Thanks for your suggestions for improvements to the Ultra. I wanted one and still do. But, like your wife, the case is just too big for my wrists. Plus I would love the extended range and battery life. Apple really needs to correct this. Great video!
I got my Apple Watch Ultra at launch. Zero precautions taken and I’ve scraped it against walls, brick, and even metal railing many times. Zero scratches on the screen (even under sunlight), a few fine scratches on the bezel and case that you can only see in light when there was heavy impact. No case deformation. Extremely durable! My old Apple Watches were always dinged up and super scratched with deep gouges by a year, as is my iPhone screen.
I came from an se gen 1. Just upgraded to the ultra 2. Good to know your in construction and didn’t have issues with durability. I’m in construction and this was the main reason I got the ultra 2. Was contemplating on a screen protector that also protects the bezel. Good to know I should be ok!
My Ultra is scratch free and still has 100% battery life after getting it at launch. I love it, will definitely be getting the 3rd generation version when it drops.
@@thadlogan51 Fenix is a fitness tracker with the most basic smart watch features, you're legitimately r-word if you think it beats an AW on features, and it's even more expensive.
My whole life I have hated wearing watches.Until I got my first Apple Watch 7 45mm and ever since I’ve worn one everyday since.Just upgraded to the Ultra 2 49mm and wow I absolutely love it!I!!
8:26 Your scratched metal watch bands can relatively easily be returned to mint condition, usually in 5 minutes or so by hand only. Look for a set of three or four small, flexible, graded abrasive pads specifically made to remove scratches and return an original brushed finish to stainless steel. One set can last you many years! eg: search the usual places for the phrase: Stainless Steel Polishing Pads for a Brushed Finish on Watch Cases and Bracelets
Love the orange button for the flashlight - so many times I just need to select a door key from my keychain and see the lock from my darkened house or car door - and there it is, on my wrist of all places. I use it a ton.
I too absolutely LOVE my Ultra! I use the programmable button to trigger a 45-second timer between sets at the gym. It's a very simple use, but I find it surprisingly helpful.
I got an ultra a few months ago because my older Apple Watch ran out of battery. First. I am old. The size of the screen is fantastic for me. I really have no use for the action button and turned it off because I frequently press it by accident. Like you I, even though I also have the latest regular Apple Watch I end up wearing this even when I go out. Thanks for the review. I love my ultra.
Who said you shouldn’t swim in salt water with AWU? Don’t listen to these people lmao… Apple literally advertises this thing to be great surfing / diving companion, which happens most often in salt water. They even have an OCEAN BAND, not a lake / river band.
i had it (bought it at launch) but i returned it exactly because of the negatives you just mentioned. the lack of a proper titaniumband and the bulk especially while sleep tracking. it is like a brick if you are sleeping. the ultra with the titanium band looks insanely good on your wrist sir!
I’m curious if the cellular connectivity is at least as good as the iPhone. What I’m asking is if you were to replace your phone with this watch would the cell service be sub par compared to the iPhone ?
After nearly 6 years of having Android phones, I switched back to Apple with 14 PM and AWU back in April. I sleep with my AWU every night, except when I was in the hospital by in May.
Another good video and review but I take exception to you listing the action button as a negative. I don't see how this is a negative just because you don't use it. It could just as easily been a positive.
Pretty much agree with all the points. I think the size/weight is the biggest issue I have. It is def the max size a watch could look good on my wrist and it can get uncomfortable from time to time based on what band I am wearing. On the flip side having it be able to power through runs without my phone and still have battery life left over trumps everything else.
I bought an apple watch ultra 2 and i am a regular swimmer, i would like to ask what is the long term impact on swimming with apple watch ultra? Previously i had two SE watch that show issues like battery draining and watchOS cant reboot after regular swimming. Thanks in advance!
