Someone already mentioned it’s the best selling watch in the planet. Not to say it can’t be improved. However it seems to say they nailed their target demographic.
Everybody has their personal wish list for the Apple Watch.
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6 Features Coming to the Apple Watch Ultra 3
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Ultra is not. Apple is(at least was 2 years ago) not the leading manufacturer in the premium smart watch segment.
"would add another layer of safety for activities that are not near cellular towers."
And activities that are TOO CLOSE to cellular towers 🤣
Didn't you see the movie Fall?
And activities that are TOO CLOSE to cellular towers 🤣
Didn't you see the movie Fall?
Here is a shocker, but maybe the AUW isn't for you. I have no issue charging my watch whether I am home or out camping for several days; it has never been an issue. I want features, I know features that have battery life.
My post was not meant to be off topic it was in reference to another MR posting asking for said reference. 😊
Ultra may not be the leading model within Apple Watch, however according to copilot, as if 10/23 Apple is considered to be the leading premium smartwatch manufacturer.
Yeah, it seems pretty clear that Apple is content with providing longer battery life on the Ultra, but not at the expense of what makes an Apple Watch an Apple Watch. People that need much longer battery likely aren't ever going to get what they want from Apple.
I've never considered charging my watch to be a hassle. I have to take showers - it can charge then. It doesn't need to be on my wrist while I'm in there.
Brighter...again..? My Series 10 goes to 2000 nits max and that's enough for hikes in full sunlight, so how would 3000 nits on the Ultra 2 not be enough? Will it be made to visit the sun?
What’s the point of 5G on an Apple Watch? All it’ll do is burn battery faster so you can send your text message like 5% faster
From 9to5Mac (https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/21/apple-watch-ultra-3-three-new-features-coming-next-year/):
This third upgrade also focuses on connectivity. Whereas previous Apple Watch Ultra models have been limited to 4G LTE connectivity, Apple plans to bring 5G to the Ultra 3 this year.
This upgrade will reportedly take the form of 5G Redcap, a less power-hungry version of 5G. Redcap can’t hit the same max speeds as your iPhone’s 5G, but it will ensure your Watch doesn’t take a big battery hit either.
We just ordered a "laser" blood glucose monitor for ~$100. I would think that there are quite a few diabetics out that would jump at the chance to have a "real time" non invasive glucose monitor.
Happy with my Ultra2. Don’t see anything forcing me to an upgrade until the have a glucose monitoring feature. This is the only thing I am waiting on now.
Your source says no and mine says yes. Believe what you want.
Global Smartwatch Shipments Tracker by Model, Q4 2024
Overview: The global smartwatch market experienced a 9% year-over-year decline, primarily due to reduced shipments from major brands such as Apple and leading Indian brands. Conversely, Chinese brands like Huawei, Xiaomi, and BBK (Imoo) saw growth. Shipments in the China region increased by 29%...
www.counterpointresearch.com
What’s your source?
My AW Ultra 2 lasts for 2-3 days and has a 'flashlight' facility that makes walking in the dark OK. The red light is good on camping trips and other occasions when you don't want to mess with night vision. As for the battery, I am with you - the more the better. I briefly considered getting a Corros Vertix watch, which has a battery that lasts weeks, but I like the integration of the AW with my other devices. My experience with the Ultra 2 has been fine so far and I enjoy and use its features almost as much as my iPhone. Having to charge every 2-3 days is not a big deal, but I cannot imagine having to charge a watch every day as some of my family do with their regular Apple watches.
I was a little surprised by how much I was satsified with my Ultra 2 purchase to be honest. For me it doesn't look like it is worth upgrading to the Ultra 3, but perhaps the model after that....
What part is difficult to understand? When you add more features or have a higher screen quality it’s gonna consume more battery.
Charging the ultra is hassle during ultra endurance events. I love my AWU 1 but its annoying to have to charge my watch during the midway point of the race. Thats the only thing that makes me consider a garmin.
Apple should make Watch Ultra truly standalone, without any dependency, not requiring other device to setup and use. No, I do not want an iPhone; even for free! Free your mind and your hands! Allowing to install any application including web browsers like Safari, Firefox, Chrome, Opera, Edge, etc. Add a camera to read QR codes, etc; best if it is telescopic rotating retractable camera in the crown neck (protecting from dust and sweat, besides privacy). Then I am sold, even for 1,000 USD or more.