Apple has launched Apple Watch Ultra in their recent event. It is said to be the Best Smart Watch right Now. So, let’s explore more of the Apple Watch Ultra Features and see whether this Smart Watch is worth the hype.
Among all the Apple Products launched at the Apple Sept Event, Apple Watch Ultra is the main highlight. With a Strong Titanium Case, long battery life, and high-precision GPS, Apple Watch Ultra is the most rugged Smartwatch ever. It has more amazing features with improved metrics.
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Apple Watch Ultra Features:
Apple Watch Ultra Built:
Apple used Titanium as the main material because it is corrosion free, strong, and lightweight. It has a 49mm Dial, which is the largest watch diameter so far in Apple Watches Category.
There are no color variants in Apple Watch Ultra. But, you can choose from three types of Straps.
Watch Straps:
Apple Watch Ultra has three types of specialized Straps (Trial Loop, Alpine Loop, and Ocean Band) for Endurance Training, Outside Adventures, and Water Sports.
The Trial Loop Strap is designed for Athletes. The Strap is Thin, Flexible, and Lightweight. Moreover, it is easy to make quick adjustments because of the loop closure design.
The Alpine Loop Strap is more suitable for Travellers. It has a two-textile layer for a strong and secure grip. It is also durable and lightweight.
Made of Fluoroelastomer Rubber, the Ocean Band is designed for water sports and underwater adventures. It uses Titanium Buckle & Spring Loaded loop for a Secure fit.
Apple Watch Ultra Body:
On one side of the watch, you will find the Digital Crown (a Rotating Button) with larger dimensions and gear-like groves for better grip. There is also a button beside it to access safety features like emergency calls, initiate siren, etc. The side button is raised, making it much easier to use even while wearing gloves.
On the other side, you will find a New Orange Color Action button that lets you quickly access customized features. You can store all your favorite activities for quick access. It will also activate the Siren if you press and hold it. The Siren can be heard upto 180 Mts (600 feet).
Display:
With a 49 mm Dial, you will get a bigger display so that the metrics and text are clearly visible. You can see upto six metrics on the Larger Display.
Moreover, it has an Always-On Display with 2000 nits. That makes it twice as bright as other Apple Watches so far.
You can use it in direct sunlight or 100m deep underwater.
Quality Certifications:
Apple Watch Ultra is Tested for MIL-STD 810H3, which is US Military Standard for equipment.
It is also EN13319 Certified. It is a European Standard for Diving Accessories.
The watch is also IP6X Dust & Water Resistance.
The Watch can handle extreme temperatures from -20 degrees Celsius to 55 degrees Celsius.
All these certifications make Apple Watch Ultra the most Durable Smart Watch ever made.
Night Vision:
You can activate the Night Mode by rotating the Digital Crown. It turns on the most advanced Watch Face – The Way Finder.
The display is turned Red and shows an analog watch, live compass, time till dawn, distance from your vehicle, temperature, and 5 other elements, which can be customized.
Diving Computer:
With the Oceanic+ App, you can turn your Apple Watch into a full-featured Dive Computer.
The watch is Water Resistant upto 100 m underwater.
Moreover, the Depth Guage shows all the essential metrics on the screen.
It goes as far as tracking the depth, water temperature, tides, currents, and visibility.
Extensive Battery:
The Apple Ultra Smart Watch can run upto 36 hours on Normal use. Moreover, if you turn on the low power settings, you can have a battery backup of 60 hours.
Apple Watch Ultra Features: GPS & Tracking:
With an Updated Dual Frequency GPS Antenna, Apple Watch Ultra can show accurate locations and routes using a combined algorithm of GPS & Apple Maps.
Moreover, the redesigned Compass is more accurate and offers more functionalities. You can quickly mark your location or destination using the action button.
Smart Detection Feature:
Two of the Best Apple Watch Ultra Features are the Crash Detection & Fall Detection.
During a Car Crash, the Watch will automatically detect the accident using the sensors and machine learning. Moreover, it contacts the emergency services if the user is found inactive for 10 seconds.
For a solo adventurer, this is a great companion. If the user had a fall, it detects the incident and contacts emergency services.
Moreover, it also makes noise using the Siren so that nearby people can come for help.
General Features:
Besides all those amazing features, Apple Watch Ultra also has all the basic features you will find in a Regular Smart Watch.
Heart Rate Detection:
The Electrical Heart Sensor can record your heartbeat, rhythm, and atrial fibrillation, which you can track using the ECG App. Moreover, you can see different Types of Heart Rate Zones that are automatically calculated using your Health Data. You can also personalize them.
Apple Watch Ultra can also track the Oxygen Levels in your Blood.
Temperature Tracking:
The Apple Watch Ultra has two sensors, one near the skin and the other near the outer surface of the watch. The combined algorithm of two sensors will help show accurate results.
The New Temperature Tracking helps in women’s health and tracks the cycle as well. Moreover, it also records changes in temperatures overnight.
Sleep Tracking:
Unlike other regular smartwatches, Apple’s Improved Sleep Trackers record your Sleep in three stages. By recording your Core, R.E.M, and Deep Sleep, Apple will show your complete sleep pattern.
Mic & Speakers:
Apple Watch Ultra has Dual Speakers for notifications and alarms. You can even choose from a variety of sounds for different notifications. Moreover, the Watch also has a Three Microphone Array with an Adaptive Algorithm that filters the sound from your surroundings and picks the best mic for audio.
Emergency Services:
By holding the Side Button, you can immediately contact Emergency Services. You can personalize settings for enabling and disabling the siren.
It will also send your locations and essential metrics to the Emergency contact. Moreover, your location will keep updating if you are moved to different locations.
Cellular Network:
As you cannot have a WiFi connection while traveling, Apple Watch Ultra comes with a Cellular network. You can make calls, listen to music, access Maps, use Wallet for Payments, and Access Voice Assistant Siri through the Cellular Network.
Charging:
You can charge the Apple Watch Ultra by using the Apple Magnetic Fast Charger. It is fast and comes with a USB-C Plug. The Cable is 1 m long, which is sufficient. You can also use Apple’s Magnetic Charging Dock or MagSafe Duo Charger.
Check out Types of USB.
What’s in the Box?
You will get a Titanium Case Dial, Selected Watch Strap, and Magnetic Fast Charger (USB-C).
Price & Release Date:
The Apple Watch Ultra is yet to release on 23rd Sept 2022, but you can pre-order it now. It is one of the most expensive accessories in the Apple Store, sold at $799.
Conclusion:
Overall, looking at all the Apple Watch Ultra Features, we felt like it is one of the Best Smart Watches available today. If you are a traveler, adventurer, athlete, or water sport, you will definitely find this Smart Watch beneficial.
With all the Certifications, it is sure that the watch can withstand serious environmental conditions. The Apple Watch Ultra can be expensive, but it is worth the price.
However, you can also go for other Smart Watches by Apple like Apple Watch 8 and Apple Watch SE, which have fewer features but are much cheaper.