How to remove a strap from a fitness bracelet is intuitive when looking at the mounting method used by the manufacturer. However, following the instructions from the manufacturer will allow you to do this without damaging the gadget. In order for the fixation system to last for a long time, careless handling must not be allowed.
Belt design and options
Honor Band 6 has a belt consisting of two parts that are installed in special grooves. The standard version included in the kit is quite long and is usually enough to fit the arm of an adult. It is made of silicone, pleasant to the touch and does not rub your hand while wearing the device.
However, there are few belt options offered by the manufacturer. Fortunately. There are a wide variety of options available for purchase from online stores. You can purchase a metal strap. It looks great on a man's hand. Or a silicone strap of various colors: yellow, orange, blue, white, purple and others. The main thing is that the replacement strap matches the size of the Honor Band smart bracelet.
Replacing the strap on a Smart Watch
Most smartphones allow you to change the strap or band of your smartphone. This is a handy feature because you can customize the look of your smartwatch for a specific occasion or if you're tired of the way it looks.
Which smartphones allow you to change the strap?
If you're still looking for a smartwatch and are interested in whether it has interchangeable straps, read on to find out which manufacturers have covered this aspect of customization. Most watches have a standard lug that fits any strap of the desired width. It's good that the standard tip fits traditional and smart watches. The loop width varies from 16 mm to 24 mm.
Many smartphones require a 22mm wide strap. This measurement refers to the distance between the holes in the watch that the spring bar fits into. Other smartwatches have a wider band or may even have proprietary attachments like the Apple Watch.
Overall lug width for smart watch
Bartonwatchbands.com has this great graph that makes it easy to check the band width of some of the most common smartwatches. You can also find your desired strap width from:
- Checking the markings on the back of the current belt
- Measure the width using a metric ruler.
- Search the Internet for the specification of your watch model
Strap for Garmin smartwatch
Garmin smartwatches typically have interchangeable bands, and unlike Apple, you can wear standard bands, which is great because they have more options.
You can check the belt size on the Garmin web page. For example, the popular Garmin Vivoactive 3 and Forerunner 645 have 20mm quick-release straps. The Garmin Fenix 5 line uses different quick release strap sizes of 20mm, 22mm or 26mm depending on the model. Garmin sells straps or harnesses, but you'll save a lot if you find them on Amazon or AliExpress. For example.
Garmin Vivoactive 3 Band
Apple Watch Bands
Luckily, Apple made the straps interchangeable. Unfortunately, you cannot use regular straps, they must be made for Apple. This looks like something Apple would do. Make sure you're using a band that fits your Apple Watch case. Please note that only bands designed for Apple Watch Series 1, 2, 3, or 4 can be used.
They fit all series, at least if the sizes are compatible. The 38mm and 40mm straps are compatible with each other, and the 42mm and 44mm straps are compatible with each other. Apple bands cost between $50 and $150, but luckily there are many other manufacturers where you can buy bands from $5 to $15.
The Fitbit Ionic, Versa, and Charge 3 are the main models to consider right now. The Ionic has two detachable straps (top and bottom) that can be swapped out for accessories. To remove and replace the strap, you must turn the device over and press the metal latch. The Fitbit Charge 2 and 3 have straps that are also removable with a snap. The Versa has similar removable straps, but instead of a metal retainer, it has a quick-release lever.
Replacing the Apple Watch Band
- Place your Apple Watch face down on a clean surface (such as a lint-free microfiber cloth or soft mat).
- If your watch has a locking bracelet, press the quick release button to split the strap in half.
- While holding the strap release button, slide the strap to the side to remove it.
- If the belt does not move, press the release button again and make sure you keep it pressed.
- Make sure the strap is facing you with the text side printed on it, and insert the new strap until it clicks into place.
Removal instructions
Removing the strap from the Honor Band is very easy. This does not require additional tools or special skills.
- Place the bracelet face down on a flat surface. It is advisable to use a soft cloth to avoid scratching the screen.
- There are 2 plugs on the edges of the capsule. They need to be picked up with a fingernail, nail scissors, a needle or something thin, and then pulled up.
- Along with the plug, the clamps that hold the belt elements on the capsule will be removed.
Ready.
Setting up Honor Band 5
After successful pairing, you can proceed to customizing the gadget to suit your needs. The instructions are suitable for both Android and iOS, and we will pay attention to the differing places separately.
- The main features of the bracelet are configured through the management page in Huawei Health. To access it, open the application and go to the “Devices” section. Next, select your Band 5 from the list of paired ones to access the settings.
- The first thing you can do is change the bracelet dial to another one. To do this, open the “Dials” item and select the one you like, after which it will be automatically installed on your device.
- The gadget in question supports the Huawei TruSleep function, to activate which you need to launch the option of the same name in the main menu of Huawei Health.
Important! When you turn on TruSlip, the display of notifications stops!
- One of the main functions is the display of notifications. To set them up, open the “Devices” section and select your bracelet. A settings page will appear, where you need to tap on the “Notifications” line.
Next, activate the head switch (indicated by the number 1) and select the applications from which you want to receive messages using the toggle switch next to it.
If you experience problems receiving notifications, the troubleshooting section provides a solution to this problem.
- Another interesting option is music control. To activate, on the device settings page in Huawei Health, activate the “Control music playback” switch.
Next, on the bracelet itself, scroll down the list of functions until the player window with controls appears. Now open your multimedia player on your phone (all popular solutions like YouTube Music or Spotify are supported) and start playing - you can control it from your wrist gadget.
This completes the main part of the Honor Band 5 setup.
Answers to popular questions
Do I need to remove the capsule from the belt to charge the device?
No. The Honor Band fitness bracelet is equipped with a charging connector located on the open area of the capsule. It will be enough to simply remove it from your hand and connect it to magnetic charging.
How to care for your bracelet?
It must be washed periodically in water and soap. This will wash away all microorganisms, dirt and unpleasant odors. Silicone straps can be cleaned and disinfected with alcohol-based detergents.
How to remove
The step-by-step instructions that you should follow when removing the strap from the fitness bracelet depend on the model of the gadget. This is due to the fact that each manufacturer uses its own fastening system. Fixation based on:
- latches;
- tension;
- springs.
With Xiaomi
You need to get the capsule with the sensors of the Mi Band bracelet of any version according to the following scheme:
- turn the gadget upside down;
- Pull the edge of the strap with your right hand;
- press the edge of the body with your left hand.
Ritmix RFB-400
To detach the strap securing the Ritmix RFB-400, you need to:
- unfasten the lock located on the side of the gadget body;
- release the capsule by pulling it to the side, the trajectory of movement should be parallel to the edges of the latch.
This type of fastening is the most sensitive. It is recommended to remove the capsule with sensors as little as possible, otherwise the lock will quickly weaken.
Huawei Honor A2 Smart band
This gadget has a very different mounting design from others. To remove the monitor from the strap, just press on the back of the case.
Garmin Vivoactive
The Garmin Vivoactive capsule can only be removed using the set of screwdrivers included with the gadget.
