Apple Watch Ultra

2022 - 9 - 8

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Introducing Apple Watch Ultra (Apple Newsroom)

Apple today announced Apple Watch Ultra, which brings a new bold design and a wide range of features for endurance, exploration, and adventure.

Apple Watch Ultra may be used for recreational scuba diving (with a compatible third-party app from the App Store) to 40 meters, and high-speed water sports. Display glass is arsenic-free, and Apple Watch Ultra is mercury-, BFR-, PVC-, and beryllium-free. When using iOS and watchOS with the default two-factor authentication and a passcode, Health app data synced to iCloud is encrypted end-to-end, meaning that Apple does not have the key to decrypt the data and therefore cannot read it. Apple Watch Ultra is designed to minimize its impact on the environment. Apple Watch Ultra is designed for water sports, including extreme activities like kitesurfing and wakeboarding, along with recreational scuba diving to 40 meters with the new Oceanic+ app. Designed specifically for endurance athletes and runners, the Trail Loop band is the thinnest Apple Watch band to date. “With Oceanic+, Apple Watch Ultra users can enjoy a new and enriched experience during scuba activities.” Utilizing a new depth gauge, Apple Watch Ultra features a Depth app designed with an intuitive user interface. “Apple Watch Ultra is a versatile tool that empowers users to push their boundaries with adventure, endurance, and exploration.” Apple Watch Ultra is an incredible tool for endurance athletes or those who aspire to push beyond their limits. Made from aerospace-grade titanium, Apple Watch Ultra provides the perfect balance of weight, durability, and corrosion resistance. Apple Watch Ultra also brings three new bands — Trail Loop, Alpine Loop, and Ocean Band — offering unique design features that provide a secure and comfortable fit for every adventure.

Here's a first look at the Apple Watch Ultra (CNBC)

Apple announced two new Apple Watches on Wednesday. · It's made out of titanium, costs $799 and is built for extreme athletes, with twice the water resistance of ...

Apple says the 60-hour option is "coming soon." Apple designed the Ultra to be more rugged so it can withstand the elements better if you take it to the mountains or deep under water. It's orange, which definitely stands out, but can be customized to launch an app when you tap it. It's twice as bright as before, so it's even easier to see outside. There's a larger crown, too, so it's easier to use while you're wearing gloves if you're diving or in the snow. It's made out of titanium.

Apple Watch Ultra hands-on: Big screen, big battery, big price (Tom's Guide)

The Apple Watch Ultra caters to the adventure-minded with a 49-millimeter display, durable design and a collection of outdoor sports features.

Apple is working with Huish Outdoors to turn the Apple Watch Ultra into an on-wrist diving computer. I've been known to dabble in outdoor sports for testing devices like the Apple Watch Ultra. A final thing I had no way of testing (and probably never will, truthfully) is the Apple Watch Ultra diving features. On the left side of the Apple Watch Ultra is an added action button, which can be programmed as a quick-launch for an assigned purpose. So the Apple Watch Ultra's 36-hour rated battery life sounds pretty spectacular. The Apple Watch Ultra costs $799 (AU$1,299). The Trail Loop, meanwhile, is the thinnest Apple Watch band yet, promising increased elasticity and a handy tab for making quick-fit adjustments without taking off the watch. The display is supposedly two times brighter than any Apple Watch display before, which isn't something I could gauge on the spot but will be interesting to see in direct sunlight. In addition to an especially durable design, the Apple Watch Ultra offers an additional action button, more substantial digital crown, a safety siren and a special selection of watch bands. But if you want know how it compares to the regular Apple Watch, this Apple Watch Ultra hands-on goes over the key differences. [Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro](https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-watch-5-pro) for this reason. In other words, cellular connectivity isn't optional the way it is for the Apple Watch 8, which starts at $399 (AU$649) for the GPS-only version.

Apple Watch Ultra is compatible with 45mm Watch bands (GSMArena.com)

It's already available for purchase with its straps through Apple's official website.

With a case size of 49mm, the Apple Watch Ultra is the biggest smartwatch yet from the Cupertino-based tech giant. But that doesn't mean the three bands mentioned above can't be used with some older Apple Watches since Apple says they are also compatible with Apple Watches of 44mm and 45mm case sizes. Alongside these, Apple also announced new straps for the Ultra model - Trail Loop, Alpine Loop, and Ocean Band.

Apple Watch Ultra: 10 New and Noteworthy Features (Mac Rumors)

Apple on Wednesday unveiled the new Apple Watch Ultra, a larger, more advanced smartwatch aimed at athletes, explorers, and swimmers. The Apple Watch...

