Apple Watch Ultra Impressions: Polished Overkill!

[@owenpatterson9355]

I do a lot of mountain biking and back country skiing and this is the first time I’ve been excited for a new iPhone since the X, and the first time I’ve ever been interested in getting an apple watch. Sat phone, wayfinding, crash, and fall detection would all be hugely valuable things to have in the backcountry, I’ve definitely had some close calls where each of these could have potentially saved me. It’ll be amazing to have all this without tons of extra expensive gear

[@modelsmanagement2374]

Wait another year

[@Forrest_O.]

Also, in states like WY, the satellite feature will be helpful in emergency situations.

[@ejyu88]

Get a Garmin

[@CertifiedSlamboy]

@@ejyu88 I have one and they’re awful for UX.

[@HenleyBailey]

​@@CertifiedSlamboy I have an Epix and find the UX good. There's a lot of features in there which can make it a bit overwhelming, plus I agree their UX isn't perfect but it's got to be a hard job to make things seamless/obvious with the sheer amount of stuff on it. I haven't seen it as an issue personally but can see why some might.

[@tilionlife]

The low power mode is available now with the watchOS beta. I’ve tested it for the last 12 hours and I’m still at 81% on a s5. So definitely excited to see how much I get when my ultra arrives

[@jackyyo1998]

It is just a powersaving mode that one every smart watch?

[@MrSuperTatti]

Can you do workouts with accurate metrics while it’s in low power mode?

[@ocieward]

Right now low power mode on the Apple Watch means nuthin’ but the clock. I want to know if the new low power mode is actually useful

[@kanon_od_ua]

Great news!

[@stephendenagy3396]

Low power mode during activity must include data, or else why bother? That is probably quite a trick, which is why it is not quite available yet.

[@BrandonHavard]

“Clock work” 😏

[@Ecadeia]

so early

[@camiloescobar1865]

How 2 hours ago

[@uzairali3634]

What

[@spidare]

2

[@ConnorCourtney]

Two hours ago

[@il-ganna]

Probably the most underrated (and overdue) "feature" is the fact that finally cellular versions are getting proper international roaming ie they can be used as standalone devices when travelling rather than being downgraded to a companion gadget as soon as they're out of country of purchase. Still dependant on carrier availability, but it's a start.

[@xavier3098]

#1 reason that I didn’t buy one… until now!

[@Akaiiro]

I feel like eSim will surely bring innovations to this

[@aaron-fauth]

@@Akaiiro eSIM was long overdue

[@n2rj]

@@aaron-fauth iPhone 12 did have eSIM. I don't like removal of the SIM slot. I feel like Apple is doing this to force you to pay for roaming.

[@aaron-fauth]

@@n2rj iPhone XS has eSIM as well but it was secondary do the physical sim. It does suck I agree

[@morezco]

I like the Ultra. I’ll never buy it, I definitely don’t need it, but I am very happy to see companies investing into specialised versions of their products for those who would benefit from them under more niche circumstances. I find this way better than some of their past “Pro” lineups of products that had little to actually distinguish themselves.

[@juliadallagnol4010]

You seem ultra-interesting 🤭😅

[@giulianodifante]

@@juliadallagnol4010 badum tsss

[@millevenon5853]

@@twisterrjl is garmin a regular watch?

[@Darkray84]

@@twisterrjl Have you tried the new Apple Watch Ultra in all those ‘extreme sports’ situations since you can postulate that?

[@morezco]

@@juliadallagnol4010 lol thanks 🫶🏻

[@AWSAM335]

Note: 100m water resistance doesn't mean you can dive to 100m depth with the watch, it means the watch can withstand the equivalent water pressure of *sitting perfectly still* at 100m depth. Obviously when you're swimming with a watch on your wrist it's not sitting perfectly still, and so the effective water pressure on the watch is higher. For this reason most divers wouldn't take a 100m water resistant watch anywhere near 100m depth. The general rule of thumb watch enthusiasts use for depth ratings is:

[@Aoredon]

No one cares

[@GalacticTommy]

@@Aoredon I care, found it quite interesting. Even enough to screenshot it!

[@Roshan_420]

Yeah I have been wondering how that diving stuff will work on the ultra. I know you can swim with your Apple watch and that it was features for it but I never tried it. Too scared. But diving is something else. A lot more pressure. Wonder how itll work out

[@Hulmeg0319]

@@Aoredon Me too. This is about the same scale I use too. Though, tbh,

[@ben_sch]

@Sam Are you sure about those numbers? I frequently dove down to 15-20m with my S6 and never had any issues with it. Might be I'm just lucky, but it seems a bit overly cautious to me when you say that the new Apple Watch Ultra with W100 wouldn't be safe enough for scuba diving, which is exactly what it was designed for.

[@TheRubiksPilot]

10:38 You could always water-lock the watch to disable the touch screen. It's a workaround but you can do it. Still not a hard button and it would be cool with the action button, but yeah.

[@MrrrJD]

Thats what i thought off to immediately

[@anifox2]

In WatchOS 9, you will have to hard-press the crown to unlock water-lock

[@iAntonyl]

I use this during every workout. Just swipe left once you start the workout and water-lock with one button

[@jelleschutter]

I forget too use the water-lock quite often and once you have water on the display it is very difficult to turn it on. It would be amazing if it could somehow detect it automatically.

[@TheAppleBias]

Yeah water lock if you run or workout in the rain it the way to go. Maybe you can still trigger the side button to perform a different action if needed

[@batwood2000]

I am a mechanic so the durability of the Apple Watch ultra is a huge selling point to me. I feel like depending on what your job is, if you do a lot of hands on, this could be for you.

[@jacoblane6313]

Man I love Marques. He is always able to balance specs for the tech geeks and user experience for the average person in his review

[@mrche2]

This is not your average persons watch, though many average folks will buy it for the prestige!

[@ojwhittle4960]

Yeah hands down one of the best

[@Luke19-66]

@@mrche2 sadly bad info. this is the watch you should wear daily. looks so much better than the very dull and cheap Series and put what ever number you want behind it. least they are starting to make better looking watches.

[@Luke19-66]

@@ojwhittle4960 if was more realistic.

[@miscellaneousz2681]

Markass brownie

[@JakeKelsick]

The Ultra is super appealing to me. I do a lot of kitesurfing and been rocking and loving the SE but they usually die within 6- 8 months due to water damage. The beefed up waterproofing alone is a big plus!

[@StreetPreacherr]

But why not just strap an old phone to your wrist?? The thing is just HUGE! lol

[@rydellgarcia]

bruh. SE only last for 6-8 months? that sucksss

[@100mcreations6]

Wt the puk bro... even my $20 mi band 4 has lasted for over 2 years now , even with regular swimming in the sea

[@mintjuulpod333]

@@rydellgarcia high-pressure water from kitesurfing and falling in the water and also saltwater exposure is a pretty good combo

[@BigFx]

TBH, for kite just get a garmin if you want a smart watch. You get the same sensors, you still can get notifications or whatever, there is a dedicated kiting app (so you can measure height of jumps etc), it is much more rugged, actually waterproof, not just swim proof or whatever they use in marketing and most of all, the battery life same number, but in days instead of hours. I love apple watch for office, but every time I actually go out I just switch to fenix 3 (that's 6yo by now, and still lasts 2-3 weeks between charges even with activities on a daily basis). New garmin versions have also touch screen, but it can be turned off completely so it does not get fancy with water or snow, and you have 5 buttons to navigate and do stuff, so it works perfectly in gloves, on water, underwater or everywhere.

