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Apple Watch Ultra – Is it Worth Buying?

The newest Apple Watch Ultra is more durable than ever and designed for adventures and explorers. The newest Apple Watch was released by Apple on September 2022. A high-end version of Apple’s previous generation watches.

Apple says their newest Watch Ultra is the most durable and capable smartwatch to date. This watch has endured and survived the most ruthless endurance test. Isn’t the new Apple Watch Ultra great? Read the blog to find out more!

Apple Watch Ultra

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Specifications

Display: 49mm case with sapphire touchscreen glass that is 410×502 LTPO OLED

Materials: Titanium case with 3 band options

Storage: Supports 32GB of storage

Battery: Lasts up to 36 hours

Dimensions: 49 x 44 x 14.4mm and weights 61.3 grams

Connectivity: Supports Bluetooth, WIFI, ANT+, LTE, Dual frequency GNSS, and Multiband

Durability: Dust resistance with IP6X and 100 meters of water resistance

Sensors: Has a Barometer, Compass, Optical HR, Pulse OX, Altimeter, Depth Gauge, and skin and water temperature Sensors

Price: $799



The Apple Watch Ultra

Apple Watch Ultra was built for sports enthusiasts and athletes that need good battery life and more sports-specific performance from the watch. This device was made to endure the hardest times. Apple aimed to compete with more expensive fitness-focused smartwatch companies. The watch was designed for adventure, exploration, and endurance.  It is the largest Apple watch to date at 49mm which is 4mm wide from the Apple Watch Series 8 that is being sold alongside Apple Watch Ultra.

Action Button

This ultra watch with a lightweight aerospace-grade titanium body, a new major design change seen by Apple after many generations of the Apple Watch Series. Moreover, a flat crystal face that is made out of sapphire was added, a deep-grooved digital crown with a large diameter, and a side button housing, and an extra button which is called the “Action Button” by Apple were added in this watch. This button is located on the left side of the watch.

The Apple Watch Ultra is the brightest Apple watch ever created, with up to 2000 nits making it easy to see in the sunlight. The Action Button is the newest feature and it is designed in International Orange color so that it can be visible in the dark and underwater. This button is customizable so it can activate workouts, set compass waypoints, mark segments, and more.

Built-In Microphones

There are three built-in microphones in the newest Apple Watch Ultra to improve the sound quality, and a beamforming algorithm that captures the voice and removes any unnecessary background noise, so yes, the watch can be used even when it’s noisy outdoors. There is an 86-decibel siren in the watch so you can call for help when needed, plus there are 2 SOS patterns for extra security.

Casing and Battery

With the new larger 49mm casing Apple was able to add a big battery pack. It can last up to 36 hours on a single charge and with the low power optimization mode, this time can be extended for up to 60 hours this is one great battery for a smartwatch! This battery pack can allow a user to complete a long-course triathlon that includes a 112-mile bike ride, a 2.4-mile swim, and a full 26.2 marathon on a single charge.

GPS

It features dual-mode GPS that includes both the L1 and L5 frequencies. This provides the most accurate GPS for the best precise distance, route data, and pace for training or competing.

Temperature Resistance

To fight more extreme temperatures, this watch can withstand some harsh conditions. The watch can operate in conditions as cold as -4 degrees Fahrenheit or -20 degrees Celsius to as hot as 131 degrees Fahrenheit or 55 degrees Celsius. The watch is certified to a metric that is used on military equipment.

Pros and Cons of the Apple Watch Ultra

The Apple Watch Ultra is a great watch that is built for its purpose but still, some drawbacks are not liked by some people. There are some pros and cons of the this watch.



Pros:

  1. The Apple Watch Ultra has a large 49mm, extremely bright display.
  2. The watch was durably built and made to experience some harsh conditions
  3. It comes with an extra button and a dual speaker mode
  4. The unique watch has one of the best battery performances that can last for some good time on a single charge
  5. The watch comes with an integrated cell service that helps with tracking service

Cons:

  1. The Apple Watch Ultra is extremely expensive at $799, almost double that of the previous generation.
  2. The watch design is too large that may cause problems for people with smaller wrists
  3. There is no offline maps service in the watch which can have some problems for users
  4. There is a limited metric for athletes which can result in limited users.

Bottom Line

You may be nervous to buy a watch that can cost you almost $800, but once you buy the newest Apple Watch Ultra you may be able to see the reasons behind its high price. The watch was built not only in mind keeping the latest fashion trends but also added all the other aspects such as the durability of the device. The watch is powerful enough to keep you going in the most intense environments. This is one rugged device that can hold its own in the toughest conditions.

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