Apple Watch Ultra 2 - After 100 Days

[@observinghumanity3034]

I swapped my Series 7 for the Ultra 2 because of 3 main factors. 1 the durability of the materials doesn’t require me to put a case or screen protector on it that really detract from the overall design. 2 the Ultra 2 battery life makes life a lot easier by not having to worry about multiple extended workouts in a day killing the battery. 3 the new S9 SIP allows on device Siri actions that are quicker and not flaky in responses like the previous gens are that do not have this. Over all I can say that I am very happy and never looking back to the regular series.

[@mcain2911]

Got mine about a month after it launched. I may not ever climb Everest or anything like that, but it’s still a great watch and a worthy upgrade.

[@bradcolby3624]

Upgraded from a series 4. Absolutely loving it

[@Twinscrewgt]

Me to… couldn’t be happier.

[@christopherarocha92]

I have the 4 and thinking it’s about time to snag one ☝🏽. Glad to hear you love it 😊

[@dipmmp]

Same here I have series 4, this may be a early Father’s Day gift to myself!

[@kyle6209]

Got one recently and it is my first Apple Watch, it is an amazing tool watch, offers many features that help day to day life

[@AAM2011]

I upgraded from the Apple Watch SE to the Ultra 2 and I absolutely love it!!!!

[@peterb4616]

Me too! Turn on Low Power Mode and get 4-5 days battery life easily. It's great!

[@carldavies8851]

I just got one and the most amazing thing, lasting me 3 days & nights with sleep tracking. Even then doesn't need recharge, I just do it to go back to 90%. The normal watch only fault was battery life.

[@adiposerex5150]

I got Apple Watch 9 and I love it. It has a modular face with temp, time, date and weather.

[@RichieGotFilms]

I recently picked up an Ultra 2, upgrading from a Series 5. It's an awesome watch, thought it would be too big but the rugged look is great, and the battery lasts so much longer. Honestly annoyed I didn't upgrade sooner!

[@rolandosmith7368]

Exactly. I don’t know what everyone else is talking about. It’s the best watch for me.

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@RichieGotFilms]

@@boratmargaretsagdiev2463 Hello Borat. Running 10.3 on both watches, the Ultra 2 I can stretch to 2.5, 3 days, whereas I can just get 1 day out of the S5

[@HeisenbergT]

Just picked up the ultra 2. I’m very excited!!!

[@Optimisticaboutit]

Upgraded from a 7 to the Ultra 2 on January 11th. It’s literally never off my wrist unless I’m showering or it’s being charged, which is always at the same time! Absolutely amazing watch 🌟

[@santoshbharat7708]

Is it good to wear watch all the time ?

[@TheGforceuk]

The one thing apple needs to do is allow notifications on both the watch and the iPhone at the same time .

[@Spotto26]

My AWU1 battery life has tanked since watchos10. Only lasts a day and a half, as opposed to 2-3 days. Anyone else got the same issue?

[@stephenfromfing4430]

Same, yes. Can squeeze 2 days sometimes but disappointed by the dip.

[@sixtypebeat]

same, i wouldn’t be too upset though :) it’s definitely just a bug. my mom’s AWU1 battery is still going strong asf, but my updated AWU2 is giving baby battery life 😂

[@gamerclips1882]

I had the s5, then s8, and then then I went to the U2. As a LEO the extended battery life and durability was needed. 2 hour workouts and 15 hour shifts killed my s8. I’ve had this thing bang on walls, and been through some scuffles while still holding up. Apple, you’ve made a believer out of me with this thing!

[@loganpowell2951]

I have a fenix 7 garmin. Do you like the apple watch more?

[@mraustinfelt]

I still use my Apple Watch Series 7 daily, and still love it! I love your content so much, Aaron! Keep it up!:)

[@rc2257]

I got a U2 and love it, but I’m keeping my trusty AW7 which is still a fantastic watch. After wearing the ultra a while, the AW7 feels astonishingly light and thin, and that’s really great for sleep tracking and working out.

[@wavesnowaves]

They really need a mat black version.

[@Renuars]

I like that they changed the way the apps look there. I dont like the list because it takes ages to scroll through. I like the Grid view but in WatchOS 9 all apps were on one page and too small. Unusable without zooming in. Now better. As to the control centre, I dont really mind it being where it is now. Plus, I love being able to switch off swipe to change watch face. In version 9, it was too easy to switch it accidentally. Now it stays put.