When underwater, the Apple Watch Ultra automatically opens the Depth app, making it quick and easy to get critical information without needing to open it manually. [watchOS 9](https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/watchos-9/), the Compass has been redesigned for Apple Watch Ultra and now has three different views. The Apple Watch Ultra will begin shipping to customers on Friday, September 23. Apple Watch Ultra uses a precision dual-frequency GPS that integrates both L1 and the latest frequency, L5. iPhones can get so hot or so cold that they can become non-functional, but the Apple Watch Ultra is very unlikely to, even in the harshest of climes. Apple on Wednesday unveiled the new Apple Watch Ultra, a larger, more advanced smartwatch aimed at athletes, explorers, and swimmers.

Apple Watch Ultra Hands-On: Gigantic Watch With a Totally New ... (CNET)

I wore the brand-new, very big Apple Watch Ultra on my wrist. This is what I observed.

There are some new apps for the Ultra: A new Oceanic Plus diving app is specifically made for the Watch Ultra that looks at tides and water temperature; it also records dive depths and metrics. The extra cost, however, means it won't be a watch most people opt for. The new Compass app's unique Ultra ability to save waypoints and show walk-back directions without a cellular signal, using only GPS, could be one of the Ultra's biggest draws. The Ultra's biggest new feature, a significantly larger battery, is something the Apple Watch hasn't had since it debuted. Apple used to only launch one watch a year, but the Apple Watch SE introduced a more affordable model to the mix. Who is the Ultra for? Last year, an expected watch redesign never materialized, although Apple did increase the watch screen size. Also, it's by far the biggest Apple Watch of the lineup. The Apple Watch Ultra goes in the opposite direction: It's more expensive, but unlike previous fashion-driven Edition watches, the Ultra is aiming for function... The new design pushes its crown and side button into an extended side part that, alongside the new watch's bigger case and curved-with-flat-display contours, make it seem more James Cameron than any previous Apple Watch. [Apple Watch Series 8](/tech/mobile/apple-watch-8-hands-on-that-temperature-sensor-is-a-big-upgrade/) at [Apple's "Far Out" product event](/tech/mobile/from-iphone-14-to-apple-watch-8-everything-apple-revealed-at-far-out/), may be the biggest change we've seen to Apple's watch line-up in years. 23, a week after the Watch Series 8.

Apple Watch Ultra: price, specs, release date (The Verge)

Alongside the Series 8, Apple announced the Apple Watch Ultra at its "Far Out" event. The Ultra is a rugged watch aimed at outdoor athletes and now sits ...

The Apple Watch Ultra marks a new chapter in Apple’s smartwatch journey. They cater to different environments and are meant to endure “long runs, hard falls, and rippling currents.” The Trail loop is designed for runners and is made of a lightweight textile with a tab to help adjust fit easily. It’s also certified to EN 13319 for scuba divers, with a diving depth of up to 40m. There’s a new button guard on the side, with a 49mm titanium case, redesigned digital crown, and a new Action button. It also has an extended battery life of 60 hours when using a new low-power setting. [over a year of rumors](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-03-26/apple-considers-launching-rugged-watch-for-extreme-sports), Apple has finally announced the Apple Watch Ultra — a rugged, premium smartwatch that now sits atop Apple’s smartwatch lineup.

Pornhub traffic took a hit with Apple Watch Ultra reveal at iPhone 14 ... (Mashable)

Apple Watch Ultra and AirPods announcements made both iPhone and Android users click away from Pornhub on Wednesday.

[Apple Watches](https://mashable.com/article/apple-watch-ultra-series-8-vs-series-7-prices) and [AirPods Pro 2](https://mashable.com/article/apple-airpods-pro-2-announced). [Pornhub has been tracking Apple events](https://www.pornhub.com/insights/apple-event-september-2022) for years to see how its traffic fares. With the introduction of the latest gadgets, both iPhone and Android users felt compelled to leave the porn site to see what was up.

Apple Watch Ultra Hands-On: Everything You Need to Know (CNET)

Apple's watch lineup has been slowly expanding, much like the iPhone line did. Apple used to only launch one watch a year, but the Apple Watch SE introduced a ...

