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Apple Watch Series 12 or Ultra 4

If it comes with a decent watch face and the rumored "Readiness" app that requires overnight wear, I'll likely add an S12 (titanium) but keep my AWU 3 for outdoor workouts or other times when I want the extra battery life.
 
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For me it's thinking about going with AWU4 - but not convinced about black finish... Don't know what to choose. The straps are 'all' looking better with natural color.
 
bsmr said:
For me it's thinking about going with AWU4 - but not convinced about black finish... Don't know what to choose. The straps are 'all' looking better with natural color.
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There is so many good reasons to go for the AWU4 not the least of which is the up 48 hour battery life.
 
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Howard2k said:
"Worth it" is purely subjective. People who use an Ultra would typically find it "worth it". People who do not would typically find it "not worth it".


I use an Ultra and love it. I would not go back to the regular AW range.

Ultra 1 to Ultra 3. Almost certainly I'll skip Ultra 4 and wait for Ultra 5.
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Do you also buy AppleCare for it?
 
transmaster said:
There is so many good reasons to go for the AWU4 not the least of which is the up 48 hour battery life.
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The $430 trade in on my AWU3 is AMAZING.

However, I came to the conclusion that $369 + tax wasn't worth slightly better battery life (another 8-10 hours?) - all day HR, and the Siri Recall.

When I did the Apple Health study - it did 2x the HR readings and my battery significantly suffered on my AWU2 and AWU3 ( I went from 20% daily usage to 50%+ daily usage ). So I imagine the Siri Recall + All day HR is going to have a noticeable impact on battery.

Still it was VERY tempting and I'm still tempted.
 
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Hmm. I finally moved to an Ultra 2 once my S5 ceramic just couldn't keep up with long bike rides anymore. I had three ceramic watches. Friggin indestructible. Very tempted to go back to ceramic now. Other than battery life, what are the main selling points of the U4 over a ceramic S12?
 

robertpolson said:
Do you also buy AppleCare for it?
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Always, one of the benefits is priority customer support.
pesos said:
Hmm. I finally moved to an Ultra 2 once my S5 ceramic just couldn't keep up with long bike rides anymore. I had three ceramic watches. Friggin indestructible. Very tempted to go back to ceramic now. Other than battery life, what are the main selling points of the U4 over a ceramic S12?
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Here they are;

www.apple.com

Apple Watch - Compare

Compare specs for the latest Apple Watch models: Apple Watch Ultra 4, Apple Watch Series 12, and Apple Watch SE 3.
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Lost my Ultra 1 earlier this year and replaced it with an S11. Nice and light, but it just doesn’t feel nearly as nice.

Ordered the Ultra 4 with Milanese loop bracelet (still have my original Milanese from the AW0 so time to upgrade). $200 trade in for my AW11 so only $609 out the door (military discount).

Cant wait!
 
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In my mind, the big advantage of the Ultra is the longer battery life. I charge every night so the Series 12 will be fine for me. I realize there are some hiking and satellite features too on the Ultra if that makes a difference for you.
 
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Howard2k said:
No. I did for my Ultra 1, not for Ultra 3.
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I didn't bother with Apple Care for the Ultra 1 and same with the Ultra 4 I've just ordered. I've had the U1 for 4 years and not babied it at all. Climbing, gardening, gym etc. It's taken plenty of knocks and heat after 4 years you'd need a magnifying glass to spot any ware.

The only thing Im careful with is taking it on and off over tiled floors. Make sure I'm over a mat. Droped from height on wooden floors and it's been fine. Since the titanium S6 and SS version I've become used to the sapphire glass and trust its abilities. Never scratched... on any of the 4 watches. The Ultra is built like a tank. Love them!

I save the AppleCare for iPhones & Laptops.
 
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