[@thomasharvey3755]

You tripping I love my ultra 2 I had a 4 gave it to my cousin she loves it and I love the blood oxygen feature 💯❤️

[@bryannadaniels6106]

I have the Apple Watch 7 through Verizon, but once I pay it off in the next month or so, I'm planning on getting the Apple Watch Ultra 2. Based on your videos, research, and reviews, I really like the Ultra 2.

[@TANGYHATCHY]

Did you get the ultra 2?

[@TechlikeLeon]

Nice. I‘m currently using Apple Watch Series 6. But I‘m thinking about changing to the series 10 this year

[@yolobabyy7]

Hey ! What were your thoughts on the series 10? Still planning on getting it ? I’m unsure as to whether to get the 10 or just get the Ultra 2 as I’ll be coming from a gen 1 SE

[@williambennetts9348]

Would you actually buy a new Ultra 2 if you own the Ultra 1 especially when it doesn’t include the blood oxygen app.

[@satysin630]

I got mine a week or two after launch (early October). Has been good so far. My first Apple Watch and I am happy enough with it but I disable all the notification stuff and just use it to track workouts as I took up running last year so I use it a lot for that. Battery life is decent although I think as I don't care about any of the app features I might sell it and go for something that has longer battery life in the summer while I can still get good resell value. I only really have two disappointments; the first is the sleep tracking is pretty crap compared to even a $100 Fitbit. It isn't automatic which I was kind of shocked about and the second is you can't copy/sync audiobooks to the watch so if you want to go out for a run and listen to an audiobook you need your phone with you which is kind of stupid.

[@chucky1golf]

Returned mine, didnt use the Cellular features, beautiful watch but felt at £800 I'd probably never recoup that money back. Seen them selling already at £500 on fb

[@StevenJCioc]

Question for you if you charge your Apple Watch at 66% all the way up to 100% will the battery health still stay at 100%.

[@That_1_Outcast]

Over longterm of the battery life no it will not stay at 100% battery life capacity

[@bitw434]

the week it launched i said F it and just bought it. works just fine didn't have to overthink it

[@Videogamepro1997-f1z]

I do agree with you with the issue with watch os 10

[@ValerMS]

What watch face are you using?

[@nicksajs]

How is battery life on Ultra 1 vs Ultra 2? In usage in hours?

[@MikeBMW]

Seems, in my usage, the 2 is a bit better.

[@crakzor]

Perfect for my running. Went from 1min interval running/walking to full blown half and full marathon running. Did this all we just the ultra

[@danielvargo4498]

Absolutely love my ultra 2

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@danielvargo4498]

@@boratmargaretsagdiev2463 my battery last almost 4 days I keep it on besides showering

[@jerrodcampbell7783]

Question...why charge the Ultra 2 every day when you can get 3-4 days of battery life out of it?

[@mrpiratedan]

Why not?

[@dayeah765caoni3]

Why do you want to age your watch battery prematurely?

[@bskarpa]

Everyone saying this watch is too big must have small hands and wrist. I think it’s perfect and the perfect size for my wrist. I came from the series 7 and this watch is amazing and holds a charge for 3 days. My series 7 barely got 24 yrs.

[@Drrck11]

Is the Apple watch capable of multitasking(i.e. can it run the workout app and another app at the same time)?

[@trevboy98]

Yes, you can use other apps during a workout

[@rolandosmith7368]

If you’re into fitness, and you’re an adventurous person, the watch is perfect. This watch is made for people who want a rugged look with durability.

[@DyingRetail]

My series 7 battery was dying. Do I have Apple replace battery or upgrade. The 10 is nice but the black ultra 2 swayed me. Especially the battery life. I notice more responsive Siri and it seems to connect much better to cellular.

[@niranjanpandit6497]

Looking to save money for the Ultra 2. I think it's an amazing watch and will complement my iphone (even though the phone is a few years old). Probably better to hold out on upgrading my iphone to a year or so.

[@StevenYoungcaptual]

Poo- The Nomad Sport Band Orange/Grey) is Sold Out. I agree it gets too dark and is hard to read.

[@edisondemming2473]

Let me start by saying I love this watch...but the inability to adjust the brightness to my liking at any certain point is a huge turn off.. I/we paid a good amount of money for a watch that we should have total control of..am I wrong? Again I love this watch..

[@imronikk]

Hi I have just bought it on 9th feb and I setup, but my concern it didn't track my sleep. It was doing properly in my series 5 is there any setting I am missing out. Because I have done everything correctly in sleep schedule.

[@benhizzle]

Hi Aaron. Concerning apps, could you make a video explaining what kind of information apps have access to on your device. I recently got a iPhone 15 Pro and when looking at apps in the App Store i see that lots of apps collect very intrusive information most of the time. Maybe share with us what apps to avoid (in your opinion) based on what info they collect. Thank you, and have a great day.