[@takeitfromageek6879]

I really hope they implement the action button to know the difference between a push, double and triple push, and hold to allow the most flexibility for the new button.

[@ZivGershon]

On paper it sounds cool, but I wonder if it's practical: since it's such a big, clunky-ish device, it could be very easily prone to accidental light-pressure presses - especially if you were long, outdoor clothing like ski coat etc.. The watch might recognize such accidental presses as double- or triple-press.

[@thisisayushpandey]

@@ZivGershon You know how what you said doesn't make any sense? How does adding more trigger functions make more accidental presses? You'd be repeating one function otherwise anyway.

[@corktail7900]

​@@ZivGershon have you ever worn a digital watch or used bluetooth earbuds with buttons? buttons on watches are by design harder to press and earbuds just dont have the issue of misinterpreting how many times you press the button

[@lacshy]

@@corktail7900 am I this high, or you actually don’t make any sense?

[@corktail7900]

@@lacshy if you combine the 2 then it makes sense. you wont accidentally do a double press because the button on the watch isnt going to be that sensitive

[@ArnoldTuinman]

Actually… One “major” thing noticed that Apple brought back a true silver in the series 8. The starlight was the only light option for the 7 but missing a true silver is fixed again in the 8… Good stuff!

[@mjjf8297]

10:39 yes you can, even with the current models, just use the „Water Lock“ function. It has a water drop 💧 as a symbol and it works perfectly fine.

[@renauddisson]

Yup, was about to comment exactly that.

[@jacobandrews8444]

Exactly 👏

[@IAMbrandonwalker]

I forgot about that. Thanks.

[@axhraf7712]

Don't. The touch screen on the top half of my watch stopped responding. :/

[@matthenekk]

How tf did Casey and marques both forget about that?? My first thought exactly. Literally a mode to prevent false touches from liquid, I imagine it would work perfectly for sweat.

[@Poké_Rick]

I’m a driver for UPS and this ultra is appealing to me. I had an S3 and it worked but I need something more rugged. Dealing with high temps and bumps and scrapes is really what I’m looking for so I’m excited to try it out!

[@mr.bulldops1348]

Where’s my package?

[@PaoloLunardon]

@@mr.bulldops1348 ahahhahah

[@AlienWorkshopRD]

@Catalina Iquita driver pay is $39.36 and hour, they get free healthcare, and a pension. You can easily make over $100k a year, for delivering some boxes, safely.

[@contentlyshane]

@Catalina Iquita so you have issue with your fellow working class being able to splurge on something that benefits him during work? Lmao weird

[@demetriuspowell29]

@@AlienWorkshopRD some make more than that

[@brandonejem8620]

I think the ultra is appealing to those who do construction as well, a bright screen for when it's sunny or if the watch has dust on it. Larger buttons when gloves are on. As well as being ultra durable

[@IlLAD3LPH1A215]

Exactly you hit it the ruggedness is what’s appealing to the rough consumer

[@Lushootseed]

So people working in constriction has $1000 for phone and another $600 for the watch?

[@Orrex945]

@@Lushootseed yeah? whats the problem with that?

[@KorbyWorby]

@@Lushootseed I don’t think you realize how profitable that sector is

[@martinjoyce779]

@@Lushootseed do you have any idea how much blue collar workers are making these days?

[@polymerizedrecords]

When I first heard about this watch being 800 dollars I thought this was Apple creeping up prices like they did with the iPhone but now I understand the value proposition. If you're risking your life doing something and this can track you, SOS and make you findable in case something happens, price is not really your biggest concern. Curious at why Apple used the Ultra moniker and not Pro, as this is actually one of their only professional-geared products

[@old-dream-left-behind]

I think "Pro", for Apple means "People who wants more than the average user from their devices". The pro, is always: "That thing you already know and love, but... better!". While this "Ultra" is clearly a niche product. I'll acknowledge that there is quite a wrench in my little theory, that being the "Mac Pro", which is *clearly not* made for anyone that is not an actual professional. This watch is not made to appeal to the general audience, it's bulky, some would argue that it's quite ugly (and they would be wrong :P) and for most people, it would be completely overkill. Is an iPhone Pro Max overkill for most people who uses one? Sure, but at least, they can take advantage of the features. Your average Joe is not likely to suddenly decide to go climb a mountain. Hell, they could've named this thing "Apple Watch Elite" which would've been god awful but you know what I mean. Also, when it comes to naming stuff well... Apple is gonna Apple.

[@jayvtee]

So what I'm hearing is that you'll be dead by the end of Day 2 in real world test if you had to rely on this watch to save your life. Got it.

[@dr.apollo4226]

Apple slightly adjusted the classes of their products into pro

[@Kylemsguy]

Honestly, The stainless steel series 8 with the premium bands costs exactly the same as the Ultra.

[@marcwanagas1234]

@polymerizedrecords they are trying to capture the ultra running market from Garmin.

[@wegman8]

Marques “I don’t need a Plaid” Brownlee is definitely getting an Ultra, lmao

[@bobschaaf2549]

And he can afford it!

[@jvcalleja]

Spot on and already pre ordered 100%

[@bro_vtech7420]

For turning off the touch screen, just use the waterlock mode. It does exactly that

[@jinx20001]

while that's good advice you do lose functionality, the reason a screen only lock is important for the newer watch is because of the added buttons which would allow you to keep functionality high but only have the touch screen deactivated, apple watches have always been super reliant on the touch interface for functionality, rival watches like garmin have typically always been the opposite where there was no touch screen but you had 5 buttons on the watch for functionality, the newer models have the touch screen but also keep the 5 buttons meaning you can totally omit the use of the touch screen whenever you want and still retain 100 percent functionality which is perfect for some sports where you still want function but dont want accidental touches. correct me if im wrong there, im not 100 percent certain as i have not used an apple watch for years now but they do rely quite heavily on the touch interface right?

[@bro_vtech7420]

@@jinx20001 yeah you can’t really use them without the touch screen. Like at all. But what I do is that I water lock it while training, but when I want to use it I deactivate the water lock. It’s not super convenient now that I think about it since the watch empties the speakers for a few seconds before you can start using it. But it works for me, it’s better than dealing with accidental inputs

[@fragrancias972]

Yes. How did Marques forget that this exact feature already exists?

[@mr_red13]

@@bro_vtech7420 what about sleeping with the Apple Watch for vibration-only alarms? Is there a mode that turns the screen off for that?

[@skullrainabdx2610]

@@mr_red13 Yes Genius.

