Apple patents a color-changing watch band
Miscellaneous / / April 02, 2023
He will be able to display even patterns, logos and text messages.
Apple patented Watch strap that can change color. So, the same accessory can complement a strict wardrobe and become part of a bright sports look.
The Apple patent describes the idea of changing color due to "electrochromic properties". This means that the strap will be based on special polymer threads that change color under tension.
And it will be possible to adjust the color directly from the watch, literally swiping across the screen and passing the selected shade to the strap with such a gesture. Such a "painting" can look very impressive, especially given Apple's attention to such promotional tricks.
It is also noted that the color change can be configured according to the schedule. So, the strap can turn off or switch to monochrome mode at night and shine again in the morning, after the alarm is activated.
Moreover, the electrochromic elements of the strap can work independently of each other, which means that in addition to a single color, the system can display certain patterns, icons, logos or text. In theory, such straps will be able to scroll the text of messages in the crawl line format,
writes Apple insider.Not all patents reach the prototype stage, let alone implementation in a commercial device. However, this technology looks very promising and interesting. What do you think?