[@louisevans8838]

I got a series 9 and I felt it was ok but I do love the design of the ultra and it feels like a better watch. Getting mine tomorrow!

[@bulletz4life]

im on my watch ultra 1 and still running watchos 9.6.2, until they bring back the way control center works on watchos 9 i straight up refuse to update to watchos 10.

[@JAYREEZE1]

Great choice don’t upgrade at all your battery life will drop

[@josipdolic6391]

I have my watch for a month,still perfect Good to know it’s durable (construction guy here) thanks Aaron

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@josipdolic6391]

@@boratmargaretsagdiev2463 did not do 10:3 yet But battery dies last for 3 days

[@AddisonCrowe]

I'm still rocking a series 4 but I plan on getting an ultra 2 in the next few days.

[@rc2257]

Massive upgrade, you will love it!!!

[@adamchase1517]

Save your money and buy the ultra 1 but if you want to future proof I guess ultra 2

[@warrenlange9160]

Is this the time to buy an apple ultra 11 or is it best to wait for newest version???

[@aceboogie50]

I’ve had regular 44mm Apple Watches and this one is the one I’ve used the most on a consistent basis , I would always forget to charge my Apple Watch then just throw it on the charger but I would have to go the ultra last me two days and has been a god send to tracking my stats in the gym

[@iOSuptodate]

better to buy ultra 1 for 2024

[@JonHall0101]

For what it's worth, I love the interface on WatchSO 10. Control centre, widgets and button presses all work well for me and better than WatchOS 9.

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@yaseenomarloff1446]

Can’t wait to get mine ⌚️ great 👍🏻 video

[@masterjedikeith4952]

I just got my Apple ultra 2 a few days ago. So far I’m loving it👍👍😀

[@peterb4616]

Turn on Low Power Mode and enjoy 4-5 days battery life! It's so amazing.

[@KingTechHD]

Bought the AWU 1 Jan ‘23 and it’s been a great watch ever since. I do plan to check out the AWU 3 & Watch X this year

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@JAYREEZE1]

My ultra 1 use to have battery life like that now it’s only last a day

[@rc2257]

Oh no. That’s discouraging.

[@JAYREEZE1]

@@rc2257 it is I won’t buy another Apple product

[@bulletz4life]

what is your battery health looking like? also, the battery in these watches is actually surprisingly small, so its not like a phone and will definitely degrade faster.

[@bigmaxcc]

Yh what’s your battery health ???

[@JAYREEZE1]

@@bigmaxcc 98

[@japanclaude1]

It’s to bad you can’t delete apple native apps like Podcast,Stock Market, book so make it a more sport oriented watch. Do I really need theses app when running or cycling.

[@dr.chungusphd108]

Ordered mine last night.

[@richardstorey2317]

I'm still using my apple watch series 6 going to use it until it's unsupported or it breaks don't feel the need to upgrade not got for Apple Watch series 9 I’m definitely not getting an Apple Watch Ultra 2 can’t afford that I won't pay £799 for it that’s ridiculous that for a Apple Watch ultra 2

[@gtiguy1992able]

Thinking about upgrading from the original Apple Watch SE lol

[@JusDrgn]

Just bought one upgrade from my SE. I love it display huge and thus far battery wayyyyy better than my old SE. The BOS not to concerned that it’s not available as I use on my smart ring.

[@eddiemunoz3677]

Ive had my AWU2 for just over 3 weeks now and I love everything except for the ugly orange action button. I thought it would grow on me but it hasn’t. Considering selling it and getting the series 9 stainless steel. The battery life on the AWU2 is good but it ain’t amazing. Just a 2 day watch. My series 8 would last me day and a half easy.

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What is your firmware version? 10.3?

[@ykms2058]

Is there any way to disable Smart Stack ? I find it a redundant feature that should be of optional use . I always find it to activate from me just shaking my wrist or it rubbing up against a sweater etc.

[@adamchase1517]

As someone who had the ultra 1 and and now ultra 2 I feel that anyone who wants to get an ultra save your money and just buy the ultra 1 because there is not any difference. Double tap works when it wants to and you’ll probably use it handful of times before you realise it’s a gimmick more than anything else.

[@FloreFaune]

Couldn’t disagree more!

[@dontaylor4464]

Weird it looks like my ultra1 but yet still looks different 🤷‍♀️

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

Had version 1, fell apart the week the version 6 shipped. Big jump in performance. Looking at the Apple Refurbished Ultra 1 watch. Not sure the feature upgrade is worth $210 to me.