[@Tubefish07]

I sit on the toilet for “extreme” amounts of time. I feel that this watch will allow me to exceed time limits that are currently beyond my reach! Thanks Tim! Brilliant! Cheers mates!!

[@DanJohnson110]

The thing that has been holding me back from buying an Apple Watch is the battery life. The possibility of 36 to 72 hours between charges has me seriously considering the Ultra.

[@AlexPittiStockMan]

Thiccc boi

[@rjsmith2007]

With how quick they charge now the battery life hasn't been a huge issue for me with the 7. That was the thing holding me back.

[@MariusMoonbeam]

@@rjsmith2007 yeah I charge once a day and that’s in the morning as I take my shower. The only reason I’d upgrade to the 8 or Ultra would be for the temperature sensor (even though I don’t plan on having any children at all).

[@Cat-kp7rl]

I was a battery charge skeptic too but I think the speed at which it can charge makes up for it. Like throw it on the charger before; taking shower, taking a dump, eating, or any other short activity, and it’s good to go for the day. Then maybe once more before bed while brushing or whatever, if you’re into sleep tracking. It’s easy to make charging a habit.

[@H0RIZ0N365]

@gay lorde u realize that time zones are a thing

[@stevemulcahy5014]

Water mode addresses the "turn off touchscreen" thing. It has for ages too... My favourite watch before my Apple Watch is the Seiko Orange Monster that my wife bought me as an engagement gift. The Ultra seems to have that similar presence, so that's why I just preordered it. My series 5 is great, and while it being there hasn't forced me to close my rings and stuff, I've been on a streak for the last 8 weeks and it helps me keep that up. It's also way more useful than my regular watches are, except for the sentimental value the orange monster has.

[@williamsmales776]

The original seiko orange monster is such an awesome watch. I’ve had my 10 years. It’s the only thing I don’t like about the Apple Watch. I feel compelled to get a new every other year.

[@stevemulcahy5014]

@@williamsmales776 ha! I think I’ve done well on my apple watches. S0, then went to the S5.

[@angrymikko]

For me the battery is a huge plus and I wish that was a feature they’d add to the normal version.

[@narahitesh1341]

For the sake of USP, they wont add to normal watch i guess.

[@dentanlim]

the added battery might be because of a bigger battery as the watch is thicker and bigger

[@narahitesh1341]

@@dentanlim or those satellite features consume more juice...

[@D.e.e.p.77]

If you want bigger batteries then you are touring to pay 1000 dollars for the rest of the watch.are u ready?

[@tiny7t7]

They cant make that a "feature" on the normal watch, a bigger battery is only able to fit into the new watch since it's huge. Unless you are talking about the low power mode, which will be implemented on all watches from the aw4 onwards with watchOS 9.

[@Ph03nix1]

As a diver, I was actually excited about it, especially since my dive computer died recently. Now I can replace my SE with a watch I can double as a dive computer, and have one less thing to worry about on vacation. This is the first time I’ve been impressed with Apple

[@aversilf]

WAIT HOLY SHIT I HAVENT EVEN WATCHED THE VIDEO …yet u convinced me to buy one …I’m putting together a set of gear after getting certified and didn’t yet buy my dive computer

[@LordTomServo]

Yea, I don't know if I'd soley substitute my dive computer, for an apple watch, regardless of what the features should be doing in optimal circumstances. That seems like a very bad idea.

[@noiamgoodlol8547]

That is kinda scary, I would jump on the boat a little later, you never know what could happen if an unrepreputable watch enters a field by which it hasn't touched yet.

[@notGeist]

@@LordTomServo Apple Watches have so many features and purposes, while a dive computer is just a dive computer. I would be worried about using an Apple Watch as well. Who knows if the software will glitch out while you're under the water. At least if you die your family can sue Apple for a good amount.

[@jarrenterry2952]

Same with any computer, never hurts to have backups. I’ll be buying this watch for most of its features, and will be using the dive function as well. That said, I’ll never dive with any digital computer without analog backups. Hope you enjoy it!

[@ScottDabson]

I'm not in the Apple ecosystem, but I always appreciate their hardware. Both Apple and Android OEM's take inspiration from each other and can only improve for all of us.

[@ArizonaGunsDave]

You might not be in the Apple ecosystem but, you should. I was Android when Android began and never ever wanted to get an iPhone. I HATED Apple purely because it was Apple and I HATED the "have's vs the have not" reputation I took away from them. In short, I reluctantly changed 2 years ago when I got the iPhone 12. I never will go back to Android. I would be here all day telling you why and I simply don't have time. I will say this, you'll understand what I mean once you understand! Trust me it will all make sense when and if you change!

[@Asthbendriel]

@@ArizonaGunsDave well I am happy for you and that worked out for you, but that doesn't me is going to be the general path everyone would follow. I have used several iPhones in the past because of my job as a developer, and I currently need to work with a Mac as well, and I can confidently tell, I still wouldn't use them for personal use.

[@ScottDabson]

@@ArizonaGunsDave I understand. I don't feel my S22 ultra is inferior to anything Apple makes in any way. I like choices, Like brand choices. Apple gives you one brand. Anyway, I think Apple is great with hardware, My wife and I had Ipods bought a ton of music on them and cause of their proprietary nature of Apples ecosystem back then, we were limited on what devices we could listen to our paid for music. It made us very mad, and many things have changed since then. We love the openness to the Android/Google ecosystem. Sure I'm sure there are many pro's and cons to everything but who cares. Pick something, either love or not. We all get to choose. I guarantee you if there was no competition these products wouldn't be as good.

[@the.abhiram.r]

@@ArizonaGunsDave i am quite literally the opposite, i have an apple watch, iphone and airtags, and i really want to switch to android because apple doesn't know how to make reliable software

[@ArizonaGunsDave]

@@the.abhiram.r I don't understand, what software are you talking about? Are you talking about the operating system on iPhone (iOS) and if so what do you mean reliable?

[@aCookieGod]

"sent the apple watch to the gym" LOL

[@brobiv2452]

I’ve been going to gym for 5 years and I’m still weak and look pathetic

[@kyreesmith8536]

Ayo I love ur videos btw

[@kyreesmith8536]

And ur vid is recommended under this vid

[@timbuck2406]

It’s deffinatley thic with maybe 4 c’s

[@thierryfaquet7405]

@@brobiv2452 that’s really not normal. You should have seen the most improvement in the first 6 to 12 months. Stop going to the gym, start working hard at the gym. Lift heavy and increase the load (more reps and/or more sets and/or more weight) every single session. You will only improve if your workload improve too.

[@greylawson6352]

It’s very easy to disable the touch screen actually with a feature that’s been around for a little while now, water mode. just enable that and the display will stop responding and tell you the digital crown needs to be rotated first.

[@graysonking16]

Yeah I'm wondering why he didn't mention that, or add some reason he didn't like that. 🧐

[@Shantara11]

Came here for this comment. Water mode is a must when hiking in a rain, otherwise wet sleeves are going to inevitably pause or cancel your workout at some point.

