Magnetic watchband and smart watch

Abstract

This utility model belongs to the field of wearable devices and discloses a magnetic watch strap and a smartwatch. The magnetic watch strap includes a magnetically attachable strap body, a connector, and a locking component. One end of the strap body is provided with a magnet. The connector has an opening for the strap body to pass through. The locking component is disposed on the connector. When the end of the strap body with the magnet passes through the opening of the connector and bends in the opposite direction to overlap with the strap body, the magnet attracts the strap body, and the locking component secures the strap body. This utility model achieves a first layer of fixation through the magnet attracting the strap body, and a second layer of fixation through the cooperation of the locking component with the strap body. This multi-layered fixation improves the stability of the watch in various complex environments, preventing the watch from falling off and causing damage. Furthermore, it eliminates the need to increase the magnetic force of the magnet, avoiding the possibility of the magnet pinching the wrist due to excessive magnetic force.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of wearable device technology, and more particularly to a magnetic watch strap and a smartwatch. Background Technology

[0002] As a common accessory and timekeeping tool, watches play an important role in various scenarios such as daily life, sports, and work. The watch strap, as a crucial component of a watch, directly affects the wearing experience and stability of the watch due to its fastening method and performance. Currently, Milanese watch straps are favored by many consumers for their unique design and comfortable fit.

[0003] Currently, most Milanese watch straps on the market are secured by a built-in magnet at the end, allowing for adjustable length to fit different wrist sizes. However, this method has drawbacks: in complex usage scenarios involving children, insufficient magnetism can cause the strap to come loose during play or rough play, or adults may lose or break their watches during vigorous outdoor activities. Conversely, increasing the magnetism can make the strap difficult to remove and may even pinch the user's fingers, causing unnecessary injury and significantly impacting the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a magnetic watch strap and a smartwatch that not only improves the secure wearing of the device, but also prevents the hand from being pinched due to excessive magnetic force.

[0005] The technical solution provided in this application is as follows:

[0006] On the one hand, a magnetic watch strap is provided, including:

[0007] The main body of the magnetic watch strap has a magnet at one end;

[0008] A connector having an opening through which the main body of the watch strap passes;

[0009] A locking element is provided on the connecting element;

[0010] When the end of the watch strap body with the magnet passes through the opening of the connector and bends in the opposite direction to overlap with the watch strap body, the magnet attracts the watch strap body, and the locking member fixes the watch strap body.

[0011] In some embodiments, the locking element is a magnet, which is attracted to the watch strap body to secure the watch strap body.

[0012] In some embodiments, the locking element includes a movable snap that engages the watch strap body to secure it.

[0013] In some embodiments, the latch is movably disposed between a first position and a second position of the connector;

[0014] When the buckle moves to the first position, one end of the buckle extends into the opening and abuts against the main body of the watch strap to lock the main body of the watch strap.

[0015] When the buckle moves to the second position, the buckle releases its contact with the main body of the watch strap.

[0016] In some embodiments, the buckle is provided with a first limiting part;

[0017] The connector is provided with a second limiting part at a first position and a third limiting part at a second position;

[0018] When the buckle moves to the first position, the first limiting part and the second limiting part cooperate to fix the position of the buckle;

[0019] When the buckle moves to the second position, the first limiting part and the third limiting part cooperate to fix the position of the buckle.

[0020] In some embodiments, an elastic element is also included, disposed between the buckle and the connector, the elastic element being used to hold the buckle in the first position.

[0021] In some embodiments, one end of the buckle is rotatably connected to the connector;

[0022] When the other end of the buckle rotates into the opening, it remains in contact with the main body of the watch strap; when the other end of the buckle rotates away from the opening, it releases its contact with the main body of the watch strap.

[0023] In some embodiments, the end of the buckle that abuts against the main body of the watch strap has a serrated structure.

[0024] In some embodiments, an operating part is also included, which is disposed on the connector, and the buckle is operated by pressing or pushing the operating part.

[0025] On the other hand, a smartwatch is also provided, including a watch body and a magnetic watch strap as described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the main body of the watch strap is disposed at one end of the watch body and the connector is disposed at the other end of the watch body.