After switching from Garmin to Apple due to the resilience promised by the Apple Watch Ultra, I encountered a disappointing issue with the heart rate sensor malfunctioning just a few months post the expiration of its standard warranty. This problem is particularly concerning given the watch's marketing as a durable device for intensive outdoor activities. I had anticipated that the Apple Watch Ultra would offer unmatched reliability for my needs, and this experience has led me to reassess my expectations from Apple. I am now reaching out to Apple Support in hopes of finding a resolution to this issue, despite the warranty period having ended, expecting that the quality and customer service associated with Apple will provide a satisfactory resolution.
Bought it in January. it’s been a great experience & watch. Very durable & love the battery. I get 2-3 days w/ good use. My wife gets 1 day on her Series 7
Disagree unfortunately about 2 items: - action button super useful for cycling , just hit it and ride, capture the commute - on exercise app, WorkOutDoors it can become a lap button during exercise - about width/weight - yes heavier - but because it’s wider - it’s pressure per surface area is lower than a usual Apple Watch, and hence much easier to wear during sleep
Apple Watch Ultra is currently the best smart watch on the market right now. I got the GWC6 for my S23U and even that doesn’t touch it. I have a Garmin Fenix 6 Solar, however it doesn’t do half the stuff my Apple Watch can do outside of fitness.
Hello All… I got my Ultra for Christmas 🎄…and…I enjoy very much…be it i a Invicta watch guy…I love the size…I even wish it was a bit bigger…say…52mm…which could have a even larger size battery in it…I also would bands…that were as wide as the watch…again…like Invicta’s watch bands…other than that…no complaints 😃
Good things - I agree with 2, 3, 5, 6 for the positives. I agree with 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 for the negatives. Still hoping for the day we don’t need the charger to update. I personally would say look at the use case unless you are buying it just as a watch.
for those of you having trouble with comfort using it for sleep tracking, try wearing the watch on the inside of your wrist (on the spot people usually slash their wrists to kill themselves in movies). It totally fixed the comfort issue for me and I use it for sleep tracking every night without issue
Found the watch at the 0:05 mark. It comes with huge hole in the back where the HR sensor is. It is hilarious that people list that as a minor issue and still want to see it for $499.
I am using the watch ultra for 5 months and did not face much issue except battery drains too much when network is on , on wifi it stays for long time.
I can see why a smaller guy would want it thinner. For me, it's perfect. I love the thickness. I wear the Ultra when sleeping, and it's super comfortable.
I love mine. I used to worry about scratching my steal watch. This one no worries - I turned off the Action button after a day as kept accidentally pressing it. Otherwise it is perfect for me.😊
As much as I would like to upgrade to the ultra from a series 7 because it’s been catching my eye as of lately, I think I’d be better off saving those few hundred bucks towards this year’s new iPhone since i have the xs max
I’ve had Apple Watch for a good few years now and really enjoyed it, decided to buy the ultra earlier this year and I’m surprised by how much I love it, I was worried about size and weight, first time I tried on on, I realised it felt way better than I imagined, works great for me You guys continually put out fabulous content by the way, really enjoy the channel
Loving my series 8 but wish I would’ve gotten the ultra. That extra battery life is worth it for me since I sometimes work 10 plus hour days or doubles. My series 8 doesn’t make it past 12 hours for me
How is your battery life on this watch after upgrading to watch os 10? My battery is draining fast since I did. I get slightly over one day of battery life.
I agree w all points except size. I have small wrists but thought smaller watches' screens seemed too small to be practical. This size is useful and don't see it as a watch but as tech on my wrist which makes size a plus.
Why are people always trying to fine fault with this watch, leave it alone its perfect. I don't have to charge it for days . I use the action button for my walk during the day, my bike ride, exercising checking my health i take full advantage of all peaks off the watch. I even sleep at night with it . I find NO👎🏾👎🏾👎🏾👎🏾with my watch ....perfect 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Titanium is a relatively soft metal, while stainless steel is harder. Stainless steel’s Brinell hardness is typically in the range of 180-400, while titanium’s is in the range of 100-200
Do they really say you shouldn’t use it in salt water? When it came out they touted its dive computer capabilities didn’t they? It’s def survived salt water fine for me so far if anybody wants to know :)
Of course you can definitely use it in salt water. Just make sure to rinse it with fresh water to reduce the risk of corrosion or degradation of seals etc in the long term.
