![]() However, the bigger deal here is actually the revamped compass app. There’s a new watch face called “Way Finder”, which has a built-in compass. As we’ve seen with other multi-band implementations, accuracy can range from astounding to meh. Of course, this is something I’m keen to put to the test in the coming weeks. In doing so, they’ve joined the COROS/Garmin/Huawei camp when it comes to higher GPS track accuracy. Multi-band is potentially useful in deep city environments, as well as cliffs and other satellite blocking scenarios. However, there’s no details yet on exactly what is reduced in that low-power workout mode (in other words, what sacrifices you have to make), more on that soon.Īpple Watch Ultra includes a new multi-band/dual-frequency GPS chipset, across both L1 and L5. There’s a new low-power workout mode too, which they claimed will (specifically) be able to do an Ironman event on a single Apple Watch charge. ![]() This is similar to what most action cams on the market do.Īdditionally, as part of this new speaker arrangement, there’s a new 80db emergency siren in case you need to alert people nearby (such as falling off the trail).Ĭellular is built into every Apple Watch Ultra, with 36 hours of battery life on a single charge, or up to 60 hours of battery life with a new battery setting that’ll launch later this fall. Next, they’ve added an extra speaker for louder volume, while having three concurrent mics for better audio quality (mic quality) by using those mics to do wind cancelation. This sounds similar to what we’ve seen from COROS/Garmin/Wahoo in recent years. Later in 2022, Apple will add Track Running mode, to ensure that laps are accurately recorded. You can use the action button to precisely start the run (versus the 3-second countdown), as well as change sports in a triathlon, or to mark laps. New added button, the so-called Action Button, while the digital crown has been increased, with both designed for glove usage. Here it is compared to an Apple Watch Series 8 (45mm). ![]() First up is that titanium case, with a front sapphire glass crystal (similar to most high-end watches), with a new larger 49mm display – the largest Apple Watch to date. So, let’s dive through all these things individually. This is all in addition to all the existing Apple Watch related features. – Price is $799USD, shipping on Sept 23rd – Added vehicular crash detection (also on Watch 8/Watch SE 2nd Gen) – Added new dive computer mode, along with a partnership for a dedicated dive computer app – Added revamped compass app with track back option – Added temperature sensor for improved cycle tracking (also on Watch 8) – Increased Display Brightness to 2,000 Nits – Added Low Power Workout Mode, which Apple says can handle an Ironman race (with GPS). – Increased standby battery life to 36 hours, or up to 60 hours in Low Power Mode – Cellular is built into every Apple Watch Ultra – Added an 80db alarm siren, for emergency usage/attention – Now has three microphones for wind-cancellation audio – Added an extra speaker for louder outside volume – Increased water resistance to WR100 (100m) for dive usage – Increased size of the rotating digital crown for glove usage – Added a new button, called the Action button, designed for glove usage – New titanium case with sapphire glass display I’ll walk through the watch below, but first up, a quick hit list of key differences: This is Apple’s newest product line, which carries the Apple Watch Ultra name, and is specifically designed for the endurance athlete and adventure crowd. ![]() With that, let’s dive into the Ultra model first in this post, with the Apple Watch Series 8 and SE coming in two more posts momentarily. Further, this watch has a new Low Power Mode which doubles the battery life.Īnd finally, there’s a slightly updated Apple Watch SE (now 2nd gen), that updates the internal chipsets and adds in crash detection, all while reducing the price. Plus, added crash detection for vehicular driving (it already has sports-focused crash detection). They also announced a revamped Apple Watch Series 8, which adds in a temperature sensor for improved cycle/ovulation tracking. However, that’s not the only watch Apple announced today. It’s Apple’s first go at competing with companies like Garmin and others in the endurance sports watch market. This new watch has increased battery life, an added button, larger digital crown, dual-frequency GPS, redesigned compass, night mode, dive computer mode, and plenty more. Today, Apple has announced the biggest shift to their Apple Watch product lineup since launch, by announcing the new Apple Watch Ultra, which is targeted at the endurance athlete.
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