As the Apple Wonderlust event approached, rumors began to increase with the iPhone 15 and its accessories. After rumors that Apple will not offer leather cases for iPhones, rumors have emerged that the Apple Watch will not have a leather strap option.According to a new report, the sale of leather straps in Apple stores will end with the launch of the Apple Watch Series 9. This means that the partnership between Apple and Hermes, which started in 2015, will also come to an end. The origin of this rumor; Apple offers its employees up to 90% discount on Hermes leather straps. The fact that Apple offers such a discount to its employees on a product is a sign that that product may be discontinued soon. The same opportunity was presented before the HomePod was discontinued in 2021.
The Apple Store currently lists the link leather strap, modern buckle strap and Hermes straps. However, none are for sale, including models labeled “New”.
Users who prefer Apple’s leather cases or straps due to premium quality will no longer be able to buy directly from Apple. Leather has a very high carbon footprint and Apple has always positioned itself as an environmentally friendly company. In this context, it is not surprising that the production of leather accessories will be terminated.
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