Apple Watch Ultra EPIC Review - 6 Months Later. I Did Everything!

[@snakerb]

The amount of time and effort that was put into this test is unmatched. Reminds me of your ~hour long AirPods Max video. Great job as always Brian.

[@briantong]

Thanks so much for watching! It was a BEAST.

[@dwoodbury65]

Thank you, Brian! I always enjoy your work especially your “special” in-depth reviews and stories like this one. The under water shots are phenomenal. I felt like I was there with you at times. I’ve dived and snorkeled coral reefs and I’m not sure if I ever saw things quite so clearly as you show here in these videos. Great job!!

[@briantong]

Thank YOU for watching and sticking with me David!

[@philipwong454]

Thanks Brian for this review. It’s the best one for me so far. It’s great you tested the Ultra on real life experiences. It’s one thing to talk about it. It’s another level when you do it for real.

[@cory4nek]

Rocking a blue series 7 for 2nd straight year. I have an Ultra 2 on order. Can’t wait.

[@CarlosRiveraPhotography]

Great video again! I love my ultra. The battery life is number one for me. Number two is the screen. This is the first Apple Watch I have owned where I don’t have scratches and dings from hitting it on door knobs and kitchen countertops. The flat screen and raised edge is perfect. Number three is the action button. I use that to control my most common lights in the living room. Use it everyday multiple times a day. Again great video Brian

[@zadynplays8047]

did you get the black ultra 2

[@CarlosRiveraPhotography]

@ no. I want it. But have the original ultra

[@blackfish95]

One of the best made reviews of a watch ever. Well done to all the Brians :)

[@Hajimoosensei]

Great review. But for those wondering, you can absolutely use the Ultra as your daily driver. I have way too many bands that I’ve collected over the years, and they all work well on the Ultra. The one exception would be polished stainless steel bands. Don’t use those. But titanium looks amazing on it, as do some of the wider leather bands. I’ve even worn the watch with suits and managed to get it to look good. Because, when it comes down to it, Brian, not all of us can afford to be the badass Apple you are and rock our choice of two different Apple Watches.

[@vincenzosantangelo4710]

This guy goes above and beyond with these reviews. So underrated. You my friend, are awesome 👏

[@jaywhite1141]

I’ve got the ocean band with the Apple Watch ultra. Absolutely amazing band very comfortable. Very good for water

[@nicholascheung]

i really appreciate brian’s delivery on apple content. Truly one of the more underrated KZbinr out there. No cliche, straight to the point and a sunshine personality. Keep at it, Brian !

[@briantong]

Thanks Nicholas!

[@shamako4ever718]

I love every single moment with the Ultra great review Brian

[@burimalimi6490]

16:40 I totally agree that travels and adventures with your trusted apple device does bring you closer to your device ❤

[@chriswolf7169]

Yea I’m one of the watch wearer’s that has started out with the SE then went to a series 7, then when the Ultra came out went ahead and grabbed one. It was mainly because of the battery life. I like to track my sleep and get in a good workout a day and not have to worry about finding time to put it on the charger all the time. That was always something in the back of my mind when owning the previous watches in the past. Thanks for sharing the video this was awesome to see some real world testing and amazing scenery as well. Look forward to the next video. Thanks again 🤙

[@Augusto0926]

What an ULTRA review!!!! Thank you for the dedication bro!!!!

[@briantong]

Thanks for watching!

[@MelaninJay]

Nobody’s doing next level reviews like this B!

[@briantong]

Thanks for watching. This was a labor of love, but had fun going through the journey.

[@juanwalker7424]

Incredible video, so well done, love u Brian!

[@michaelgunawardena9558]

The Ultra is now my favourite Apple product. Love it

[@dmfamzo]

Seriously bravo, mad respect for this full feature doc, watched it from start to finish and I'm seriously in awe of the production quality..this is true dedication to the art. The ultra is my very 1st apple watch and I can't live without at this point, drastically reduces the time I spend with the phone. Only complain is the mark it has left on my wrist. Bravo again Brian for this amazing video. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@briantong]

Thanks Amzo! 🙏

[@ericg1830]

Love this video, Brian! I miss your *prizefight* videos from your prior life. Yeah, I’ve gone from a Series 3 to 7 and now the Ultra. I’ve always waited for the prices to go down 3-6 months later, and never paid the MSRP on 1st day of its release. I’ve also always chosen the Cellular version on all the watches.