There are some new apps for the Ultra: A new Oceanic Plus diving app is specifically made for the Watch Ultra that looks at tides and water temperature; it also records dive depths and metrics. The extra cost, however, means it won't be a watch most people opt for. The new Compass app's unique Ultra ability to save waypoints and show walk-back directions without a cellular signal, using only GPS, could be one of the Ultra's biggest draws. The Ultra's biggest new feature, a significantly larger battery, is something the Apple Watch hasn't had since it debuted. Apple used to only launch one watch a year, but the Apple Watch SE introduced a more affordable model to the mix. Who is the Ultra for? Last year, an expected watch redesign never materialized, although Apple did increase the watch screen size. Also, it's by far the biggest Apple Watch of the lineup. The Apple Watch Ultra goes in the opposite direction: It's more expensive, but unlike previous fashion-driven Edition watches, the Ultra is aiming for function... The new design pushes its crown and side button into an extended side part that, alongside the new watch's bigger case and curved-with-flat-display contours, make it seem more James Cameron than any previous Apple Watch. [Apple Watch Series 8](/tech/mobile/apple-watch-8-hands-on-we-take-a-look-at-all-those-new-sensors/) at [Apple's "Far Out" product event](/tech/mobile/from-iphone-14-to-apple-watch-8-everything-apple-revealed-at-far-out/), may be the biggest change we've seen to Apple's watch line-up in years. 23, a week after the Watch Series 8.

Apple Watch 8 vs. Apple Watch Ultra: Specs, battery life, features ... (Tom's Guide)

Here's how the Apple Watch 8 vs. Apple Watch Ultra are different in terms of specs, battery life, features, design and price.

The Apple Watch 8 vs. Apple Watch Ultra features. With that said, the Apple Watch 8 will be the better smartwatch for most people. The Apple Watch Ultra lasts 36 hours with normal use, doubling the 18-hour estimate of the Apple Watch Series 8. We'll start with what's not different between the Apple Watch 8 vs. [Apple Watch 8 vs. Most notably, the Apple Watch Ultra has a titanium 49mm case — it's the largest-ever Apple Watch. Price is one of the foremost differences between the Apple Watch 8 vs. The Apple Watch Ultra costs $799, only coming in one configuration with Cellular support. The Apple Watch Series 8 starts at $399, as many of the Apple Watch Ultra comparison stacks up. Apple Watch Ultra differences are rather significant.

Hands-on with the Apple Watch Ultra: It's not too big. (Mashable)

While I cannot say whether the Ultra will comfortably fit every wrist, I can assure you Apple's new wearable is just the right size.

Of course, if you're intent on buying the Apple Watch Ultra for its aesthetics alone, you'd do well to try it out on your own wrist before you buy. With a display that's slightly recessed into the case (instead of being curved down into it like the regular Watch), the Apple Watch Ultra feels like it could take a lot more punishment. [Garmin](https://www.garmin.com/en-US/) and [Polar](https://www.polar.com/en). Handling the regular Watch's gentle crown while running or doing an intense workout can be a daunting task. I'm far from an "extreme" athlete, but I do my bit of outdoor workouts and swims, and I need a smartwatch that can withstand bumping into something, with large, legible letters on the display. It has to have a big display, a long-lasting battery, as well as a larger crown and button (that you can operate with gloves on) to be useful.

Apple Watch Ultra Can Check the Water Temperature As You Dive ... (Mac Rumors)

The new Apple Watch Ultra features the ability to measure the temperature of the water as you're diving, swimming, and doing a range of other...

Apple also introduced the new Apple Watch Series 8 models, a revamped version of the Apple Watch SE, the Apple Watch Ultra, and the AirPods Pro 2. The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max offer the "Dynamic Island" thanks to a redesigned TrueDepth camera array that takes... Apple yesterday unveiled its all-new Apple Watch Ultra, which the company says is "inspired by explorers and athletes" and "a versatile tool that empowers users to push their boundaries with adventure, endurance, and exploration." Apple can also replace the battery in an Apple Watch Ultra for a $99 fee, regardless of whether the customer has AppleCare+ coverage. The Apple Watch Ultra shares the same features as the new Apple Watch Series 8, but there is a whole lot more to the watch than meets the eye. This fee applies to an Apple Watch Ultra with damage to the titanium case, display, buttons, sensors, or other components. Apple Watch Ultra repairs cost $499 without an AppleCare+ plan in the United States, according to Apple's website. The Apple Watch Ultra features an all-new design that's more rugged with advanced features for athletes,... Apple Watch Ultra will launch in stores and begin arriving to customers on September 23. The all-new Apple Watch Ultra unveiled today is available to pre-order starting today in the U.S., Canada, Australia, France, Germany, India, Japan, the U.K., and more than 40 other countries and regions around the world, with pricing set at $799. The Apple Watch Ultra will begin shipping to customers on Friday, September 23. The new Apple Watch Ultra is also the most water-friendly Apple Watch, featuring EN 13319 certification, the international standard for diving accessories such as depth gauges relied on by professional divers.

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