[@robertwolfe5285]

I do a ton of hiking, mountain biking, hunting, and kayaking. My problem with my Apple Watch is 1 it’s too small, 2 the crown got hit all the time and would turn down my music or change the song, 3 I had three screens pop off the chassis. This solves all those problems and I’ll 100% be getting one

[@sasan89]

Apple has improved it's power saving algorithms significantly with recent watchOS updates. I get double the battery life because I don't use it that frequently. I think ultra would last 4-5 days easily without the need to recharge. It seems to be the logical amount of time for a smart watch to last.

[@toejamr1]

Weird. I wear mine all day with minimal interactions and I get 1.5 days of use max.

[@dj.mb_one]

4-5 days ? hahahah please...but its ok to wish :)

[@robeeenz]

@@toejamr1 nice! Do you workout? For me that’s what drains my battery. If I do an hour run I use a lot of battery

[@raymondomahony6330]

I feel like Garmin needs more recognition. The fenix has had all these features for a while and has more honestly

[@EtO124]

Yeah they build way better watches, ore lets say way more sufisticated

[@iitbftw]

I've never owned an apple watch before. The apple watch ultra will be my first. Pretty excited to go free diving with it

[@Francisco_Otero]

Same! As. free diver and mountaineer, this watch feels tailor-made for me lol.

[@warhammerfaction]

That's cool

[@warhammerfaction]

@@Francisco_Otero literally is they know what they are doing haha

[@BucNas7y]

Watch Dave2d take on it. He is a diver and brought up some concerns with it.

[@stevemuzak8526]

@@Francisco_Otero It's gonna be really that useful for divers?

[@alarastephens9644]

Ive always always enjoyed chunky watches. So excited to be able to use the new features and push myself further with the Ultra. Look forward to seeing how the move forward with this line.

[@WaywardPondering]

The programmable button is my number one reason to get the Ultra over other models. This means I can activate a function without looking at my watch. Hopefully this action button gets implemented into the other Apple Watches in the future.

[@hungry3525]

For me that design is ugly : (

[@LONGWALDO]

For everyone the design is a small phone tied to your wrist…

[@jradish]

damn my watch been had that for 3 years lol

[@fenixnr]

@@jradish What watch is that?

[@zytoses9223]

You'd pay the extra just for the button or?

[@LearningandTechnology]

I'm a Garmin ecosystem user for GPS/InReach/Fenix. It appears Apple is aiming for this market, but this is definitely a first-attempt set of features. Health stats are a big deal - so with those you want a watch you can wear most of the time and gather data over time (as well as during activities obviously). I'll be interested in the sensor/data collection aspects and probably dig into those a little before making any switch.

[@OfficialWilly]

The garmin will always win for these stats, co sostency over 2 weeks vs taking it off every 2 days to charge. As a lifestyle watch, apple probably wins, for sport or an active life, garmin every day

[@ardencassie5150]

Apple hasn’t done the work on its analytics and data presentation so still behind Garmin with that.

[@LearningandTechnology]

@@ardencassie5150 absolutely. The Garmin system is far better in terms of collecting and presenting data. Apple has a distance to go to on that. It does seem they are starting the process, but I’ll be staying with Garmin for the foreseeable future.

[@metadata5965]

The heart sensors already is on top compared to other in the category. Check out the channel of The Quantified Scientists where he goes deep into the the data provided by Apple watches and compares it to other smartwatches (incl. Garmin).

[@LearningandTechnology]

@@metadata5965 I will! Thanks - always interested in these things

[@ardencassie5150]

The right Garmin with the right band, totally can pull off a formal look. Probably not a tactix or enduro 2 but definitely an epix or a Fenix.

[@Luke19-66]

you certainly can dress up with the Ultra why wouldn't you ??? current watch looks like trash and cheap.

[@ernestoquintero747]

I ordered it, I'm no ultra distance runner nor diver, I do bike, run and hike. The improved GPS along with bigger and brighter screen will make for improved backpacking/hiking apps. I have countless scratches, work related, on the edge and top on S5 screen, even the aluminum got nicks, Ultra's titanium case is stronger metal, plus case protects the edge of screen and it has sapphire glass. IMHO sales of Ultra will be very high due to it looks, part of the reason is people are tired the same style case, they are up to Series 8 already.

[@Caterpillar1967]

5:09 I don’t think you can actually go down to 100 m underwater with the ultra. Max depth would be 100 ft (30,48 m). Even at the end of the KZbin video from Apple about the Ultra watch, there’s a text telling not to bring the watch underwater below 40 m

[@januszbujnowski5870]

yeah that's the first thing I wanted to write after hearing Marques - 10ATM is ok for up to (or hehe down to) 30-40m of diving depth, especially if its like salty seawater

[@randominternet5586]

@@januszbujnowski5870 60 feet (or 40 feet if a kid) is the PADI open water depth limit. Then you get to 100 feet and finally 130 feet with a deep water dive. It looks like the watch is set for those depths (the scuba app I think they had mentions this). That covers 90%+ of the diving that recreational divers will be doing. Beyond that you really start to get technical. I've had friends recreationally dive super deep (outside PADI standards, hang tanks down for stops and to switch tanks / different mix / sketch). But I think the ultra is going to cover most folks at 40M.

[@matskurz2802]

It can go to 100m it says it on the Website (For example the German one) but recreational Diving only goes to 40m so you will never reach the limits

[@thomasfranks6054]

I think that's an honest mistake on Marques' part. Not a big deal. Those who purchase the watch for diving won't just watch this video, they'll do their own research too. Diving 40 meters (~130 feet) is about as far as you can go with some bottom time before mandatory decompression stops. I'll defiently get the Ultra for recreational diving.

[@randominternet5586]

OK - from the specs - Water proof to 100M. However, real time depth is only to 40M and dive computer only to 40M, and you shouldn't use it to go beyond that in terms of diving. This makes sense, beyond that risks go way way up, and even 130 feet is pretty darn deep. "Apple Watch Ultra has a water resistance rating of 100 meters under ISO standard 22810. It may be used for recreational scuba diving (with compatible third-party app from the App Store) to 40 meters and high-speed water sports. Apple Watch Ultra should not be used for diving below 40 meters. " - so this is plenty of water proofing and even plenty of real time depth guage input.

[@eastender74]

For me it’s the louder speaker, better battery life and a more rugged watch less prone to scratches and breaks. Coming from the series 5 this could be worth it. The only downside is not available in space gray. I wouldn’t even mind the orange button with that. And I love all of the new watch bands ❤️

[@dr.derekrobinson1920]

For me, it's the McChicken

[@shawndavismedia]

Bro I have the same thought. Because I have a Series 5 that I love so much. And I feel like the series 8 isn’t good enough, so I’m tempted to get the Ultra. 😂

[@danielsoutherland]

I can’t get past the silver and orange. If they had an all black model I’d by three. So I literally went out today and bought the last 7 cellular I could find to replace my 5.