[@stevevlahos1]

Thanks Brian. Best review of the Apple Watch Ultra I’ve seen. I love mine. Will never go back to a non Ultra watch. Battery life for me is the game changer. I wear it for workouts and health tracking. There are so many things I use it for though. The button on the side, I have it set to flashlight which I use all the time. Answering calls, replying to texts, podcasts, etc. When you don’t want to carry your phone around, the watch does a great job filling the gap.

[@Zane_Zaminsky]

I’ve worn the Apple Watch Ultra for over six months. I absolutely love the thing.

[@beansdad70]

Love my ULTRA! Added a metal band and it’s absolutely comfortable. I’m able to get over 4 days of battery life, and the large screen is amazing. If I could make one change, it would be pushing the usable screen area out to the edge of the titanium frame. The bezel when combined with that thick protection that the case offers is unnecessary in my opinion. I would love a full screen. But yes, six months in with the Ultra has been a game changer.

[@LaymanGamin]

Absolutely comfortable? 🤔 and OVER 4 days? U a damn lie 😂 😂 😂. Apple doesn’t even say that’s possible . 72 is the MAX and u can only maybe reach that with low power mode on . 🧢 tain

[@beansdad70]

@@LaymanGamin Actually it’s super-easy, barely an inconvenience. You see, I do not sleep in my watch. I do however turn it off when I go to bed. I’m actually on day five currently, and I have 27%. Yes I may cheat, but for functionality I get the most usage out of when I want and need to have power available. And salute when you call me 🧢 tain!

[@esteban602]

I only have the ultra and I used everyday. I feel it more comfortable than my previews series 7. Love the battery life, no more worries about battery life. I mainly use the ocean band compared with the others, I feel it more confortable.

[@christianacosta3776]

Brian, now this is proper review!!! Keep up the great work. You have put all other Apple Watch Ultra reviews to shame. Apple should give you mad props. You’ve validated my purchase. I typically get about 2 1\2 days of use and it’s a quick recharge once empty. I use it for exercise, sleep, and love the big screen. But battery life is king!

[@briantong]

Thanks for watching Christian!

[@villagranvicent]

Awesome review... not just someone behind a desk talking about features he will never use!! Congrats on your content 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ryansolomon4178]

I still have my series 5 titanium case. Love the look and it is more unique.

[@TacticalYourDad]

Most dedicated and informative tech review I’ve ever seen.

[@briantong]

Thanks for watching!

[@andrewboulden3725]

Just got one a few weeks ago for no reason other than it being a bigger watch with a big battery and couldn’t be happier

[@warjon642]

Great video..been testing mines without using the workout feature other than walking feature and heart rate monitoring and the results so far: charged 100% Monday(3-20-23@9am )and currently as of right now (Wed.3-22-23@5:23pm its at 67% at this rate i'll most likely get at least another 1 - 1 1/2 days before it needs a full charge ! will keep you posted as to when exactly it goes out

[@briantong]

Wow Warren. WOW.

[@MegaBISP]

🧢

[@DanGraziano]

Crushing it, B-Teezy. Awesome video. Love that you were able to get out there and do some real testing.

[@julz9261]

I had the Apple watch 3 and have been waiting for a bigger screen for so long. As soon as they were available I bought my Apple watch Ultra and love it. The bigger screen is so much better and brighter as my eyes are that good anymore. So for me It was all about the size and screen brightness.

[@colecotten26]

Small ppl with this big watch is just funny to me

[@Jay-kw9nh]

As an alcohol enthusiast, I just need it to have a drinking app to measure my BAC.

[@Charlie_12x3]

I know right

[@sarrum7696]

I ordered mine when it first came out. Been very happy with it. Battery life is always dependent upon your use case. Mine… - I don’t connect to cellular. - I reply to texts on occasion, using speech recognition. - I sleep with it, and use sleep monitoring. - Set multiple timers ⏲️ - I shower with it, and use the water ejection feature after. (Daily) - All the health monitoring is enabled. I average 3 to 4 days per charge. When I accidentally bang it into a wall I check the wall for damage, not the Apple Watch. Love the battery life, love its durability, love that it still works with all my older watch bands. Love the display. Would buy again. By far my favorite watch.