[0026] The technical advantages of this application are as follows: the first layer of fixation is achieved by the magnet attracting the watch strap body, and the second layer of fixation is achieved by the locking part cooperating with the watch strap body; through multiple fixation methods, the wearing stability of the watch can be improved in various complex environments, and the watch can be prevented from falling off and causing loss; in addition, there is no need to increase the magnetic force of the magnet, thus avoiding the situation where the magnet pinches the hand due to excessive magnetic force. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments:

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a smartwatch provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the watch strap body provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the locking member retracting into the connecting member according to an embodiment of this application;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a locking member extending and fixing the main body of the watch strap according to an embodiment of this application;

[0032] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the locking member rotating out of the opening according to another embodiment of this application;

[0033] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a locking member rotating into the opening and fixing the main body of the watch strap according to another embodiment of this application.

[0034] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0035] 100. Watch strap body; 110. Magnet; 200. Connector; 210. Opening; 300. Locking element; 310. Buckle; 311. Serrated structure; 320. Operating part; 400. Watch body. Detailed Implementation

[0036] In the following description, specific details such as particular system architectures and techniques are set forth for illustrative purposes and not for limitation, in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments of this application. However, those skilled in the art will understand that this application may also be implemented in other embodiments without these specific details. In other instances, detailed descriptions of well-known systems, apparatuses, circuits, and methods have been omitted so as not to obscure the description of this application with unnecessary detail.

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the specific implementation methods of this application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings and other implementation methods can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0038] To keep the drawings concise, each drawing only schematically shows the parts relevant to this application, and they do not represent the actual structure of the product. Furthermore, for ease of understanding, in some drawings, only one of the components with the same structure or function is schematically shown, or only one is labeled. In this document, "one" not only means "only one," but can also mean "more than one."

[0039] It should also be further understood that the term “and / or” as used in this application specification and the appended claims means any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, and includes such combinations.

[0040] In this document, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linkage" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; or they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] In the embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings, the directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, and back) are relative rather than absolute when describing the structure and movement of the various components, and are not intended to limit the direction of the product during actual use.

[0042] Furthermore, in the description of this application, ordinal numbers, such as "first" and "second," are used only to distinguish related objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying the relative importance or order between related objects.

[0043] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, in one or more embodiments, this disclosure provides a magnetic watch strap, including a magnetically attachable strap body 100, a connector 200, and a locking member 300. One end of the strap body 100 is provided with a magnet 110; the connector 200 is provided with an opening 210 for the strap body 100 to pass through; the locking member 300 is disposed on the connector 200; when the end of the strap body 100 with the magnet 110 passes through the opening 210 of the connector 200 and bends in the opposite direction to overlap with the strap body 100, the magnet 110 is attracted to the strap body 100, and the locking member 300 fixes the strap body 100.

[0044] Specifically, the main body 100 of the watch strap is made of a metal material that can attract magnets. A magnet 110 is installed at one end of the main body 100 along its length, and the magnet 110 can be attracted to the main body 100. The other end of the main body 100 is used to connect to one end of the smartwatch body 400. The connector 200 is used to connect to the other end of the smartwatch body 400. The connector 200 has an opening 210, which provides a passage for the main body 100 of the watch strap. The width of the opening 210 is slightly larger than the width of the main body 100 of the watch strap, so that the main body 100 of the watch strap can pass smoothly through the opening 210.

[0045] The locking member 300 is installed on the connector 200. When the end of the watch strap body 100 with the magnet 110 passes through the opening 210 and is bent in the opposite direction to overlap with the watch strap body 100 itself, the magnet 110 at the end of the watch strap body 100 is attracted to the watch strap body 100, so as to fix the watch body 400 on the user's wrist. In addition, while the magnet 110 is attracted to the watch strap body 100, the locking member 300 can fix the connection position between the watch strap body 100 and the connector 200, that is, lock the watch strap body 100 and the connector 200 together, which plays a role in assisting to fix the watch strap body 100.