Ive been using Apple Watch ultra since its release and honestly it’s been a blast. Until like 2 weeks ago when it started to completely overestimate my flights climbed to the point that just a simple stroll on flat surface would result in 100 flights climbed. It is so annoying because such discrepancy definitely impacts other health data. Other than that as a fitness freak battery life is decent (2 days of use) and in general the watch meets my expectations. If only it counted those flights better…
I bought my Apple Watch Ultra back in January as a used like new model from Best Buy for about $600. I was worried about the size but I got use to it fairly quickly and love it now. Battery health is at 100%, no scratches or dings, it looks perfect. My only gripe is the battery life I’m getting isn’t as good as others I’ve seen where they’re getting up to 3 days on a single charge. Best I can get is barely more than 2 days and sometimes not even that. I’m not a heavy user. The main things I use my watch for is to check my blood sugar readings but it’s linked to my calendar app and shows up on my watch face and I use Apple Pay, that’s really about it. I can’t really see what apps are draining the battery so not sure how to fix it.
I’d check background refreshes, as well as making sure your phone has a good signal. If all of the normal drains have been checked try repairing your watch with your phone.
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Thanks for your suggestions for improvements to the Ultra. I wanted one and still do. But, like your wife, the case is just too big for my wrists. Plus I would love the extended range and battery life. Apple really needs to correct this. Great video!
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Where have you bought your metal watch band? Please share the link 🙏😃
I got my Apple Watch Ultra at launch. Zero precautions taken and I’ve scraped it against walls, brick, and even metal railing many times. Zero scratches on the screen (even under sunlight), a few fine scratches on the bezel and case that you can only see in light when there was heavy impact. No case deformation. Extremely durable! My old Apple Watches were always dinged up and super scratched with deep gouges by a year, as is my iPhone screen.
Same here, honestly if they made an iPhone Ultra that had similar durability it'd be a must for me.
That’s why you use screen protectors
I would totally pay more for iPhone an ultra with the same glass as the Apple Watch ultra.
haven't you thought about, hummm, being careful with your stuff?
for those tiny scratches on the bezel - i use a scotch brite to polist them off :D
Is there a link for the titanium band that he is wearing?
I came from an se gen 1. Just upgraded to the ultra 2. Good to know your in construction and didn’t have issues with durability. I’m in construction and this was the main reason I got the ultra 2. Was contemplating on a screen protector that also protects the bezel. Good to know I should be ok!
I use the action button as a translator but if you hook it up to shortcuts you can link it to any app. I like it and Ty for the videos! 😊
2:00 Who says you shouldn’t use it in salt water? It’s specifically built to also work as a salt water dive computer
My Ultra is scratch free and still has 100% battery life after getting it at launch. I love it, will definitely be getting the 3rd generation version when it drops.
Battery life is a joke...2.5 days max lol. Garmin Fenix and epic can do more than this watch and battery lasts for months not days...
Is there any wear on the glossy part surrounding the screen? I have too
@@thadlogan51 Fenix is a fitness tracker with the most basic smart watch features, you're legitimately r-word if you think it beats an AW on features, and it's even more expensive.
My whole life I have hated wearing watches.Until I got my first Apple Watch 7 45mm and ever since I’ve worn one everyday since.Just upgraded to the Ultra 2 49mm and wow I absolutely love it!I!!
8:26 Your scratched metal watch bands can relatively easily be returned to mint condition, usually in 5 minutes or so by hand only. Look for a set of three or four small, flexible, graded abrasive pads specifically made to remove scratches and return an original brushed finish to stainless steel. One set can last you many years! eg: search the usual places for the phrase: Stainless Steel Polishing Pads for a Brushed Finish on Watch Cases and Bracelets
Love the orange button for the flashlight - so many times I just need to select a door key from my keychain and see the lock from my darkened house or car door - and there it is, on my wrist of all places. I use it a ton.