[@generalimac]

This is excellent, you killed it BT.

[@ricardoherrera5472]

BROOOO!! I've seen your reviews since you were on cnet like 20 years ago lol. So great to find you here!

[@briantong]

Welcome back! I'm here!

[@Scorpion-gf3ek]

Hi Brian , this video you made was incredibly awesome with so much details about the ultra Watch. Keep it up my friend

[@KaimanaDiversHonolulu]

Dope review bro!!! Thanks for taking us diving!!!

[@JeremyIrving1]

Ultra is one of the coolest pieces of tech I’ve ever owned. Truly a masterpiece.

[@CanonPaulHamilton]

Great review Brian! Great to see such clarity and detail. I got mine for Christmas and LOVE it!

[@edcardoza5308]

This is one of the best reviews out there for the Apple Watch Ultra!!

[@briantong]

Thanks for watching!

[@edcardoza5308]

@@briantong are you gonna do a review like this for the Apple Watch Ultra 2?

[@JasonFiske]

Great thumbnail! Bless your energy Brian!

[@briantong]

Thanks for watching Jason!

[@WHMAGuy]

Perfect real world use review.

[@thinline8504]

one week after hyping up fall detection I actually fall and pass out .LOL.. first time in history my watch dial 911 😩..

[@shootfirst214]

I was looking at the ultra in January my series 5 was looking a bit ruff but my wife surprised me on my birthday with an ultra the battery and durability is remarkable

[@CouldnThinkOfUsername]

Wonderful video Brian. Thanks for all the hard work for our viewing

[@KingTechHD]

Love the AWU. I get 2.5 days easy. Could go for 3 but I do a lot on it. Worth the upgrade. My wife has to charge her S7 daily

[@cojeda11]

Brian, this was an excellent review IMO. One of the best! Very well done. Thank you for the effort & thought you put into it 👏🏼

[@mchestnut1970]

Brian this ultra being my third Apple Watch and coming from the stainless steel graphite series 6. I hands down would recommend the ultra and spend the extra just for the great battery and durability. Anyways that’s my 2 cents. Great video

[@Mountain_Soldier]

Still rocking my Series 4 Nike Edition. Thought about getting this one. But honestly, do I really need it? Or just want it? Probably I’ll keep the Series 4 till it dies.

[@collinporterfield102]

Compare the cost to “real watches” and you will realize how inexpensive this watch really is.

[@jarrintong5768]

Bro the dawgs at 16:01. Great review

[@tellinustr8up]

After 6 months you convinced me to get the ultra but not this model. I will be getting the newer upgraded model to this one when it comes out

[@chrisragone8785]

The Ultra redesign is rumored for the end of 2024

[@tellinustr8up]

@@chrisragone8785 That’s so far away but i’ll wait for it. i have the 8

[@nathaniel23946]

Thank you for testing it out and really give a detail in depth review Brian! I still have my Apple Watch 4 and it’s still going strong. However,I got into marathon training the past year and I don’t know if the Apple Watch 4 could last a full marathon. I only have gone up to 20 miles run with it and it’s already down to 20% so yes I’m still debating on getting the Ultra before my first marathon race. FYI, I do run with a Garmin also but I like to fill out those rings and compete with my friends, so I can’t leave my Apple Watch behind.

[@cristisst12]

Really good review. I cannot wait to unbox mine on Christmas day. Can you please tell me what camera did you use when diving? Cheers

[@briantong]

At the time it was a GoPro 10 in the water housing case!