[0046] In this embodiment, the main body 100 of the watch strap is a flexible structure. After passing through the opening 210 on the connector 200, the main body 100 of the watch strap is connected by the attraction of the magnet 110, making the length adjustment of the watch strap extremely flexible. Users can adjust the length of the main body 100 of the watch strap passing through the opening 210 of the connector 200 according to their wrist size and wearing habits, thus achieving stepless adjustment. After the main body 100 of the watch strap passes through the opening 210 on the connector 200 and is fixed by the magnet 110, the main body 100 of the watch strap can also be locked together with the connector 200 by the locking member 300, which plays an auxiliary role in fixing. When the magnet 110 falls off, the locking member 300 can also provide an extra layer of protection, so that the watch strap can still maintain its wearing stability in intense sports environments, improving the wearing stability of the watch in various complex environments and preventing the watch from falling off and causing damage. In addition, there is no need to increase the magnetic force of the magnet 110, avoiding the situation where the magnet 110 pinches the hand due to excessive magnetic force. The magnetic watch strap of this embodiment is suitable not only for children but also for adults. Its stepless length adjustment and enhanced stability can meet the needs of users of different ages and wrist sizes. Whether children are playing in their daily lives or adults are engaging in outdoor sports or working, it provides a stable and reliable wearing experience, making it widely applicable.

[0047] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the locking member 300 is a magnet. The locking member 300 is located at the end of the connector 200 away from the watch body 400. After the watch strap body 100 passes through the opening 210 and is bent in the opposite direction, the locking member 300 is located between the stacked watch strap bodies 100 and is attracted to the watch strap body 100 to fix the watch strap body 100 and the connector. The user inserts the main body 100 of the watch strap through the opening 210 on the connector 200, then bends the main body 100 in the opposite direction to adjust the length of the main body 100 through the opening 210 of the connector 200. After changing the tightness of the strap, the magnet 110 at the end of the main body 100 attracts the main body 100, achieving the first layer of fixation. At the same time, the locking member 300 also attracts the main body 100 on the connector 200, achieving the second layer of fixation. The double magnetic attraction provides a stable fixation effect, ensuring that the strap will not easily loosen or fall off during wear. When it is necessary to untie the strap, simply pull it open manually perpendicular to the strap direction; the operation is simple and effortless. In addition, using a magnet as the locking member 300, the magnet's attraction process is natural and concealed. The entire strap structure is simple, without complex mechanical parts, which not only reduces production costs but also reduces maintenance problems caused by mechanical component failures.

[0048] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4As shown, the locking member 300 includes a movable buckle 310, which engages with the watch strap body 100 to secure the watch strap body 100 to the connector 200. When the watch strap body 100 passes through the opening 210 on the connector 200 and bends in the opposite direction until the magnet 110 at the end of the watch strap body 100 is attracted to the watch strap body 100, the buckle 310 can be moved to engage the watch strap body 100, thus assisting in securing the watch strap. The buckle 310 and the watch strap body 100 can generate significant friction and mechanical resistance, ensuring that the watch strap body will not loosen or slip during wear, thereby improving the safety of wearing the watch.

[0049] In some embodiments, the buckle 310 is movably disposed between a first position and a second position of the connector 200; when the buckle 310 moves to the first position, one end of the buckle 310 extends into the opening 210 and abuts against the watch strap body 100 to lock the watch strap body 100; when the buckle 310 moves to the second position, the buckle 310 releases its abutment against the watch strap body 100.

[0050] A sliding groove can be provided within the connector 200, the sliding groove communicating with the opening 210. The buckle 310 is movably disposed within the sliding groove along the length of the connector 200. Figure 4 As shown, when the buckle 310 moves to the first position, the buckle 310 is in the extended state, with one end of the buckle 310 extending into the opening 210 and abutting against the watch strap body 100, thereby locking the watch strap body 100 and fixing it in place. When it is necessary to adjust the length of the watch strap or remove the watch, simply move the buckle 310 to the second position. At this time, as shown... Figure 3 As shown, the buckle 310 is in the retracted state, and the buckle 310 can release its contact with the watch strap body 100, thereby quickly releasing the watch strap body 100. This allows the user to easily adjust the watch strap and put on or take off the watch, improving ease of use.