[@marliesbrand7712]

Hi! I am dying to know which watch face you have? Please!!

[@Omy.24]

Why on my watch not mirroring phone apps like fb messenger , instagram etc?

[@That_1_Outcast]

That is because there is no messenger or instagram apps for the apple watch, Facebook killed off the messenger app for apple watch over a year ago, I hope this helps you out

[@alexlee1248]

Anyone crown is softer than 1st gen or any apple watch?

[@mccannms]

Does the display flip for people that I wear the watch on the right hand. If not, the controls look like they would be difficult to use.

[@RolandKoller90]

Of course they flip, you configure the orientation in the watch app. You can even flip it on each wrist.

[@nnapsR]

i see that your modular is the altra and i guess that is why i do not have that watch face on my watch, guess i need. an alta i will tell my wife you told me so :)

[@marc1sa90]

Hi thx for review , if you leave your phone at home do you have to switch it off to get your watch to answer?

[@alexhernandez6122]

No

[@davharutiunian1550]

When I walked out and my Apple watch Ultra 2 touched another person's iphone, there occured a big scratch on my Ultra's case after 7 days I bought it. So all about the titanium is a beautiful legend!

[@teda2023]

Hi Aaron, the watch link does not work!

[@hubk2161]

Interested to hear if anyone upgraded to the ultra 2 from the series 3?

[@IJones]

It seems to be holding up much better than the ultra 1, I also hope apple has newer selection of bands for it other than the current three types we have now. Ones that really match the ultra.

[@RolandKoller90]

I got this one solely based on the battery alone. I like to take my watch only and leave my phone home, and this battery life for my use case is insane. I have only text/calls come to my watch. I have no other apps on the watch. I can realistically get a solid 3 days on standalone cellular. Worth it in my opinion if you are already in the iOS ecosystem and want to ditch your phone more and more.

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What is your firmware version? 10.3?

[@chrisking6448]

I currently have the AWU 1 and if the Series 10/X is decent, I will go back to that. I really like the form factor and overall design of the regular Series AW

[@athletejmv]

Sold my AWU2 for a series 9 SS. AWU2 is a great watch, but the regular series is just as good.

[@justaregulargamer9666]

​@@athletejmvawu2 lasts way longer that watch Can easily break AT anytime

[@CSXEK]

Ik how to find the cycle count on Apple Watch it’s called bast battery app I checked my series 6 amd it had 586 cycles with a battery capacity of 86% but I got the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and it’s a major upgrade from the 6 I love the big display

[@jay_ay_why]

didn't think I'd like this as much as I do.

[@eevoanathema6425]

I am considering buying an Apple Watch Ultra, but my concern is will it survive in salty Mediterranean water. Every summer i go with my kids kayaking in Greece all around the Aegean islands. We are constantly diving and doing all sorts of water activities and I am a bit cautious about taking a 1000 Euro device with me. Can anyone speak from experience?

[@_icscata_]

Never wear the Apple Watch in salty water. It might destroy it. I’ve seen it being ruined by salty water and a lot of people talk about avoiding it. Keep it safe. 😊

[@RolandKoller90]

The water rating for electronics is for fresh water. Salt water and swimming pools are a no go. But if you must, rinse it off with fresh water right away.

[@brianallen4657]

@@_icscata_Apple talks about it too, and sells/recommends the watch for diving. I have had no issue with salt water.

[@DonDiegoHS]

I use Garmin fénix 6 pro and I have swim in salty water and it still works perfectly.

[@FlawlessxDari]

Appreciate your consistent uploads keep going great content

[@warrenlange9160]

On the Apple site the new Ultra 11 has a different watch band???

[@zollotech]

There are three to choose from from Apple

[@saryanpatil5430]

Eagerly waiting for this video Aaron sir thank you ❤

[@haveybal]

What Apple Watch face u are using?

[@saurabhdashottar8332]

I am in love with my apple watch ultra 2 from the day I purchased it. It was a good upgrade from watch 7 series for me.

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@saurabhdashottar8332]

@@boratmargaretsagdiev2463 Yes its 10.3 and battery hold up is between 1.5 to 2 days after a full charge.

[@harishbalasingam2922]

Anyone else not getting haptic notifications for third party apps like instagram and twitter x about 50% of the time or halfway through the day?

[@jeffhale1189]

Thanks for sharing. I still enjoy my Series 7. Blessings on your day.

[@_icscata_]

Thank you for this great review. The only thing I hate about AW is that it doesn’t always update the complications / widgets. It usually does after enabling the wifi but I expected it to work only with the bluetooth connection from the iPhone….. Also it was nice if it could have more ringtones for the calls… I mean….. It has 64gb…… 😅😭

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

on ultra 2, firmware 10.3, how many days does the battery last?

