If you’re not sold on the minor upgrades of the Apple Watch Ultra 3, you might consider saving some money by opting for the Ultra 2, which is now available at a more attractive price.
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Get the Apple Watch Ultra 2 Starting at $799!
Just to recap, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is equipped with S9 and U2 chips, features the Double Tap function, Siri on-device, and boasts an ultra-bright display with a brightness of 3,000 nits (compared to 2,000 nits for its predecessor), a first for a smartwatch. The watch comes with a titanium case made from recycled materials, more so than last year, and introduces a new Ultra Modular face designed for adventurers.
Naturally, the watch fully supports watchOS 26, which is freshly available, and includes features like the Workout Buddy
function that offers a virtual coach to assist the wearer of the Apple Watch. Throughout the workout, Workout Buddy highlights significant milestones—like a split time or a personal best—and celebrates achievements in real-time. At the end of the session, the user receives an encouraging summary complete with detailed statistics, delivered through a realistic synthetic voice inspired by Fitness+ trainers designed to provide motivation and encouragement.
Like other systems, watchOS 26 introduces this brand new design featuring the Liquid Glass
effect, which offers a smoother and more immersive aesthetic to the Apple Watch. This real-time rendering utilizes light and depth to enhance on-screen content while making the visual experience more enjoyable and expressive.
The design extends across the entire OS: Smart Stack, notifications, Control Center, app navigation, and even the Photos watch face, now adorned with liquid glass numerals. The result: a more elegant interface, where photos and key information seamlessly integrate into the display.
Available in Black Titanium
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 supports blood pressure monitoring (a major new feature in the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3) and also offers significantly better battery life than the base model, allowing you, at least in my experience, to head out for a weekend without needing to bring a charger. It’s truly delightful! The Apple Watch Ultra 2 comes with 64 GB of storage (compared to 32 GB for the first generation) and is currently available at a significantly reduced price, marked down to $789.