[0051] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, it also includes an operating part 320, which is disposed on the connector 200. The latch 310 is operated by pressing or pushing the operating part 320. The operating part 320 is located on the outside of the connector 200 for easy user operation. The operating part 320 can be a button, a protrusion, or other form of operating component, so that the user can extend or retract the latch 310 by pressing or pushing the operating part 320. For example, when the operating part 320 is a protruding structure, pushing the protruding structure extends the latch 310, and pushing the protruding structure in the opposite direction retracts the latch 310; when the operating part 320 is a button mechanism, pressing the operating part 320 extends the latch 310, and pressing the operating part 320 again retracts the latch 310.

[0052] In some embodiments, the buckle 310 is provided with a first limiting portion; the first position of the connector 200 is provided with a second limiting portion, and the second position of the connector 200 is provided with a third limiting portion; when the buckle 310 moves to the first position, the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion cooperate to fix the position of the buckle 310; when the buckle 310 moves to the second position, the first limiting portion and the third limiting portion cooperate to fix the position of the buckle 310.

[0053] By providing a first limiting part on the buckle 310 and a second and third limiting part on the connector 200, the buckle 310 is stably fixed in two different positions. When the buckle 310 moves to the first position, the first and second limiting parts cooperate, and the buckle 310 is fixed in the extended state, ensuring that the buckle 310 will not retract accidentally due to vibration, thus allowing the buckle 310 to firmly lock onto the watch strap body 100. When the buckle 310 moves to the second position, the first and third limiting parts cooperate, and the buckle 310 is fixed in the retracted state, ensuring that the buckle 310 will not pop out accidentally due to vibration, thus ensuring that the watch strap body 100 can move freely within the opening 210.

[0054] The first limiting part is adapted to the second and third limiting parts respectively. The first limiting part can be a protrusion or a groove, and the second limiting part can be a groove or a protrusion that matches the first limiting part; the third limiting part can be a groove or a protrusion that matches the first limiting part. Through the simple cooperation of the protrusion and the groove, a complex bistable function is achieved.

[0055] In some embodiments, an elastic element is also included, disposed between the buckle 310 and the connector 200, and is used to hold the buckle 310 in a first position. The design of the elastic element allows the buckle 310 to automatically remain in the first position (extended state) and secure the watch strap body 100 without external force, eliminating the need for manual adjustment by the user. When the watch strap needs to be removed, the buckle 310 can be moved, compressing the elastic element and retracting the buckle 310. The watch strap body 100 can then move freely within the opening 210. When the buckle 310 is released, it automatically pops out under the elastic force of the elastic element. The elastic element can be a spring, a sheet spring, or a torsion spring, etc.

[0056] It should be noted that the buckle 310 can not only maintain its extended state with the help of simple structures such as limiting parts and elastic elements, but can also be fixed by other locking mechanisms.

[0057] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, one end of the buckle 310 is rotatably connected to the connector 200; when the other end of the buckle 310 rotates into the opening 210, it remains in contact with the watch strap body 100; when the other end of the buckle 310 rotates away from the opening 210, it releases the contact with the watch strap body 100.

[0058] One end of the buckle 310 is rotatably connected to the connector 200. When the other end of the buckle 310 rotates into the opening 210 and abuts against the watch strap body 100, the buckle 310 applies pressure to the watch strap body 100 through its end, ensuring that the watch strap body 100 is stably fixed in the opening 210 of the connector 200, effectively preventing the watch strap body 100 from loosening due to external force or vibration during use, and improving the reliability and stability of the watch strap fixing.

[0059] When the other end of the buckle 310 rotates away from the opening 210, the contact between the buckle 310 and the watch strap body 100 is released, and the watch strap body 100 can be easily pulled out from the opening 210 of the connector 200 or its position adjusted, allowing the user to quickly and conveniently adjust the length of the watch strap or remove the watch strap, thus improving the convenience of use.