[@Michael-Styles]

Been on the fence for the last few months on to buy one or not. I had the original the 3 & the 6 with all different degrees of satisfaction & lack lust performance. And this absolutely all inclusive review has literally gave me the most thought provoking feelings to go out & make that purchase. Thnx Brian for solidifying me initial thoughts of taking the $800 leap. Keep up the Crispy informative vids!! 🤙🤙🔥🔥

[@ericg1830]

Yeah, mate. I was on the same fence. But gone for the Ultra. You won’t be disappointed. I had the Series 3 and 7 both Cellular Edition. The battery life on the Ultra is in itself worth the upgrade. If you have the *larger bands* from prior watches (42, 44 mm) they should fit the Ultra. That’s something to consider. I didn’t have to buy extra bands luckily enough. I do wish though that they lower down the price next round, and make a #spacegray or #matteblack colour.

[@lindalarsdotter8597]

That poor turtle 😭😭 Great vid, but could not concentrate on it after That clip. Hope someone helps it 🐢

[@eric_r_colby]

Favorite parts about my Ultra is the durability and battery life. As someone who works in an industrial kitchen, mountain bikes & does his own handy man tasks at home, this watch puts the rest to shame. I find it fascinating that anyone would even want the others unless you spend all day indoors. The glass durability of moving up the watch to the stainless or now dead titanium was a MUST.

[@eric_r_colby]

@@blackbriarwolf5766 “dead” meaning “discontinued” titanium model

[@BrunoDECOURCY]

I have the Watch Ultra with the Ocean Band and thats a beast!!! I’ve noticed that, using Snorkeling with the Oceanic application, even if it is free, you still have the compass visible on the screen! Very extensive video!

[@ChrisNursey]

I wear my ULTRA all the time & I agree the battery life & brightness are the real 2 differences from a series 8. I used it on a 2 week diving holiday and the Oceanic app is terrible (it didn’t record 2 of my dives - that’s a disaster and have never had that with any dive computer before.) To be clear that’s the app’s fault not the watch. The app is like beta v 0.1a. And they have the audacity to charge $10 PER MONTH!!! Such a pity Apple didn’t force a decent app to be built because it really devalues all their marketing.

[@sillyrabbit77]

Series 4. Solo loop for normal wear, ceramic band when I want to get a little fancy.

[@oliverwest_dj]

Never owned a watch before but just boght the ultra 4 hours ago. Doing research after buying it 😂

[@Oharsh0928]

I like my ultra a lot. The only thing is I can never get it to charge to optimized charge limit. It always charges to 100%. I hope that’s not messing with life of the battery.

[@jkjoness]

I've been having the Ultra since it came out and I love it! I also had the 1st 2 watches that came out, along with others. I'm not crazy adventure person, but I do get my normal workouts, peloton rides/runs, sleep with it, etc. I love the bigger screen and the longer battery. Also, great video!

[@khobia2]

Thanks Brian. I got it for those two features. Biggest screen for Apple Watch. And of course battery life.

[@mikegeorge991]

Nice work on the video. Must be Tough doing a good watch video but you defiantly nailed it

[@briantong]

It was a labor of love, thanks for watching!

[@protectork9831]

My galaxy watch 5 gives two days use . I was hoping ultra would be significantly better

[@asdf51501]

Great review! Poor sea turtle looked like it had a net stuck on that shoulder. So to get to what you are looking for in the comments, I'm using an aluminum Series 8 for general stuff (and for workout tracking), and switch over to my old Series 6 for nighttime sleep tracking. I think about the Ultra, but I'm actually happy with what I currently have. I'll upgrade at some point when there's a significant difference or upgrade that I consider worth the cost.

[@rosestines66]

This would be our first watch purchase n I wonder if they will ever put sugar reading in the watch

[@jonahhex9620]

Thanks for covering surfing, although I need info on big wave surfing watch bands like Jaws, North Shore, Mavericks so as not to lose the watch

[@andrewrichards188]

the amity affliction as the background song? @4:00

[@juancarlosgonzalezmena2950]

Thank you very much Brian for such an in-depth review of the Apple Watch Ultra. I’ll be following your channel and you personally since the old CNET days. You are always extremely professional and extremely charming as well. Way to go, Brian all the best and greetings from Ecuador 🇪🇨

[@TheSlowCooker815]

I charged my Garmin Fenix7 5 days ago to 100%. I’m currently left with 68% battery after 5 days with workout every day with listening to music via bluetooth, sleep monitoring, notifications. etc. Apple Ultra 2.5 days 😂😂😂😂. Great comedy.

