Returning the Ultra? [MERGED]

[usmaak]

I still have my old Apple Series 6. It has the same chip as the Series 8 and Ultra 1, so it's still good to go.

But for some strange reason, the Ultra 2 is more comfortable on my wrist than the smaller Series 6.

Especially with a nice alpine loop! 😊

 

[cateye]

Gut check: Best Buy still has a narrow selection of Ultra 1's (brand new, in box) on sale. The variety I'd be interested in is a very tempting $599. Good idea? Bad idea? Seems like a great way to save $200, but would love to hear if I'm missing something.

I already know I want an Ultra, so that's not in question. Currently have a Series 6 which still works fine, but my old man eyes are ready for a bigger screen and I spend a lot of time hiking and exploring in the back country here in Colorado; Running a hiking workout all day just destroys my 6's battery. I need more, of everything.

 

[BillGates1969]

Gut check: Best Buy still has a narrow selection of Ultra 1's (brand new, in box) on sale. The variety I'd be interested in is a very tempting $599. Good idea? Bad idea? Seems like a great way to save $200, but would love to hear if I'm missing something.

I already know I want an Ultra, so that's not in question. Currently have a Series 6 which still works fine, but my old man eyes are ready for a bigger screen and I spend a lot of time hiking and exploring in the back country here in Colorado; Running a hiking workout all day just destroys my 6's battery. I need more, of everything.

I bought an Ultra 1 in May on offer (about £50 off) and was happy with it. I did though just upgrade to an Ultra 2 and sold my U1 back to apple for £340.

Not a huge difference and if you have the extra $200 spare, just do it and get a U2. However, IMO you wont be disappointed with the U1 at all.

 

[jz0309]

Gut check: Best Buy still has a narrow selection of Ultra 1's (brand new, in box) on sale. The variety I'd be interested in is a very tempting $599. Good idea? Bad idea? Seems like a great way to save $200, but would love to hear if I'm missing something.

I already know I want an Ultra, so that's not in question. Currently have a Series 6 which still works fine, but my old man eyes are ready for a bigger screen and I spend a lot of time hiking and exploring in the back country here in Colorado; Running a hiking workout all day just destroys my 6's battery. I need more, of everything.

Ultra2 has been on sale already for $100 off, so in my book that Best Buy deal you mention is not a deal

 

[cateye]

Appreciate the responses. $200 is a decent discount, but maybe not enough. Yes, the Ultra 2 was $100 off during the holidays, but that time is over (and the Ultra 1 I'm looking at only dropped to $599 recently, so... what's the saying? "That's how they get you." )

But, I'll keep an eye on it and Ultra 2 prices for now, no need to jump immediately.

 

[Mirilobos]

Appreciate the responses. $200 is a decent discount, but maybe not enough. Yes, the Ultra 2 was $100 off during the holidays, but that time is over (and the Ultra 1 I'm looking at only dropped to $599 recently, so... what's the saying? "That's how they get you." )

But, I'll keep an eye on it and Ultra 2 prices for now, no need to jump immediately.

Costco has the best prices in all Apple Watches.

 

[the future]

I spend a lot of time hiking and exploring in the back country here in Colorado; Running a hiking workout all day just destroys my 6's battery. I need more, of everything.

If you are often in bright outside conditions, the 3000 nits of the U2 do make a difference.

 

[leebroath]

Well…. I gave the Ultra watch another chance, and still ended up feeling a slight fatigue in my wrist.

Felt ok on the first couple days, but today I felt it annoying the lower part of my arm.

Strap was tightened normally, not over tight, and I also tried my Series 8 strap but still same issue

Ultra 2 sent back and keeping my Series 8 SS wanted to love it but sadly it annoyed the hell out of my lower arm.