[@flavioa6351]

Louder speakers and better battery for $800 nice

[@noah-j00]

Hell no ! never gonna put this Apple brick on my wrist which will be unusable in 4-5yrs I wear Omega, Jaeger and IWC you Brokies

[@Ghostzy01]

My Apple Watch upgrade path: S0 SS > S4 SS > Ultra Before Apple Watches I always wore G-Shocks so the design for me was always a compromise but I couldn't pass up on the utility, this Ultra has even more utility but with a utilitarian look and I absolutely love it. Can't wait to receive mine with the black Trial Loop 🤓

[@Just_Lucky24]

S1.5 > S4 > Ultra. 🤝

[@timbuck2406]

I recommend the series 7 if you can find one …. I love my watch

[@slamandjam2]

I would have if it came in stainless or at least black color. It just looks too much like an outdoor extreme sports watch for me to want to wear everyday. Sucks because I ordered the S8 stainless and its only $50 cheaper and way less capable.

[@timbuck2406]

@@slamandjam2 the S7 colors were better then the s8 colors imo

[@Ghostzy01]

@@slamandjam2 I agree I would have appreciated a dark titanium option however natural titanium is way more associated with dress watches then it is outdoorsy watches. Natural titanium paired with a black Milanese loop or leather strap is a very timeless classy look! It does have the orange button however that is facing you so won’t really be noticeable to others.

[@vikingswimmer82]

One thing that they mentioned for the new watches in passing that is exciting for lap/competitive swimmers was that the watch can now track kickboard intervals. This was something that previously was not available and the stats during kick sets just showed up as downtime. I'm curious if the non-freestyle strokes like butterfly, breaststroke and backstroke will also be more accurate. Previously the watch was able to capture these but not always reliably. But yeah the kickboard aspect is a game changer.

[@Dankflamio]

The current Apple Watch SE has been enough for me. I charge it while I’m in the shower everyday-ish and don’t often need to charge it outside of that. But for some reason my brain is like “but the ultra can do all these other things”. But I don’t do those other things.

[@IRePlaaYs]

Same. Have the SE. But think to myself, I'd like to have the Ultra. Then think why do I need the Ultra again? I don't. lol.

[@terrasai2857]

10:56 “for those with deep pockets” You already know a bunch of people with shallow pockets are gonna buy this just to have the latest and greatest thing 😂🤦🏾‍♂️

[@DevineDigital]

I would buy this purely for the battery life. I don’t mind charging and I love the normal watch for the features day to day. So I think once we get some reviews out on this I’ll grab one if it is indeed 3 days, day to day with cellular.

[@daverobertson623]

It isn't 3 days. Not even close.

[@marcochavanne]

@@daverobertson623 with low power mode I am pretty sure it can.

[@DevineDigital]

@@marcochavanne that and I’m thinking casual usage too. It’s definitely not doing that with active workouts and such. Cheers

[@homedepot.]

They already come with cellular. They’re only selling one watch.

[@DevineDigital]

@@homedepot. there is big difference between having cellular available and having it activated. In this case I’m referring to having it activated. On my S4 it just drains the battery so much to the point I canceled the service and just use it as a wifi enabled device currently.

[@xavyboy007]

As always, love the video - mostly how honest you seem in your reviews! Little side note, for my apple watch: I just turn on the 'underwater function' anytime I work out or do other things to turn off my touchscreen. Sure, it isn't as easy as a hard button, but you can still turn in off quite quickly if you tap the screen once the noise starts to eject the water, your apple watch is useable right away! Hope this helps some people that struggle with the annoying touchscreen while working out or in the rain etc.!

[@monkeydav1]

With the Ultra, I think you should be able to program the orange button to activate the underwater function

[@dkarras]

Came here to make this point if it hadn’t already been made, 👍. Also Siri (for what it’s worth) still works while the water lock is on to be able to interact w/ the watch functions Siri can control 🤷‍♂️.

[@BenjaminKing1]

Ultra-runner checking in here. Given that industry leading 'ultra' watches (even from 2019) had normal operating battery life around 5-6 days, full GPS tracking (like used in an event) was ~30hrs, and 'low power' mode would last 30 days... If they can show that battery life during an event lasts at least as long as a watch that is 3 years older, then I will consider it. My 2c is that if they can get normal health tracking, good GPS, and over 30 hours of full GPS tracking then it will meet everyone's needs. If they added a feature around letting your loved ones see your minutely pinged GPS and send lightweight texts via satellite then I would be %100 sold (Gramin has a specific device to do this). My wife hates when I go off the grid for 20+ hours on ultras and doesn't know how I am. The size is a bit large compared to the Garmins...

[@hassaanbk]

Bro just like every Apple product this is for people who pretend to be professionals because its providing basic features with terrible battery life and the competition just has way better options

[@waled121]

Obviously, Garmin is the better running watch, but at the end of the day that Garmin isn’t an Apple Watch. This watch is for people who are okay with the specs and WANT to stay within the Apple ecosystem. None AW watches can’t even show you the text messages or answer calls. All your comment is going to showing yourself why you don’t want the watch.

[@runsandiego247]

How is the screen going to work in the sun?

[@ArtOConnor]

Bikepacker and winter ultra racer here. It looks like a nice toy but battery life and a proprietary charger are nonstarter.

[@runsandiego247]

@@ArtOConnor Garmin has proprietary charging. Battery life is fine for more ultras. Watch is way too big.

[@ChillBro20]

What a lot of people aren’t really bringing to light is how awesome this watch would be the industrial/blue-collar realm. Having a rugged watch with all these features could make the work space more manageable and safer.

[@jturk91]

But not osha approved lol

[@MVIVN]

I’m actually thinking of getting one for my dad because even though he’s not the outdoorsy type, he does have a pretty physically tough job which involves him needing to get into mud and water regularly (he works in water maintenance and installations) and he sometimes needs to work at odd hours of the day in remote locations so I think this watch could benefit him a lot! Just wish it wasn’t so pricey

[@MJG70]

I just wish it was like 47mm instead of kissing 50

[@Supreet908]

Exactly why I've bought/loved my old Samsung Gear Sport with its old raised spinning ring. I got it because I was a scientist in a laboratory with all sorts of acids, bases, deleterious substances, etc around 8-16 hours per day and I wanted a way to check messages/emails, set timers for chemical reactions, and change music without touching my phone during the work day and it did that. Then I'd wear it to ultimate, hockey, soccer, or the pool after work. Then it also provided me GPS, elevation, heart rate, etc on long multi-night backpacking trips into the Canadian Rockies. And since it was black on black and round, I could wear it with a suit with no worries. No amount of nasty substances or abuse killed it, and when I finally traded it in, it had one scratch on the ring (not the screen) where I smacked it full force into a stainless steel 4 inch thick laboratory door. The practical use of this semi-rugged tech for a lot of people extends way beyond sports.

[@Ryan_Christopher]

@@jturk91 OSHA approves workplace safety PLANS and PROCEDURES (like your Hazardous Materials Communications syllabus), not Personal Protective Equipment or related Health and Safety Monitoring/Measuring Equipment.

