Watch Bands Is your smartwatch band secretly toxic? I asked Apple, Samsung, & Google A scientific study said fluoroelastomer smartwatch straps "across numerous brands" have unhealthy PFAS compounds. Apple and Google say not to worry. The Pixel Watch's upcoming 'Performance Loop' band could be exactly what it needs Pixel Watch fans are craving for the unreleased version of an Apple Watch band that's been out for years. Smartwatch 'smart straps' died for a reason. I still want them to come back. Samsung and Pebble tried and failed to fill watch bands with modular tech. I still love the idea, no matter how impractical it is. Be an expert in 5 minutesGet the latest news from Android Central, your trusted companion in the world of AndroidContact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1This vest transformed the way I experience games2Major Motorola Razr Plus 2025 leak talks upgraded hardware and more3Samsung's Good Lock is here for Galaxy users globally on the Play Store4Our favorite Android phone just got its first major discount of the year — and it's a big one 5Samsung's One UI 7 rollout returns with a new build for the Galaxy S24