Shortcuts turn the action button into the killer feature. I’ve got mine set up to lock/unlock/start/find my car. Ford has an API for it.
I too absolutely LOVE my Ultra! I use the programmable button to trigger a 45-second timer between sets at the gym. It's a very simple use, but I find it surprisingly helpful.
Good suggestion!
Is it a shortcut?
@@roccom.3924 Yes, it’s a shortcut.
I got an ultra a few months ago because my older Apple Watch ran out of battery. First. I am old. The size of the screen is fantastic for me. I really have no use for the action button and turned it off because I frequently press it by accident. Like you I, even though I also have the latest regular Apple Watch I end up wearing this even when I go out. Thanks for the review. I love my ultra.
I use the action button for the stopwatch
How’s the battery health now? It’s 8 months from when ya last posted about it. Great review too!
Which band did you buy on Amazon?
Who said you shouldn’t swim in salt water with AWU? Don’t listen to these people lmao… Apple literally advertises this thing to be great surfing / diving companion, which happens most often in salt water. They even have an OCEAN BAND, not a lake / river band.
Just wondering, is it necessary to use screen protector for the ultra?
No
After days of research, you helped me come to a decision. Thanks m8
Max. Can you put link of that bracelet “titanium” the $35
ff
i had it (bought it at launch) but i returned it exactly because of the negatives you just mentioned. the lack of a proper titaniumband and the bulk especially while sleep tracking. it is like a brick if you are sleeping.
the ultra with the titanium band looks insanely good on your wrist sir!
I’m curious if the cellular connectivity is at least as good as the iPhone. What I’m asking is if you were to replace your phone with this watch would the cell service be sub par compared to the iPhone ?
What black band is that?
After nearly 6 years of having Android phones, I switched back to Apple with 14 PM and AWU back in April. I sleep with my AWU every night, except when I was in the hospital by in May.
no one asked that you were in the hospital
I have small wrists and was skeptical for only that reason, but I got it anyway and it’s perfect.
what size is your wrist?
Another good video and review but I take exception to you listing the action button as a negative. I don't see how this is a negative just because you don't use it. It could just as easily been a positive.
Where did you get the watch band you were wearing in the video? The metal looking one.
Nice video. Very informative...by the way...what band is that? (The black one)
It’s a Nomad Sport Band
Upgrading from the series 3 Nike… can’t wait to see if it’s worth it and the big changes 😊this is my forever watch lol.
Do you have a link to that titanium band?
Pretty much agree with all the points. I think the size/weight is the biggest issue I have. It is def the max size a watch could look good on my wrist and it can get uncomfortable from time to time based on what band I am wearing. On the flip side having it be able to power through runs without my phone and still have battery life left over trumps everything else.
Where can I get that strap looks amazing
I bought an apple watch ultra 2 and i am a regular swimmer, i would like to ask what is the long term impact on swimming with apple watch ultra?
Previously i had two SE watch that show issues like battery draining and watchOS cant reboot after regular swimming.
Thanks in advance!
where did you get the band ?
What size is your wrist?
Do you have an Amazon link for that watch band?
After switching from Garmin to Apple due to the resilience promised by the Apple Watch Ultra, I encountered a disappointing issue with the heart rate sensor malfunctioning just a few months post the expiration of its standard warranty. This problem is particularly concerning given the watch's marketing as a durable device for intensive outdoor activities. I had anticipated that the Apple Watch Ultra would offer unmatched reliability for my needs, and this experience has led me to reassess my expectations from Apple. I am now reaching out to Apple Support in hopes of finding a resolution to this issue, despite the warranty period having ended, expecting that the quality and customer service associated with Apple will provide a satisfactory resolution.
Great video, Max!
Thanks man! Hope your doing well! I still have the knife you sent me :)
Bought it in January. it’s been a great experience & watch. Very durable & love the battery. I get 2-3 days w/ good use. My wife gets 1 day on her Series 7
Is there any wear on the glossy part surrounding the screen? I have too.