[@Jayden-lr2mm]

I actually loved the refined design of the rectangular Apple Watch ultra thanks Marques for discussing this and expressing your intial thoughts

[@잡았다요놈-y9w]

ㅗㅜ 영어 좀 하누

[@user-sf9gs2pg1b]

I see your comments everywhere, lol. On every tech video I watch. (Also, it’s fun reading your name bc I’m learning Korean ^.^)

[@Jayden-lr2mm]

@@user-sf9gs2pg1b Yea I'm just really into these tech videos, Also glad that you are learning korean, it is an great langauge

[@sudhanshchourasia6454]

The best thing about this video is the MacBook in the background with the windows wallpaper, MKHBD is just too good at this stuff.

[@NickMillerWeb]

As a dive professional in the market for a new dive computer and personally in the market for a new Apple Watch. I’m going to get one. Really hoping to see some more content around the dive capabilities and how accurate it is. I’d imagine it was tested against other dive computers and would love to see the data

[@rerorerobert]

I feel like having to pay for a subscription for software is gonna get annoying. I haven't really looked into the partnered software they showcased, but I feel like if they were gonna go so far to get it certified up for deep dives, the software should be on the level out of the box too. I was really disappointed that the stock app only showed depth, no depth timers, gas settings and such

[@nolife097]

I think you should get garmin don’t get me wrong the ultra watch is really good just you know make the right choice

[@JohnnyJohnJon83]

It’s only 100m water resistance

[@nico4477]

If you love tech, you are a casual recreational diver and you are willing to pay also a fee for the dive app, it’s fine. For all the rest, probably not. I am curious to see if in the future third party dive app will come to this watch.

[@fernandofernandez9604]

I won’t deny what you’re saying, Nick, but if you’re a dive professional you should know WR100 is not suitable for diving. Some snorkelling and that’s about it

[@4xSr]

Man that "GoPro of apple watches" applies to more than just this. Thanks for talking me out of buying more stuff I do not need. Just like the GoPro I never use...

[@traknologist]

I love this new watch!!! It's what I've been waiting for even though I'm not as athletic. But growing up wearing watches big watches were in and I still prefer a larger watch so the fact that it has a larger face and longer battery life is why I'm in.

[@An0n_Ym0us_79]

As a Garmin user and endurance athlete, I think you hit the nail on the head with the interrogating athletes. This is the first time I’m considering switching. It would be nice to not have to also carry my phone while I’m running and they are getting close to providing the features I want in a sport watch.

[@docmars]

I've never owned an Apple Watch (I'm almost exclusively an Android guy), but I have to say it's been fun watching (heh) how far it's come. I was very skeptical it would hit it off with customers in the first iteration, but now it seems like yet another essential Apple product for many. They've done a great job with it!

[@iau]

I don't understand what's "essential" about it.I own an iPhone but have a Huawei Band that cost me $50 (1/10 of the price of the Apple Watch). I record my workouts, my runs, my heartrate, my sleep, see my notifications, the interface is nice and it looks understated and good, it's decently waterproof. Oh and the battery literally lasts *a week.* Not saying the Apple Watch is not "nice", but man we're talking about paying literally *ten times* the price. I fail to see the value.

[@E7R1I6C]

Very punny

[@Vag-Poop]

Okay, bot.

[@jbutler]

@@iau 🤣🤣 bro stop being so cheap and you will see the value once you use a apple watch even if it is the SE model. the chip is much faster, more accurate components etc. why do you think your knockoff last so long? if you take your fitness seriously you won’t seattle for the cheapest option on the market

[@adambuilds]

I’m an ultra runner and on many runs I need 8 to 22 hours of GPS. When you’re running 50 to 100 miles you simply need hours and hours of GPS recording. This Ultra is the first time an Apple Watch is a viable competitor in the ultra long recording world.

[@TechSecSpaceGeek]

Gotta say, it would take a few generations of this before I’d trust it as a dive computer. Dive computers cannot crash or mess up, period, exclamation point. I might try it as a backup to my backup to verify operation but as a primary…not a chance right now. 😬

[@TGIFTOM]

just use your regular dive comp as a backup? pretty good practice to have 2 computers anyways

[@Iamajaccio]

I feel like I want to cry every time MKBHD video ends in a such a cool way

[@HenleyBailey]

The Ultra feels like an in-between of the normal Apple watch and something more serious like a Garmin Epix. I feel like it's a step up for those that take sports and activities a little more seriously but not too seriously. Is there an Apple heart rate monitor with accelerometers and is able to record data without the watch? Does the Ultra track SPO2, RHR and VO2 max accurately? Can you switch activities while in an activity? Does it link to Zwift and gym equipment via BT? Can it take a future activity in your calendar and build a personalised training plan to ensure your training is sufficient for the race? Can you import a gpx and mark aid stations and waypoints, check elevation profiles and build custom race screens? Will it wirelessly connect with scales to record weight and other body metrics to make sure it knows accurate data to calculate race paces/threshold pace etc? Can it record bouldering and climbing accurately with graphs on what routes you've done along with grades and fall detection etc? What about treks using GPS over several days on a single charge? Does it have ski resort maps baked in of all routes? and all golf courses? So many unanswered questions (looking forward to reviews) and all stuff that Garmin already does along with a massive boat load of other stuff. I hope Apple really put some serious time and effort in to this side of things as Garmin needs some competition so we the consumer end up with even better products, but I'd be very surprised if the Ultra comes anywhere near for its first iteration (fingers crossed though).

[@katscandance]

Yeah I think it’s def an in between option. I’d say most of what Apple makes is for the “majority” as opposed to the “extremists” in anything. Most people that are super invested in tech don’t prefer Apple products anyway.

[@keenobservations3050]

I feel like it’s a great option for those that need something that doesn’t need charged everyday but gives you all the info you need throughout the day. Doctors for example, can’t dig in their pockets every time the phone gets a message or something. But their 18-24 hour shift will not kill their battery. This is why I ordered one.

[@SignorLuigi]

@@katscandance "Most people that are super invested in tech don't prefer Apple products anyway." 🤔

[@HenleyBailey]

@@keenobservations3050 I can see why it would be really appealing for that, it looks like it would be really slick to use and has a bunch of nice features. Plus looks good.

[@dilaisy_loone2846]

@@katscandance that’s not really true

[@tedpiano]

I think it's a good step, but my Garmin Enduro 2 has 65 days of battery life in smartwatch mode with solar charging, 80 hours in GPS mode, 300 hours in max battery mode, and an insane number of features that outcompetes the Apple watch and does a ton more.

[@SlyCooperRN]

Nope

[@fantasygamingable]

It’s also over $1000, so I would expect it to have better features.

[@davidbartley3214]

apple does it better.

[@davidgates5699]

You do realize there is an entire App Store dedicated to the Apple Watch. I’m more than positive that the Apple Watch has more capabilities than your Garmin. SMH

[@brandonr4427]

@@davidbartley3214 lol

[@DMGrayVids]

Thank you for making all your content straight to the point, without 2/3 mins of fluff, that I would totally not scrub, but thanks again for giving us the business on JUST the Ultra. 🙏🏽🔥👊🏽

[@trader2137]

what? he talked for 10 minutes about stuff he could have listed and explained in like 2 minutes

[@vindicatelol]

@@trader2137 he's just writing it for likes, that kinda compliment always gets a ton of likes

[@Sara-bk3yi]

the video is literally about the airpods and ALL the new apple watches. just ultra where??

