iOS 26 Beta Reveals Apple Watch Ultra 3 Display Size

[MacRumors]

The latest iOS 26 beta includes imagery that confirms Apple's work on a new version of the Apple Watch Ultra, which is set to come out this fall. MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris found an Apple Watch image with a resolution that does not correspond to any current Apple Watch models.

The image suggests that the upcoming Apple Watch Ultra 3 could have a slightly larger display size, with a display resolution of 422 x 514. The current Apple Watch Ultra 2 has a 410 x 502 resolution.

We haven't heard rumors of an increase in casing size, but the Apple Watch Ultra 3 could be the same size as the current version with slimmed down bezels that allow for a larger display area.

Apple is expected to unveil the Apple Watch Ultra 3 in just over a month, alongside new iPhone 17 models and the Series 11 Apple Watch models.

Rumors suggest that the Ultra 3 will also feature satellite connectivity for off grid communication, a brighter display with a faster refresh rate, a new chip, and any health features that are coming such as blood pressure monitoring.

Article Link: iOS 26 Beta Reveals Apple Watch Ultra 3 Display Size

 

[jz0309]

Given that the Ultra wasn't updated last year (except the color), I think there could be some redesign, eg slightly larger...
More importantly, need new health sensor

 

[hybrid_x]

I would love to see the Ultra in a slightly smaller case size. It's ridiculously large on my wrists.

 

[Octavius8]

And same short battery and no NFC for opening door…

 

[johannnn]

would the be equal to the Series 10 display size? because contrary to what most people think, the actual display (excluding the bezels) is larger on the Series 10 than the Ultra

 

[DMG35]

Apple is totally lost in the watch market and doesn’t know what to do. Shrinking the bezels is just another way for them to claim this model as “new.”

 

[tgwaste]

It makes me so angry I can't have that watchface on my series 10.

 

[DMG35]

would the be equal to the Series 10 display size? because contrary to what most people think, the actual display (excluding the bezels) is larger on the Series 10 than the Ultra

And they increased the size of the bezels on the 10. Wanna bet that shrinking them again will be the new feature of the 11?

 

[Kissmo1980]

If there is blood pressure I am upgrading from AW2 for sure.
After 45… monitor everything 😂

 

[jz0309]

Apple is totally lost in the watch market and doesn’t know what to do. Shrinking the bezels is just another way for them to claim this model as “new.”

why don't you wait until after the announcement to make judgments?
Rumors on AW have always been sparse and false ...

 

[wdfly]

If no bloodOX I'll wait till they bring it back or my AWU2 stops working.

 

[satchmo]

Given that the Ultra wasn't updated last year (except the color), I think there could be some redesign, eg slightly larger...
More importantly, need new health sensor

I'm hoping for the opposite and there being a slightly smaller Ultra.

Perhaps 2 sizes (46mm and 51mm)?

 

[MTD's Mac]

This is interesting. It looks like just a 3% increase in screen size, if the pixel density remains the same? I mocked up a 3% increase here, if the case were to remain the same size, and the difference in bezels is barely noticeable to me.

Maybe this points to a more significant redesign? That could make sense given last year's model was identical, with just the dark finish added, but there have been no rumors about a new case. Something a little slimmer with a screen that is technically, if barely, bigger than the Series 10/11 would tempt me.

 

[CharlesShaw]

I'm just happy to see that they will continue to make the Ultra, so there'll be a replacement for my AWU1 years from now.

Makes me sad to think about the day I will hand over this trustworthy device to Apple to have its titanium recycled into something new.

 

[MasterControlProgram]

I feel very safe in promising to eat my hat if there’s blood pressure monitoring on the new AWU3.

 

[goonie4life9]

It's time to get stoked for the BIGGEST UPDATE to the Apple Watch Ultra since Apple revolutionized the wearable market with the best-in-class Apple Watch Ultra. This year, Apple is taking things to a whole new level, with a game-changing health feature. Apple can't wait to see the incredible things customers are able to do with the ALL NEW health feature. Apple thinks you're gonna love it!

 

[vantelimus]

And same short battery and no NFC for opening door…

Short battery? My Ultra 2 lasts two days. That's a day longer than my old series 6. How long do you think the battery should be able to last at the current technology level and all the function packed into the Ultra 3?

 

[Howard2k]

Very likely I'll be picking this up. Love my Ultra 1 but the battery life is degrading.

 

[McWetty]

I like the design of the AWU as is. The only thing that will get me to upgrade is more accurate sensors (or some new sensor like BP).

 

[SAIRUS]

It'll be the ultra 2 with the new chip...don't get too excited here. Some slight display tweaks.

 

[Sami13496]

People are already asking, “Does the Ultra look too big on my wrist?” I can only imagine the number of posts if Apple makes the watch even bigger.

 

[Jana_CZ]

I would love to see the Ultra in a slightly smaller case size. It's ridiculously large on my wrists.

THIS. Happy to spend my money for AWU but only once they release a smaller case version. Till then, I'm sticking with the regular AW.

 

[Adam-Jobs]

7 day battery life please.

 

[tbayrgs]

It's time to get stoked for the BIGGEST UPDATE to the Apple Watch Ultra since Apple revolutionized the wearable market with the best-in-class Apple Watch Ultra. This year, Apple is taking things to a whole new level, with a game-changing health feature. Apple can't wait to see the incredible things customers are able to do with the ALL NEW health feature. Apple thinks you're gonna love it!

Apple PR has entered the chat... 😂

 

[GioGiusi]

Give me one with a much bigger display. I'd buy it. 60mm at least.