Great video 👍
Where did you buy the bracelet ? 😊
Great just ordered the newer one..
Disagree unfortunately about 2 items:
- action button super useful for cycling , just hit it and ride, capture the commute
- on exercise app, WorkOutDoors it can become a lap button during exercise
- about width/weight - yes heavier - but because it’s wider - it’s pressure per surface area is lower than a usual Apple Watch, and hence much easier to wear during sleep
Simple fix for your watch band, purchase a ceramic watch band as it's 100% scratch resistant & looks really nice!
Hi, thanks for the video. Can you let me know from where you ordered your titanium band? Thanks!
What Titanium band is that? It looks good.
Can we have the strap link please or the strap brand name
Thank you so much 😊
Apple Watch Ultra is currently the best smart watch on the market right now. I got the GWC6 for my S23U and even that doesn’t touch it. I have a Garmin Fenix 6 Solar, however it doesn’t do half the stuff my Apple Watch can do outside of fitness.
the action button is for diving where screen don't works. Or when you need to wear gloves and again not able to use the screen well.
where can i get the titanium band?
Hello All…
I got my Ultra for Christmas 🎄…and…I enjoy very much…be it i a Invicta watch guy…I love the size…I even wish it was a bit bigger…say…52mm…which could have a even larger size battery in it…I also would bands…that were as wide as the watch…again…like Invicta’s watch bands…other than that…no complaints 😃
Who said it's not supposed to be used in salt water? Are we supposed to go scuba diving in swimming pools?
Can you share help where I can buy 02 bands as you are wearing? Black and titanium one pls?
🎉 great video 😊
thanks for video, does this watch do blood pressure?
Good things - I agree with 2, 3, 5, 6 for the positives. I agree with 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 for the negatives. Still hoping for the day we don’t need the charger to update. I personally would say look at the use case unless you are buying it just as a watch.
Does it feature the ECG and pulse ox functions?
which titanium band is it?
I really like the features of this watch but I really don't know how to feel about the bright orange action button.
I like your video…however, I bought this watch due to it size. Most of my friends did the same, which is a negative with you
I'll stick with my Garmin until Apple can match the Garmin's weeks of battery life.
I just brought one last night and i love it so far
Wheres the chain band from?
I’m getting one from a buddy in a week. I’m in Spokane too. What construction are you working on?
The Epix 2 Pro version will have 2 weeks of battery in stead of 2 days.
for those of you having trouble with comfort using it for sleep tracking, try wearing the watch on the inside of your wrist (on the spot people usually slash their wrists to kill themselves in movies). It totally fixed the comfort issue for me and I use it for sleep tracking every night without issue
Found the watch at the 0:05 mark. It comes with huge hole in the back where the HR sensor is. It is hilarious that people list that as a minor issue and still want to see it for $499.
Anyone have a link to the cheap “titanium” band?
I am using the watch ultra for 5 months and did not face much issue except battery drains too much when network is on , on wifi it stays for long time.
I just sold my ultra I’m going back to the original I liked it although the size and weight I didn’t like
I can see why a smaller guy would want it thinner. For me, it's perfect. I love the thickness. I wear the Ultra when sleeping, and it's super comfortable.
0:07 Literally shows us fake Apple Watch 😂
Where is it recommended not to use it in salt water? The watch is marketed with use cases to dive with..
I love mine. I used to worry about scratching my steal watch. This one no worries - I turned off the Action button after a day as kept accidentally pressing it. Otherwise it is perfect for me.😊
Hi! WHERE DID U GET YIUR BAND? I want to buy it!!
What’s the name of that watch face?
Band model?
I use the action button for flashlight all the time since I don’t carry my phone on me all the time when I’m home
As much as I would like to upgrade to the ultra from a series 7 because it’s been catching my eye as of lately, I think I’d be better off saving those few hundred bucks towards this year’s new iPhone since i have the xs max
I just bought the original Ultra (in-warehouse) at Costco on 12/26/23 for $499. A relative bargain.
