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Apple Watch Ultra Priced at $799, Available to Order Today Ahead of September 23 Launch
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I think so, if you look at the listings of the new Ultra bands, they list compatible with 44mm, 45mm and 49mm Apple Watch sizes.
I ordered the Ultra. I always wanted a titanium apple watch, but couldn't justify the price difference. Here it is $50 more than 45mm steel, but you get a bigger screen, more battery, new design and extra features.
I remember when Apple fans used to say the same thing about Samsung phones because of their much larger screens.
Not into the case or bands. I like the brighter screen and extra button but kinda stops there. Maybe apple will do a better version next year for those that aren’t fitness nutjobs.
Good lord. A siren built in? I’d have to disable that right away.
Good lord. A siren built in? I’d have to disable that right away.
I think it is because of the band you may have selected. Many other ones are still showing 9/23.
That's the band I chose also!Fell in love with that ocean band as soon as I saw it
Cant wait for Sept 23
I ordered this and a S8 in SS and I'll see which I decide to keep
For some of the bands yeah but you can still get launch day delivery
Is it wrong to want this watch even though I will never, ever use the “extreme” features?
Nah, I ordered it and I never will use the extreme features
It's extremely large, so yes, you will use that feature if you buy it.
I like it for the more rugged design and larger screen size. I don’t dive or mt climb 🤷♂️
Really annoys me Apple Watch doesn't do this. One way is to use Cyclemeter which then syncs activity to Strava etc, but it's not ideal in the slightest. Meanwhile, my wife's Galaxy Watch 4 shows her heart rate in real time in both Strava and MapMyRide on Android.
It's the reason I gave up and went with Garmin, which allows watches to broadcast HR over both ANT+ and Bluetooth, so it's visible on my bike computer AND syncs up with Strava later.
Argh… just saw the local price in euro and the watch is just over $1000… guess this will have to wait.
I never believed that silly $1000 tag leak it was just not realistic for a smart watch with only few years lifespan specially considering they discounted edition,even ceramic
Apple Watch Ultra weighs 61.3 grams. That's almost twice as much as the aluminum Series 7 & 8. I don't understand why they are saying it's for runners. That's too heavy. It looks like Apple also discontinued the Nike+ version. They only offer the bands now as a separate purchase.
Ordered. I'm not thrilled that Oceanic+ requires a subscription to keep access to more than 12 dives. However, I expect this means there's a chance for more than one option of dive app. I would love to see MacDive expand to have a dive app too.
I understand those that aren't feeling the style of the Ultra, but I think it strikes a decent balance of form and function. Wear the watch that fits the situation.
I understand those that aren't feeling the style of the Ultra, but I think it strikes a decent balance of form and function. Wear the watch that fits the situation.
Correct. I canceled that order and went with the alpine band instead and ordered the trail band separately. Didn’t want to wait an extra month for the band. I liked both options anyways so I can swap them out as desired!
Not dissing the Garmin (they're awesome), but I do backpack and I've been using a series 4, no issues. I have a small battery pack, get up in the morning to a charged watch and it lasts all day. My one beef is on a serious climb, every time you slow down or stop for a break, the ridiculous workout algorithm decides I'm done hiking and tries to shut off the workout, which messes with tracking distance, etc. But my S4 also wasn't $1500 CAD so I'm good with it. The Ultra will be a nice upgrade to battery life and functionality.
And I would never trust my life to any piece of technology so battery life isn't actually that crucial, that's what a paper map and a good compass are for. Assume all tech will die when you need it most.