[0060] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the end of the buckle 310 that abuts against the watch strap body 100 has a serrated structure 311. The serrated structure 311 increases the friction between the buckle 310 and the watch strap body 100, allowing the buckle 310 to grip the watch strap body 100 more firmly when abutting, effectively preventing the watch strap from slipping or loosening during use. The shape of the serrations can be triangular, rectangular, or other shapes suitable for increasing friction. Correspondingly, the watch strap body 100 can be designed as a flat or slightly concave surface to better cooperate with the serrated structure 311 and further improve the grip.

[0061] This application also provides an embodiment of a smartwatch, such as... Figures 1 to 6 As shown, the watch includes a watch body 400 and a magnetic watch strap as described in any of the above embodiments. The watch strap body 100 is disposed at one end of the watch body 400, and the connector 200 is disposed at the other end of the watch body 400.

[0062] The end of the watchband body 100 without the magnet 110 is connected to the watch body 400. When wearing the smartwatch, the end of the watchband body 100 with the magnet 110 is passed through the opening 210 on the connector 200. The length of the watchband body 100 passing through the opening 210 is then adjusted to adjust the tightness of the fit, achieving stepless adjustment. After the watchband length is adjusted, the magnet 110 on the watchband body 100 attracts to the watchband body 100, fixing the length of the watchband and achieving the first layer of fixation. At the same time, the locking member 300 on the connector 200 fixes the watchband body 100 and the connector 200, providing a second layer of fixation. When the magnet 110 falls off, the locking member 300 provides an additional layer of protection, ensuring that the watchband remains secure even in intense sports environments, improving the stability of the watch in various complex environments, and preventing the watch from falling off and causing damage. Furthermore, it eliminates the need to increase the magnetic force of the magnet 110, preventing the magnet 110 from pinching the wrist due to excessive magnetic force. The magnetic watch strap of this embodiment is suitable not only for children but also for adults. Its stepless length adjustment and enhanced stability can meet the needs of users of different ages and wrist sizes. Whether children are playing in their daily lives or adults are engaging in outdoor sports or working, it provides a stable and reliable wearing experience, making it widely applicable.

[0063] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts that are not described in detail or recorded in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments.

[0064] It should be noted that the above embodiments can be freely combined as needed. The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this application. It should be pointed out that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of this application, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A magnetic watch strap, characterized in that, include: The main body of the magnetic watch strap has a magnet at one end; A connector having an opening through which the main body of the watch strap passes; A locking element is provided on the connecting element; When the end of the watch strap body with the magnet passes through the opening of the connector and bends in the opposite direction to overlap with the watch strap body, the magnet attracts the watch strap body, and the locking member fixes the watch strap body. Wherein, the locking member is a magnet, which attracts the watch strap body to fix the watch strap body; or the locking member includes a movable buckle that locks the watch strap body to fix the watch strap body.

2. A magnetic watch strap according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buckle is movable between the first and second positions of the connector; When the buckle moves to the first position, one end of the buckle extends into the opening and abuts against the main body of the watch strap to lock the main body of the watch strap. When the buckle moves to the second position, the buckle releases its contact with the main body of the watch strap.

3. A magnetic watch strap according to claim 2, characterized in that, The buckle is provided with a first limiting part; The connector is provided with a second limiting part at a first position and a third limiting part at a second position; When the buckle moves to the first position, the first limiting part and the second limiting part cooperate to fix the position of the buckle; When the buckle moves to the second position, the first limiting part and the third limiting part cooperate to fix the position of the buckle.

4. A magnetic watch strap according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes an elastic element disposed between the buckle and the connector, the elastic element being used to hold the buckle in the first position.

5. A magnetic watch strap according to claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the buckle is rotatably connected to the connector; When the other end of the buckle rotates into the opening, it remains in contact with the main body of the watch strap; when the other end of the buckle rotates away from the opening, it releases its contact with the main body of the watch strap.

6. A magnetic watch strap according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end of the buckle that abuts against the main body of the watch strap has a serrated structure.

7. A magnetic watch strap according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an operating part, which is disposed on the connector, and the buckle is operated by pressing or pushing the operating part.

8. A smartwatch, characterized in that, The watch includes a watch body and a magnetic watch strap as described in any one of claims 1-7, wherein the main body of the watch strap is disposed at one end of the watch body and the connector is disposed at the other end of the watch body.

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