[@nickcroxton]

I wakeboard almost every week, snowboard (including backcountry split boarding), occasionally surf, and run. This watch is gonna be sooo good. I can see myself not having to worry, is my watch fully charged or almost fully charged before I go and do one of these activities. Currently on the S6 and generally when I go to my local wake park for a few hours I need to make sure its 80% minimum or more. Also the new button will be cool to answer calls while in water (how you mentioned sweat water etc. messes with the screen), I assume you will be able to answer calls with it, which, if you’re surfing wakeboarding etc. sometimes is almost impossible to do with a regular Apple Watch

[@elliottonyt]

been waiting on the dive computer. so glad about that! But just like many hobbies, it's one of those things that I only do once or twice a year but still would make the investment in the equipment.. I think the watch has an aesthetic that many will be drawn too because it seems a little less dainty / delicate in appearance to the non wearer or apple observer.

[@dk280888]

Anyone who dives to 45m with an Apple Watch shouldn’t be allowed to dive.

[@noiamgoodlol8547]

Be careful man, ya never know how reliable it is until someone dies cuase of it.

[@aaron-fauth]

@@noiamgoodlol8547 It just won’t be as reliable… ever unfortunately.

[@elliottonyt]

@@noiamgoodlol8547 the same could be said for any other dive computer on the market though.

[@birdmaker5996]

Coming from an watch se with lots of scratches and pushed to its limits in battery life, the ultra is target to me, but I have small wrists. It would’ve been great to have a smaller one so I could feel more comfortable playing sports and working out in it

[@Spidr-Man]

Same, I want it but it would look massive on my wrist (and I'm 190 lbs lmao). Sadly, there's no workout for bigger wrists🤷🏻‍♂️

[@phongle1772]

Sounds like you fit the series 8 more. It has the sapphire glass and steel body. Unless you’re a outdoor person ultra is kind of overkill

[@yomommashaus]

@@Spidr-Man well increasing grip and forearm strength will increase wrist size a bit - my wrists were definitely thicker when I was a gymnast

[@noah-j00]

What apple watch? It’s a watch for brokies! Get a real watch bro. I wear Omega ,Jaeger and IWC. This iWatch will be almost obsolete in 5years

[@sam.michaelis]

@@noah-j00 this channel is for tech fans, I suggest visiting a delicates watch channel if you want to see real watch videos

[@zytoses9223]

I wonder how long the battery lasts when using GPS for navigation although it's claimed 60 hours thats usually to boost impressions and the watch will be at absolute minimal power consumption. My fenix 6 pro can last about a day using constant tracking on a full charge. Expedition mode will be longer but haven't used it. Using the Garmin with standard stats gets me two weeks.

[@MrJikser]

I recently bought one and i love ❤️ it

[@chrisdiver5100]

Would be interesting to bring up the fact that Apple states that “waterproofing will deteriorate over time”. That’s a pretty massive detail for someone considering it for diving.

[@HDvids101]

Like the covid vaccine after 12 days it's waning LOL/. Pity the fool who buys this shit when great proven waterproof real watches can be bought without all the anxiety induced BS that comes with these overprices pieces of insidious tech.

[@vilhelmjuhler1811]

@@ArrakisOCE lol idk what you are talking about. My iPhone X and 2017 MacBook are still going great

[@HDvids101]

@@ArrakisOCE And if you get a watch that is real it will last at least 8 years without all the anxiety ridden BS add ons Apple shite. ;-)

[@ace-pl4qh]

@@ArrakisOCE lmao I’m not even an apple fanboy, but wtf are you even talking about 😂

[@minucos]

Without regular servicing waterproofing deteriorates on all watches

[@ac3ys]

As a triathlete in the rainy Pacific Northwest, the first thing I thought when I saw the action button was that I might finally be able to start/stop/segment my workouts without needing to turn on Water Lock to prevent accidental workout stops/pauses from rain or sweat... it's hard to tell if that's going to be the case. I wish they would just make "End Workout" have a damn physical button press confirmation.

[@jameslester5136]

strong comment, or even the ability to restart the workout on the next screen. Ended so many workouts prematurely.

[@ITouchtrees]

That’s one of the reasons I got a garmin fenix

[@1519Spring]

Did you LOL when Marques got all three of the Ironman distances wrong (all close, but wrong)?

[@ac3ys]

@@1519Spring Yeah definitely. Not knowing or rounding down 112mi bike distance I could understand, but who gets marathon distance wrong?!

[@xander0901]

From what we’ve seen, the action button can be customizable for your use case. Now I’m wondering if we can customize this so it has unique features for workout type (ie, start/stop segments for standard workouts, transitions for multi sport mode, etc). The customization feature has a lot of potential. I am also a triathlete but instead based in sunny Southern California. I would call myself an avid amateur still looking to complete their first 70.3 (attempted Oceanside but did not make the time cut in the run). I got a kick out of all the incorrect Ironman distances. Maybe it can be like that with some creative course design?

[@carlosbornes]

I would love to have this tested to diving at 100m. As someone that is really into watches, usually watches rated for 100m can not be used for diving, they can take the 100 bar of pressure but that's being static at 100 m deep. Of course swimming and diving is not a static thing so usually it is required much higher grading to be able to achieve a proper diving watch

[@hiyouseemcool]

rated for 40m diving

[@reubenandrys8830]

You mean 10 bar?

[@xavi7934]

Garmin makes dive computers that are 100m rated so I’m sure it’s fine

[@mikegrok]

I think it is rated to measure pressure to 40m and survive to 100m.

[@alexarna]

They’ve said it’s rated for recreational scuba diving - the safe limit for that is 40m and there are a number of reasons for this that go well beyond the scope of this comment. Most divers are only recreationally accredited, with tech divers (I.e. those of us certified to dive beyond recreational limits) making up a very small proportion of the total market. It therefore doesn’t make sense for Apple to even bother rating this beyond 40m really. That said, with the WR rating, I highly doubt it’ll fail if it does go beyond 40m but it’ll be interesting to see what the dive app tells you. It’ll also be interesting to know what dive algorithm it’ll be running/how conservative it’ll be

[@_pal]

@10:48 while working out, I sometimes turn on the water mode. Still tracks your workout, just kinda annoying to hear the water eject sound but it works for me

[@tommoex]

The ultra reminds of the action man watch I had as a kid, but damn is the ultra overkill for nearly all customers.

[@BlackMarq20]

Most stuff is overkill for most customers, I mean even the iPhone. The average consumer just does basic functions, texting, phone, maybe a photo here and there, email, etc… I use Apple Pay to check out and the cashiers think it’s magic, most people don’t know/use half of the stuff on their phone.