[@TJWasiuk]

Most in-depth Apple reviewer 🤘👾

[@paulwilson3759]

Really enjoyed that content Brian, you should maybe do more outdoor stuff like this

[@JPV246]

It would be nice if apple made a smaller sized ultra , just saying a smaller option packed with those features would be also nice.

[@symmetricalastic]

I really liked watching this video Brian ⌚️ I am getting my ultra tomorrow upgrading from a Series 6

[@Chahtawarrior31]

ultra and I used the orange alpine loop the Carbon fiber Pitaka and Midnight Ocean band!

[@SeattleMatt925]

More tank top videos...view counts skyrocket 🎇🎇....oh the watch looks nice too. 🤪

[@MrHenkfromHolland]

It is a pleasure to see your review

[@sharonb.9128]

Great video. My goodness LOOK AT YOU! The Ultra is great for people who want both smartwatch and sportswatch best features. The Ultra is head and shoulders above any other that is both a smartwatch and sports watch.

[@arnaldonyc]

This is a great endorsement video for the Apple Watch Ultra

[@dannyloopeker4423]

Still loving the Apple ultra

[@Cellardoor_]

Finally. Been waiting for thirst traps for forever

[@briantong]

👀😂😂😂

[@ORybin10]

For the next video do all health features for an apple wach user’s and which Apple Watch do you recommend to use for health everyday

[@animationministry]

I've got series 3 watch and iPhone 7. I'd like to upgrade both, but I don't know when I can at the moment. - sigh - Some day.

[@snakerb]

Have you considered the SE? A lot more affordable than the 8 and Ultra and still a decent jump from the Series 3.

[@animationministry]

@@snakerb Hmmm, honestly I haven't. I was looking at a series 6 or 7 in blue. And I just found out that series 6 is compatible with my phone!

[@Zdankevych]

25:59 I clean my orange bracelet once a week. and for six months it looks like new to me

[@jessicalangston2629]

I am using the Apple Watch SE 1st generation I love it and probably don’t need to upgrade for a while

[@branwenhainsworth1124]

Did you have to turn on the water lock before your dive? Thanks

[@jaywhite1141]

I’ve had my Apple Watch ultra since January I absolutely love it best Apple Watch ever

[@el_semir]

Its so fun to see all these reviewers doing some workouts while 90% of users never even ran anywhere else than to catch a train

[@sandagers71]

So love the Ultra! This watch is a beast

[@soo-weeong9149]

I’m the same!!! The ultra gave me the push to learn scuba diving!! But I ended up getting the Garmin descent dive watch instead. So now I have the best of both worlds!! 🎉🎉

[@halloweendad0543]

I’m running the Ultra right now and the only thing I don’t like is the titanium finish. I wish they had other options that would make it less noticeable. Great video man.

[@peterjanbo657]

Thank you. This helped me a lot. Will get a garmin instead. Cheers. 😊

[@TradIrishHarper]

As a chronic ankle sprainer I almost threw up when you turned your ankle for the demo. I feel that and see you man. I need some Tai Chi now to cleanse my mind from that trauma. 😂 Although the help was quite impressive. 😉

[@briantong]

😂😂😂

[@cannonballroc]

I can't wait to go snorkeling in the Philippines in May with my Apple Watch Ultra and the Oceanic+ app!!!

[@billyd7806]

Great review. Thanks for taking one for the team. 😂🏄‍♂️🇺🇸

[@MJGraphicsCreations]

WOW! Marlin Perkins from Wild Kingdom…..oh…wait…it’s Brian Tong! REALLY COOL PRODUCTION!! Too bad I have an S22 Ultra….Samsung, WHERE YOU AT?!

[@larryroberts4257]

I have never used a dive computer, and just used my gauges, and checked them regularly (dive tables). The apple watch would just be for me a handy addition.

[@RG2V]

The turtle that was swimming in your video had fishing string wrapped around his arm,, that’s why he looked like he was moving weird.. I wish I could’ve been there with you. Thank you for your content,, been watching about 3 years now

[@briantong]

I didn't have any tools. It looked like fishing line but the damage was already done. Also. You're not supposed to touch turtles.