Apple introduced the Apple Watch Ultra during its ‘Far Out’ event on Wednesday. Contrary to previous rumors about an ‘Apple Watch Pro’ model, the company unveiled this new wearable device. According to Apple, the Apple Watch Ultra provides a battery life of up to 36 hours on a single charge, with a future update promising up to 60 hours of battery life. The device is available in a single cellular model and boasts a 49mm display housed in an aerospace-grade titanium body. Key features of the Apple Watch Ultra include dual-frequency support for GPS algorithms and an Action button that can be customized for various functions.
In terms of pricing and availability, the Apple Watch Ultra is priced at Rs. 89,900 in India and will be available for purchase in numerous countries, including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Japan, the UAE, the UK, and the US, starting from September 23. Orders for the Apple Watch Ultra can be placed starting today. The device will be priced at $799 in the US and will come with three watch bands named Alpine, Ocean, and Trail.
Moving on to specifications, the Apple Watch Ultra features a 49mm Retina display with a peak brightness of up to 2,000 nits. Its titanium body houses this display, and it also introduces a new Wayfinder watch face designed specifically for the larger sapphire crystal display. The smartwatch incorporates an Action button for enabling various features and offers improved sound quality with three microphones and an adaptive beamforming algorithm to minimize background noise. It supports dual-frequency GPS algorithms (L1 and L5), providing highly accurate GPS functionality compared to previous Apple Watch models. The Action button and crown are designed to be used with gloves.
In terms of battery life, the Apple Watch Ultra offers up to 36 hours of normal use, but there is also a low-power setting that extends the battery backup to up to 60 hours. The device is waterproof up to 100 meters and certified to EN 13319, which is a standard used for diving accessories.
Here are the detailed specifications and features of the Apple Watch Ultra:
- GPS and Connectivity:
- L1 and L5 GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou support.
- Ultra Wideband (U1 chip) for precise spatial awareness.
- LTE and UMTS connectivity for GPS + Cellular models.
- Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz and 5GHz).
- Bluetooth 5.3.
- Display:
- 49mm Always-On Retina LTPO OLED display.
- Resolution of 410 by 502 pixels.
- Display area of 1185 square millimeters.
- Up to 2000 nits brightness.
- Chip:
- S8 SiP with 64-bit dual-core processor.
- W3 Apple wireless chip.
- Sensors:
- Compass.
- Always-on altimeter.
- Blood oxygen sensor (Blood Oxygen app).
- Electrical heart sensor (ECG app).
- Third-generation optical heart sensor.
- High-g accelerometer (Up to 256 g-forces with Fall Detection and Crash Detection).
- High dynamic range gyroscope.
- Ambient light sensor.
- Water temperature sensor.
- Depth gauge (Dive ready to 40m/130 ft.).
- Water Resistance and Durability:
- Water resistance up to 100 meters (ISO standard 22810).
- Certified IP6X dust resistant.
- Tested to MIL-STD 810H for altitude, high temperature, low temperature, temperature shock, immersion, freeze/thaw, shock, and vibration.
- Audio and Communication:
- Dual speakers (40% louder than Series 8).
- Three-microphone array with beamforming and wind noise mitigation.
- Apple Pay support.
- GymKit compatibility.
- Storage and Power:
- Capacity of 32GB.
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
- Up to 36 hours of battery life.
- Up to 18 hours of battery life (LTE usage).
- USB-C magnetic fast charging cable.
- Environmental Features:
- Taptic Engine made with 100% recycled tungsten.
- Magnets made with 100% recycled rare earth elements.
- SiP made with 100% recycled tin.
- Energy efficient design.
- Responsible packaging.
- Arsenic-free display glass.
- Mercury-, BFR-, PVC-, and beryllium-free.
- Dimensions and Weight:
- Height: 49mm.
- Width: 44mm.
- Depth: 14.4mm.
- Weight (Titanium model): 61.3g.
- In the Box:
- Apple Watch Ultra.
- Band/Loop.
- Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C Cable (1m).
Please note that Emergency SOS requires a cellular or Wi-Fi connection, and the Blood Oxygen app is intended for general fitness and wellness purposes, not medical use. The availability of Ultra Wideband may vary by region.
These specifications and features are accurate as of the product launch date and testing conducted by Apple in August 2022.