[@Twinscrewgt]

Without crazy notifications, I’ve gone almost 4 days without charging. That includes sleeping with the watch on as well. Blown away with the battery

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

@@Twinscrewgt What does "deflated" mean? How to understand that?

[@DougForne]

I love mine❤

[@MikeBMW]

I always love the Apple watch updates, Aaron, thanks and well done, as usual! :) I've had every one since the first but the Ultra 2 is, indeed, the best for my use cases, whatever they may be.

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@MikeBMW]

@@boratmargaretsagdiev2463 I've had 10.3 and, as a developer, now on 10.4 beta 1. Battery has been excellent and lasts, easily, a day and a half although I do charge it nightly.

[@Vung-KTVHCM]

Where can i buy metal straps as yours

[@zollotech]

Nomad

[@davidchen8731]

May I know the brand of titanium strap on Apple Watch Ultra 2? Thank you.

[@marianaveronica-uz6cp]

Nomad Titanium band

[@davidchen8731]

@@marianaveronica-uz6cp thanks for reply

[@solomonkane408]

I love my Apple Watch 2 I use android phones along with my iPhone but even if I’m carrying my s23 ultra I still use this watch over my galaxy . And don’t buy it if you have small wrist it will look comically big try it on before you buy it .

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@solomonkane408]

@@boratmargaretsagdiev2463 I can get 2 days outta it I’m on 10.3

[@Beautiful_Life94503]

Is there any pink ones?

[@_iiconic_]

No unfortunately it only comes in 1 “color”

[@Erdadler]

The Ultra is far better than the others compared to the pricing and what you are getting for it! The series 9 in stainless steel + milanese band costs as much as the Ultra, but the Ultra is brighter, bigger and bigger screen, has better battery life + titanium and the action button. …the 45mm only looks more posh, that’s all.

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@stroudtemekia4]

I want the watch face I have the series 8

[@satxrnhimself]

I have an iPhone 14 Pro which has poor battery life, scrolling stuttering and other annoying bugs, which make it unstable. I have 94% battery health after a year, and both factory reset and Apple employer didn’t help to resolve the issues. Should I trade in to the 15 Pro or 15 Pro Max or wait for the 16 Pro?

[@RolandKoller90]

Get your battery replaced, and stop filling your memory close to full.

[@satxrnhimself]

@@RolandKoller90 Actually, I have more than half of the storage available of 256GB. It’s a device issue and not storage one. Also, if getting a battery replaced and/or a MagSafe battery pack, for which iPhone would you wait then? 16P or even for the 17P? And also, do you have recommendations for MagSafe battery packs? Thanks.

[@Alans63]

It's STILL not bright enough for me. The level of brightness for the flashlight proves it could be brighter. I don't care if that means a notable shorter battery life.

[@Adam_Hakim_FP]

Either your eye sight is really bad or you're lying and I mean no offense by this whatsoever, I barely touched the wooden door frame with my watch and it left a scratch, when taking it off it dinged against my wedding band ever so lightly and it left a dent and here you are saying you banged it against concrete and brick walls and not a scratch? Do reviewers get some different versions and us normal people get the less superior ones? Because for some reason nearly all reviewers claim their ultra been through hell without a scratch 😂 BS

[@hongkongfoamflinging]

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is great

[@boratmargaretsagdiev2463]

What firmware version do you have? 10.3? How does the battery hold up?

[@b0shica]

I upgraded from 1 to 2. Hold up my AWU 1 just in case. Returned 2 after one week. Does not justify the money if you alteady have ultra 1. Otherwise it very good, a little better AWU2. I will wait for 3. :)

[@radioactivecat]

I got the Apple Watch Ultra 2 when it launched last year. It’s a decent watch but I really prefer my Garmin Epix Pro. I saw in order to get around the blood oxygen sensor patent dispute, Apple is no longer shipping its watches with those sensors. And yet the price is exactly the same as it was before. The functionality of these new watches being shipped are now inferior and anyone purchasing the watches are paying the same price as the ones with sensors. That doesn’t set well with me and it makes Apple look even more greedy than before.

[@dekyras]

Another informative and professional video. Thanks. As for your comment re the interface, I have to agree that I find the new design a retrograde step and much preferred the previous incarnation. Hopefully Apple will listen and bring back more of the features they removed in their 'upgrade'

[@22jeepmojave75]

I have returned mt ultra 2 due to screen display. I couldn't use it in dark, can't read the screen.