Despite the slightly different size, the Series 7 watch is still compatible with previous straps. That hasn’t stopped the onslaught of new Apple Watch Series 7 accessories, however. As with previous models, users will need to be sure to match the band to the size of the watch: 45mm or 41mm.
Apple’s common third-party brand partners have a slew of updated styles to coincide with the updated watch. Apple’s own watch straps see some new colors while several brands have entirely new styles.
While the straps are compatible, Apple Watch Series 7 ships with an updated charger. The charger keeps the same magnetic wireless design, but the opposite end now uses
USB-C
. That change is part of what allows the Series 7 to charge faster, so owners of Apple’s latest watch are going to want to ensure charger compatibility for the most speed.
And, while straps are compatible, the cases that wrap around the screen are not for some brands’ designs. Apple says that the changes in dimensions are minimal, but some third-party case makers have listed their previously-released cases as incompatible with Series 7. The different dimensions mean that not all bumpers will fit.
Here are some of the coolest Apple Watch Series 7 accessories to hit stores.
