Key Points
- Apple Pride Edition Sport Loop priced at $49, approximately ₹4,500 in India
- Band woven from 11 colours of nylon yarn in rainbow pattern
- New Pride Luminance watch face requires watchOS 26.5 update
Apple has launched a new Pride Edition Sport Loop band, a matching watch face and wallpapers for iPhone and iPad to mark Pride Month, which celebrates LGBTQ+ communities worldwide in June each year.
The Pride Edition Sport Loop, available to order from Monday, is priced at $49 in the United States — approximately ₹4,500. The company said the band would be available at Apple Store locations and authorised resellers later this week. Apple did not announce India-specific pricing or availability.
The band is woven from 11 colours of nylon yarn in a rainbow pattern. Apple said the weaving technique blends colours to create depth and movement across the design. The band is available in three sizes: 40mm, 42mm and 46mm, covering the current Apple Watch lineup.
New watch face and wallpapers
A new Pride Luminance watch face accompanies the band. The face displays colours that shift dynamically and is available in two geometric patterns: radial, with colour rays aligned to hour markers, and vertical, mirroring the linear stripes of the band weave. Users can customise the face with additional colour options, Apple said.
Matching wallpapers for iPhone and iPad feature a similar design with customisable colours. Both the watch face and wallpapers will be available after the release of watchOS 26.5, iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5, according to Apple.
Support for LGBTQ+ organisations
Apple said it provides financial support to organisations that serve LGBTQ+ communities, though the company did not specify which groups receive funding or the amounts involved.
The Pride Collection follows Apple’s annual tradition of releasing limited-edition accessories during Pride Month. Previous years have featured braided bands and gradient-coloured designs celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.
Your Questions, Answered
What is the price of the Apple Pride Edition Sport Loop?
The Pride Edition Sport Loop is priced at $49 in the United States, approximately ₹4,500. Apple has not announced India-specific pricing.
When will the Pride Luminance watch face be available?
The Pride Luminance watch face will be available after the release of watchOS 26.5, according to Apple. The company has not announced a specific date.
What sizes is the Pride Edition Sport Loop available in?
The band is available in three sizes: 40mm, 42mm and 46mm, covering the current Apple Watch range.
What colours does the Pride Edition Sport Loop feature?
The band is woven from 11 colours of nylon yarn in a rainbow pattern, with colours blended through the weaving technique.
