Maybe not “fashion”, but the Yeti devotees will eat this thing up.
It really isn't that much more expensive than a cellular Apple Watch (about 50% more), plus you get a bigger screen, better battery and a pretty cool band. For the lifestyle I lead, I know it really isn't going to do anything more for me compared to existing sports Apple Watch, but it's arguably better quality, and sports better craftsmanship and durability, and I think that should account for something (even if I am going to replace it 4 years down the road).
All last night and before they went on sale this morning, their store said “not available for pickup at store” while other models said “check availability on 9/23” so figured they wouldn’t be.
The improved ANR is reason enough for me to upgrade. I use them while doing yard work and woodworking and the ANR works wonders for keeping the noise down. If the new ones have ANR that's twice as good, then I'll jump on those as soon as I can find them on sale.
No offense taken. Yeah unfortunately I know I am not in the younger active lifestyle demographic this watch targeted. I would take one if they gave it to me just for screen size (am not a small person so i already have the larger AW 7) and especially battery life. I do not also use a cellular AW either do not want another monthly bill on my 5G unlimited for me and my wife ;-). That is why I mentioned my age so folks I am not in the younger group this watch targets more LOL although I wish I still were LOL
While I am not the targeted group ( I am 72 my exercise is walking and fossil collecting outdoors as retired geologist) I would love for size and especially the battery life. But I do not use a cellular AW dont need another cellular bill on my pension budget LOLIt really isn't that much more expensive than a cellular Apple Watch (about 50% more), plus you get a bigger screen, better battery and a pretty cool band. For the lifestyle I lead, I know it really isn't going to do anything more for me compared to existing sports Apple Watch, but it's arguably better quality, and sports better craftsmanship and durability, and I think that should account for something (even if I am going to replace it 4 years down the road).
Still on the fence regarding this one, but when I do eventually feel like upgrading from my series 5, I know what my next model is going to be. If not this current iteration, then the next.
Good call. Yeah should have been more specific but that is why I mentioned my age which you correctly determined this watch was not really targeted for in most cases. Corrected that statement a bit as I was not trying to making a blanket statement for all just folks like me. Yet having said that if the watch were closer in price to my aluminum AW 7 I would be intrigued as I want that battery life. But I am not a cellular AW user either have enough of a bill with my unlimited 5G from AT&T for me and wife on our iphones. I always have phone with me since I am not running or such just walking along for my 40 minutes a day or out collecting fossils as a retired geologist and paleontologist;-) But would also love larger flatter screen.
Not in Minnesota they’re not. Nothing available.
Apple Watch Ultra orders are beginning to arrive to customers around the world. For customers who forgot to pre-order an Apple Watch Ultra or simply decided to wait, many configurations are now estimated for delivery in 3-4 weeks, but the good news is that same-day or next-day pickup is now available at select Apple Store locations.
A quick spot check of Apple's online store reveals that many Apple Watch Ultra models with the Alpine Loop or Ocean Band are available for in-store pickup today in countries such as the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., but Trail Loop models are much harder to find. In-store availability will likely deplete quickly as the day goes on.
To order a product with Apple Store pickup, add the product to your bag on Apple.com or in the Apple Store app, proceed to checkout, select the "I'll pick it up" option, enter your ZIP or postal code, choose an available Apple Store location, select a pickup date, and select a 15-minute check-in window. Payment is completed online, and a valid government-issued photo ID and the order number may be required upon pickup.
A few Apple Watch Ultra models may also be available for walk-in customers at Apple Store locations with enough inventory, but your mileage may vary. Walk-in customers may be placed into a separate queue with lower priority upon arrival to the store.
The second-generation AirPods Pro are also available for Apple Store pickup starting today.
Article Link: Apple Watch Ultra Available for Pickup Today Without Pre-Order
While I am not into fashion statements I am indifferent to the design but if they sent me one free I sure would take it with the bigger flatter screen and especially the battery life. But to each their own I always say. Now I do like my iphones to look nice however LOL and love my new 14 ProMax ;-)
I would take one for free its the cost that stops me would love longer battery life and bigger flatter screen (I am not a small guy so a bigger watch would be fine on my wrist). Hey Apple if you are reading here I would be in line for a free one to test for you LOL
I would definitely like a better battery life that gave me two days when traveling to collect fossils, or buying and selling at mineral and fossil shows. Would not have to charge every night to go two plus days. But frankly I could not upgrade AW ultra each year like I am able to do with monthly payments on my iPhone iUP plan. $800 a pop is a bit much for the budget, and of course even if there were a AW ultra iUP plan that would add a major monthly payment on my state pension LOL (I am retired geologist for Illinois Geological Survey) But maybe down the line a couple years I might save for one. And no I do not have Apple Card to use. Still paying off some other credit card debts also which will take a bit of time and I thus did not pass their credit test but thats ok do not need more debt right now need to clear what I have first LOL
You actually had to check a box that said “I solemnly swear I will live up to other people’s expectations of how I use the Ultra up to and including what can be considered extreme activities. You understand you cannot buy this watch simply because you want a larger watch with a better battery. You will no longer wipe down exercise equipment, you will flip random tables, and you will, to the best of your ability, be rad” before you could even order it.
Yeah, trade in values for recent watches dropped this time around. When I went from Series 5 to Series 6, they gave me $230 for my S5 Stainless. At current trade in values, I'll probably just give mine away to my little nephews. Maybe that's exactly what they wanted?
Honestly I love the fact you’re 72 and still loving this technology. I think it’s awesome and respect that
Glorious. Lol
