The only color choice for the Ultra 2 is still natural titanium.
The orange Action button is still present, too, along with the orange ring around the digital crown.
Even underneath the watch, no markings indicate its the Ultra 2that information is only found in software configs.
For this review, I picked the newAlpine Loop, which Apple states is a carbon-neutral band.
So I would recommend the rubberOcean Bandfor running, swimming, or use during a shower.
Whats Actually New With the Ultra 2?
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Here are the brand new features of the Ultra 2, compared to the original model.
That combined list of new specs is more impressive in theory than in reality.
A few notes about the new features that I did experience as a year-over-year upgrader.
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The improved brightness was surprisingly less impactful than I imagined it would be.
The Apple Watch software has been tuned pretty well to never feel slow.
The processing power will switch on the double-tap gesture, but that has not been released yet.
Battery life is listed at the same 36 hours the original Ultra had.
Amazing battery life is a major factor keeping me using an Ultra model.
Running With an Ultra 2
My fitness activity of choice is running.
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Ive put over 1,000 miles on the original Apple Watch Ultra this past year.
I streamed Apple Music playlists while out on the road.
I listened to podcasts using theOvercast appwhile running.
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I used the default Workouts app to track my runs.
The watch hardware handled all those things without an issue.
It packs a lot of information onto the big screen.
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The Modular Ultra watch face has been great, but its not unique to the Ultra 2.
First-generation owners get it, too.
One more reason why upgrading almost certainly isnt worth the cost.
Ultimately, watchOS 10 has worked fine on the Ultra 2.
Price and Availability
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 isavailable now for $799.
All models have cellular connectivity, 64GB of storage, and a titanium frame.
The choice comes down to picking one of three default Ultra 2 bands.
Should You Buy the Apple Watch Ultra 2?
TheApple Watch Ultra 2is the smartwatch to buy for adventurous iPhone owners.
If the large 49mm size doesnt scare you awaywhich it shouldntthen this is the only smartwatch to consider.
The Apple Watch Ultra seemed to be extremely popular.
I saw people wearing them all the time.
The Ultra 2 isn’t for incessant upgraders but is a great choice for newcomers.