I see you sporting the Nomad Sports Band. So far I have the black and ash green. I’m going to get one more, the Ultra Orange and that’s a wrap.
I’ve had Apple Watch for a good few years now and really enjoyed it, decided to buy the ultra earlier this year and I’m surprised by how much I love it, I was worried about size and weight, first time I tried on on, I realised it felt way better than I imagined, works great for me
You guys continually put out fabulous content by the way, really enjoy the channel
Loving my series 8 but wish I would’ve gotten the ultra. That extra battery life is worth it for me since I sometimes work 10 plus hour days or doubles. My series 8 doesn’t make it past 12 hours for me
How is your battery life on this watch after upgrading to watch os 10?
My battery is draining fast since I did. I get slightly over one day of battery life.
Is there any wear on the glossy part surrounding the screen? I have too
What’s the sport strap that you have?
I agree w all points except size. I have small wrists but thought smaller watches' screens seemed too small to be practical. This size is useful and don't see it as a watch but as tech on my wrist which makes size a plus.
Why are people always trying to fine fault with this watch, leave it alone its perfect. I don't have to charge it for days . I use the action button for my walk during the day, my bike ride, exercising checking my health i take full advantage of all peaks off the watch. I even sleep at night with it . I find NO👎🏾👎🏾👎🏾👎🏾with my watch ....perfect 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Titanium is a relatively soft metal, while stainless steel is harder. Stainless steel’s Brinell hardness is typically in the range of 180-400, while titanium’s is in the range of 100-200
Do they really say you shouldn’t use it in salt water? When it came out they touted its dive computer capabilities didn’t they? It’s def survived salt water fine for me so far if anybody wants to know :)
You can use it in salt water. It is rated for dives. I use mine all the time for open sea swim. Fantastic watch I love it !
Of course you can definitely use it in salt water. Just make sure to rinse it with fresh water to reduce the risk of corrosion or degradation of seals etc in the long term.
I bought my apple watch ultra last week
Where can you buy one for under $500
I bought a first gen(in warehouse) at Costco for $499 on 12/26/23
These youtubers never expect anything in their titles
You forgot the price.
Action button is more useful during training - mostly for very active people.
sandmarc makes a titanium watch band size 49 mm
Ive been using Apple Watch ultra since its release and honestly it’s been a blast. Until like 2 weeks ago when it started to completely overestimate my flights climbed to the point that just a simple stroll on flat surface would result in 100 flights climbed. It is so annoying because such discrepancy definitely impacts other health data.
Other than that as a fitness freak battery life is decent (2 days of use) and in general the watch meets my expectations. If only it counted those flights better…
Uhhhhh did you fix it?
@@flankman9385no
Just picked one up today and I can say it’s amazing. Super snappy compared to the Series 5 I came from. Definitely recommend.
Just ordered mine. Also upgrading from S5
Excellent video!
But...I must confess It would be funny to see a kid with an AW Ultra....lol
Genuine question, why do you need such a expensive watch or even smartwatch if you have good smartphone? Curious to know different scenarios.
Don’t like taking my phone when mountain biking, running, snorkeling and swimming. Too big and falls out my pocket.
I bought my Apple Watch Ultra back in January as a used like new model from Best Buy for about $600. I was worried about the size but I got use to it fairly quickly and love it now. Battery health is at 100%, no scratches or dings, it looks perfect. My only gripe is the battery life I’m getting isn’t as good as others I’ve seen where they’re getting up to 3 days on a single charge. Best I can get is barely more than 2 days and sometimes not even that. I’m not a heavy user. The main things I use my watch for is to check my blood sugar readings but it’s linked to my calendar app and shows up on my watch face and I use Apple Pay, that’s really about it. I can’t really see what apps are draining the battery so not sure how to fix it.
I’d check background refreshes, as well as making sure your phone has a good signal. If all of the normal drains have been checked try repairing your watch with your phone.
Ran just a day 10 pm I’m marathon hard training but great battery
I don't use it anyway but I love the tech Apple jammed into it