Apple Watch Ultra is here! First impressions and photos thread

[ArchEtech]

Here are more options:

 

[MetalMatt24]

Here are more options:

I have the UAG velcros strap like that and couldn’t get the lugs in

 

[ArchEtech]

I have the UAG velcros strap like that and couldn’t get the lugs in

It’s a tight fit. I’ve had to sand down bands with fine grit to make them a little easier to get on. Just get some 1000 grit.

 

[Johnly]

No issues here. 10mi run this morning and a few other workouts since receiving my AWU. Did you install the update? What workout were you doing? Which band did you wear?

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Oh good 👍🍺 Maybe watch fit can affect how the HR is captured.

 

[Johnly]

Post coffee snap.

 

[Phil Holland]

 

[Wackery]

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That watchface looks inadequate

 

[macsplusmacs]

Somewhere in my closet, i have the series 0 stainless steel band.

I am hoping that fits still?

 

[Phil Holland]

That watchface looks inadequate

How so? It tells time perfectly.

 

[Phil Holland]

Somewhere in my closet, i have the series 0 stainless steel band.

I am hoping that fits still?

It will.

 

[Furrr]

Hi,
All the holes around the Ultra have a mesh installed in them. But the hole above the crown, the depth gauge, has wrinkled and folded piece of mesh somehow.

Is this too with yours and is it perhaps a membrane? Or is it a defect?

Thanks!

 

[xxBlack]

Someone tried the fast charging? According to Apple it goes from 0-80 in 1h. I tried and it went from 20-80 in 1h. Should be faster. Using the original cable and a 20w brick

 

[_steel]

So which colour alpine loop does everyone like better? Green or orange?

Ultra with the orange alpine loop for me. Love it. Also picking up the green one today

 

[_steel]

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First workout with my ultra. NOT impressed with the heart rate detection during training. It took the watch 10 minutes to get a reading. Is someone having similar issues? Watch was worn tight, all sensors were clean and I have no tattoos. I hope this is a software bug that will be fixed…

The HR detection during workouts so far has been much better than my previous Apple Watches (Series 4, 5 and 6)

 

[Furrr]

double post.

 

[nospleen]

I’m loving my Ultra, but really wish there was a matte black option. I’m sure they will do so for version 2. I’m normally a Garmin user and prefer that darker look.

Otherwise, I’m very impressed!

 

[Furrr]

Hi,
All the holes around the Ultra have a mesh installed in them. But the hole above the crown, the depth gauge, looks wrinkled and folded somehow.

Is this too with yours and is it perhaps a membrane? Or is it a defect?

Thanks!
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Some more pictures:

 

[newellj]

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Whoa, I admit I'm lazy...I should look this up myself, but...what face is that? That's, ahhh, far out!

The watch is definitely top heavy, and noticeable when punching, chopping, etc.. I had to tighten the band two notches tighter than I had it for normal wear. When tightened like that it was fine.

Was your last watch an aluminum Sport of a stainless steel model? I'm thinking it would be less noticeable if you'd been wearing a SS watch, but I'm curious.

The alpine in nice but I have to focus to put it on.

I agree. It's not like it's a huge thing, but the Nike bands and loops (and obviously the non-Nike equivalents can be put on without looking or thinking at all.

I'm also wondering whether it would be easier if I were wearing the watch on my left wrist - I wear it on the right wrist. Possibly the ergos are different with the S-hook - not sure (and don't really care, tbh; just thinking out loud).

I’ve read 42mm straps do as well. Can anyone here confirm?

There are pics of the stainless bracelet which look like the bracelet was made for this watch from the start, and that's from 42mm days.

I think the Ultra is worth the price for the battery life alone. Really incredible.

I haven't tried to keep track of actual numbers (thank you!) but battery life is clearly better. I usually do a three hour workout and that really pounds the battery on the Series watches. The difference is really noticeable.

Just one issue. This is a thick watch. And because of that it gets cumbersome when checking the watch while wearing a dress shirt. Doesn't seem to be a band issue either. It's just thick and can potentially give you little room depending on your dress shirt. Just wanted to give a heads up.

Had been thinking about that, too. And it's really a height (thickness) issue more than what I'd call a size (LxW) issue.

• The Alpine Loop is great and very easy to use - I don't understand the comments about it being overly fiddly or a pain to get on and off.

I'm in that group and as an explanation of why I think it's fiddly - not as an argument, just reporting my experience - this is why I think it's a bit of a minor PITA:

1. the loops for the S-hook catch on the strap mount (there is probably a better term for that) - they're thick enough that you have to give it a fairly good tug.

2. securing the S-hook into one of the loops requires some effort and focus, at least compared to all the other Apple bands and straps. I can put on and secure the other straps and loops I've got without looking. I don't think I'm going to get to that point with the Alpine loop.

It's clearly not a crisis, just a user preference. There are lots of other choices, including the other two AWU bands that are being offered right now.

 

[newellj]

I’m loving my Ultra, but really wish there was a matte black option. I’m sure they will do so for version 2. I’m normally a Garmin user and prefer that darker look.

Otherwise, I’m very impressed!

Hey, I'm a cynic, ok, but don't you think that just maybe that's part of the plan here? Year 1: introduce AUW, but one color only. Year 2: add one some new finishes and a whole group of first year AWU owners will upgrade because they really like the new finishes?

 

[nospleen]

Hey, I'm a cynic, ok, but don't you think that just maybe that's part of the plan here? Year 1: introduce AUW, but one color only. Year 2: add one some new finishes and a whole group of first year AWU owners will upgrade because they really like the new finishes?

On a scale of 1-10, I’m going with a 20.

 

[Dammit Cubs]

I got my AWU yesterday and so far it's been good. The weight has not been a problem and while the watch is much better, i got used to it like wearing a large utility watch.

the only thing I felt strange with is that I think the font is not as crisp as my 44mm ceramic S5. There is more pixels being seen.

 

[newellj]

I ordered with the orange. But decided I much preferred the green so managed to get to the store before it closed yesterday. Think the green is a more muted affair. Easier to wear.

As an aside, I think the bands are pretty easy to use. I got smalls, and the only issues is getting it over my knuckles. But easy once done.

Did they exchange that for you (or do a return/purchase), or did you buy the new band outright?

 

[EngenZerO]

This watch is really next level. Love it. I got both the Alpine Loop (Orange) and Ocean (Yellow). Ocean band is stellar and super comfortable.

 

[newellj]

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First workout with my ultra. NOT impressed with the heart rate detection during training. It took the watch 10 minutes to get a reading. Is someone having similar issues? Watch was worn tight, all sensors were clean and I have no tattoos. I hope this is a software bug that will be fixed…

Have not seen that myself so I doubt it's a software bug. That's a really serious issue, though, so I hope it gets fixed very quickly.

 

[BaddAdvice]

Big fan of the Starlight Alpine loop.