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These Official Apple Watch Bands Start at $10 on Woot, Plus You Can Save More When You Buy Multiple

Freshen up your Apple Watch style while saving big on these official bands for the popular smartwatch.

It might not get much buzz, but I think one of the very best Apple Watch features is the way you can quickly and easily change up your look by swapping out your band. Woot is now offering the perfect opportunity to grab a few without paying the full price.

Whether you’re looking for something to pair with the latest Apple Watch Series 11 or just want to freshen up an older model, this deal isn’t to be missed. The retailer is now offering up to 80% off select Apple Watch bands, but that’s not all.

When you buy two or more, you’ll save an extra 35% on your total. Grabbing three or more saves you 50%, and four or more takes an additional 65% off. The discount is applied directly at checkout, so you don’t need to worry about adding any complicated coupon codes. This offer is valid through Nov. 14, but we recommend acting fast to snag it before the stock runs out.

The offer covers two different types of bands and a whole range of colors to choose from. If you want the Apple Watch Solo Loop, you’ll pay $15, down from the usual $49 asking price. Alternatively, you can pay $30 for an Apple Watch braided solo loop, which is 70% off the usual price, and of course, grabbing more than one will save you even more. Just choose the right size for your wrist, pick a color and you’re good to go.

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Both of these bands are great options for working out or just going about your business, but make sure you order the right size for your wrist. Neither of them can be adjusted.

The Solo Loop is made from liquid silicone rubber and features a stretchy design that’s comfortable to wear for hours on end. The braided solo loop is the fancier of the two and is created by weaving 16,000 recycled polyester yarn filaments around ultrathin silicone threads. This band is even comfier than the standard solo loop, and it’s one of our favorites. It’d normally sell for $99, making this a real bargain.

SMARTWATCH DEALS OF THE WEEK

Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 46mm, Ink Sports Loop):

$359 (save $70)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm, Bluetooth, Graphite Band):

$330 (save $20)
Amazfit Balance GPS Smartwatch (Black):

$140 (save $60)
Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm, Wi-Fi, Matte Black, Obsidian Band):

$202 (save $49)
Amazfit Active 42mm Smartwatch With 14 Day Battery Life (Black):

$75 (save $35)

Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article.

Why this deal matters

This is a great chance to pick up multiple official Apple bands at prices that rival even the Amazon bargain bin options. Just keep in mind that Woot’s sales can end sooner than the advertised date if stocks run dry, and we expect these bands to be very popular.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Might Come in 5G and 4G Cellular Models

If the rumor proves true, the 5G Galaxy Watch Ultra would rival the 5G-enabled $799 Apple Watch Ultra 3 that debuted last fall.

Samsung’s next high-end Galaxy Watch could support faster 5G speeds, but if this leak is true, it will depend on where you live. The rumored Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 might come in 5G and 4G cellular models, with availability for each smartwatch depending on the country.

According to the Dutch website Galaxy Club (and spotted by SamMobile), Samsung’s servers may have revealed a series of model numbers that point to 5G, 4G and Wi-Fi-enabled editions of the next Galaxy Watch Ultra, which would succeed the original model that debuted in 2024.

A representative for Samsung did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The Galaxy Club website speculates that the 5G edition would be sold in the US and Korean markets, while the 4G edition would sell in the rest of the world. In the US, a 5G version of the Galaxy Watch Ultra would rival the 5G-enabled $799 Apple Watch Ultra 3, which debuted last fall. The 4G edition would have broader compatibility worldwide, since the earlier network is far more established.

It will likely be a few months until we hear anything official about the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. Samsung typically unveils its new watches in the summer alongside its Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip foldable phones. Last year, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch 8 and the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, but otherwise left the prior 2024 Ultra in the lineup for those looking for a larger 47mm smartwatch.

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Today’s NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 8, #1032

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 8, No. 1032.

Looking for the most recent Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles.

Today’s NYT Connections puzzle is kind of tough. The purple category is a fun one, once you see the connection. Read on for clues and today’s Connections answers.

The Times has a Connections Bot, like the one for Wordle. Go there after you play to receive a numeric score and to have the program analyze your answers. Players who are registered with the Times Games section can now nerd out by following their progress, including the number of puzzles completed, win rate, number of times they nabbed a perfect score and their win streak.

Read more: Hints, Tips and Strategies to Help You Win at NYT Connections Every Time

Hints for today’s Connections groups

Here are four hints for the groupings in today’s Connections puzzle, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.

Yellow group hint: In the group.

Green group hint: Appearance details.

Blue group hint: Often found in gyms.

Purple group hint: They help you see.