[@baptisteverncadel]

So are the iPhones Pro actually, and they sold pretty well ahah Most people usually don’t spend their money very wisely, they just want the best and latest even if they don’t need it :/

[@karimsallo]

@@BlackMarq20 sorry to break it to you but if the cashiers still think Apple Pay is magic you probably live in hicksville alabama

[@peen2804]

@@BlackMarq20 where tf do you live that people act like Apple Pay is magic 😂 especially after covid lmao. i live in the middle of nowhere in a town of about 200 people and there isn’t a single place without contactless payment here

[@ultracellez1989]

@@karimsallo 😂😂😂

[@JonNuclear]

As an avid scuba diver I almost lost my mind over the ultra, easily my most anticipated drop they’ve ever had

[@Polly88]

Its not a good watch for a scuba diver lol

[@Seamoorif]

Same, very excited to try it out

[@wtfjacob]

I help run a mountaineering club, I’m definitely getting one but I might have to wait until the low power mode feature drops, I’ve stopped using my regular Apple Watch as I hate having to charge every day, even 2 days is too much for me. If the battery life update holds up, no question it’ll be what I’m looking for

[@avonbarksdale2506]

@@Polly88 they spent like 10 minutes literally talking about scuba diving lmao

[@kevinji7285]

It's subscription based, I was excited too until I read the fine print. You cant use it as a scuba computer unless you pay 80/year. Or 10/month or 5/day. It's kinda ridiculous

[@heikobremer8506]

Hey Marques! I love my Series 7 in dark Titanium. The Ultra seems to be a little bit too much for me... and it is not dark. By the way, great video! Your thoughts are very interesting and often helpful for me. Thanks a lot

[@OrientalGoons]

I jump out of planes for a living and I love my Apple Watch but I’m always in fear that the screen would crack if I took a hard landing, therefore I always jumped with a garmin. But this changes things! To have a rugged cellular Apple Watch is game changer bc that also means I wouldn’t have to jump with my iPhone to make sure I have some type of cell service on the drop zone! This is gonna be awesome!

[@Koxi73]

I first was pretty unexcited for the Ultra, but when they showed that is is a diving computer aswell, I put it on my "wanted" list. I am a hobbyist free diver, and measuring the depth is a big + for me. Also on vacation I don't need to bring my computer (which is quite old) with me all the time ... The watch would be enough .. so we will see what happens on my next birthday :)

[@exempli646]

Please watch better reviews and ask people in those dedicated forums if the Ultra watch can suffice to your needs.

[@V_Dubya]

Really honest review. I have an Apple Watch and still spent most of my days sat on my backside. This kit won’t take you from fat gamer to ultra marathon runner but will be good if you’re already one

[@richterphilidip16]

Hi Maques- to prevent the watch from messing with your workout, you can use the in-water toggle off function for the screen! I use it at work and the watch is messing around a lot- using the in-water function stopped e.g. creating messages without me touching the watch during the day. Its just a hassle to unlock it every time, but for me its okay.

[@SunshinestateClean]

I don't know about everyone but the new AirPods really intrigue me as a everyday AirPods Pro user 2x noise cancelling is amazing for flights and I love how they added the Apple Watch charger

[@FreditoFuentes]

Finally someone shares my opinion. The ultra was the coolest thing at the event. Every thing else was just slight upgrades or soon to be obsolete with USB C coming out because of EU mandates. Definitely captured my attention For sure

[@MrPappy-tk1vy]

fuck eu mandates man.

[@otakuotaku6774]

I think this Year, Apple has made a good progress, especially with the new technologies in the iphone 14

[@mrprogrammer9116]

Agree with you

[@Luffy-ox1cr]

I really like the new iphone

[@hitman627]

Agree with bro

[@blue_ig1]

pro not the normal one 😂

[@otaku_otaku1564]

Thia Year Apple is the best, but their devices are expensive

[@peterpetram]

I think most will buy it for the longer battery life. But few will actually utilize it to the fullest.

[@FezCaliph]

Factoid

[@miscellaneousz2681]

@@FezCaliph factard

[@luckyluke9744]

Bingo

[@bobbywhite350]

Yes, his reviews are the best. Not excitable, just sensible and informative.

[@itsfungus]

Won’t beat a Garmin. Yes they are in similar price range but Keep in mind those have like 2-3 week battery life as well.

[@timsaalmann9048]

I have a Garmin Forerunner 945 - 955... 2-3 Weeks is not real :-) ^^ If you train every day it holds up 3 days

[@itsfungus]

@@timsaalmann9048 interesting. How long are your training sessions?

[@marcsroberts]

I have little wrists, I have a Apple Watch 6 and a Garmin Fenix 5s, just upgraded to the Fenix 7s Sapphire Solar instead of the Apple Watch Ultra, it’s just too big and the battery still doesn’t compete. They are getting closer to a viable multi sport watch though! Any folks think Garmins are too big for their wrists should check out the S variants, they’re much more reasonable.

[@danielkissler506]

Amen to that! As an Fenix6-User I see no reason to switch to the ultra. Even with a daily workout (~60 Min. all with GPS but HR via chest strap) the battery of my Standard Fenix6 lasts ~12 Days. The new Enduro 2 & Fenix7 (X) are in a *completely* different battery world (afaik around 40 days). That said, *my* needs for "smart"-watch features a quite limited and get fullfiled by garmin. I can controll my music and see if someone calls me (which is really helpfull, when my iphone is somewhere in the house and someone calls me).

[@peakproofuk]

The only fair comparison is the Epix (OLED Fenix basically). It has this beat, about a week. But it may not be the biggest disparity and the AW is doing more - smarter processor etc

[@theIfrit552]

Well since the Apple Watches have had the Water mode for a long time already, I can only assume that an update would bring that shortcut to the orange button. This stops the water from messing with the touch screen as far as I know. I feel like the Ultra really sells a dream more than a useful watch. You're buying this for the same reason you might buy other cool gear for any sports, which you end up using once or twice. Also, I feel like it is too big for many, including my own wrists. Other story when having something like a wetsuit on, but as you said, that's only for a maximum of a few hours a day. The rest of the time it would just look bulky and stupid, especially if you're known to be or look like someone who is not really into extreme sports...

[@baconaxolotl]

i mean depending on what field you are in it would be good for some military personnel as well scientists and historians who work in the field

[@kezboardgaming6344]

I think you're underestimating the amount of people that actually do not use an AW because it can't keep up with certain activities. I used to have one and I liked it, but I couldn't use it for long endurance events which were 5 hours plus (a normal hike or bike ride) without worry, it didn't last an Ironman, it was annoying to use in the swimming pool because of the lack of buttons, the GPS accuracy when swimming was poor, it was difficult to use when skiing because I needed to take my gloves off all the time. In general the lack of physical buttons was the biggest annoyance. You may be right that most people buy the dream, but for me, this is a step in the right direction and I may even consider an AW again over the Fenix 6 I currently use and love. There is definitely a big crowd of endurance athletes that might feel the same.

[@droprelease4820]

Interesting you say this, i use an apple watch 4 GPS and do full days of skiing with no charge (start timing the ski sesh at 8am and don’t stop the timer til 4/5pm) with at least 10-20% battery to spare Wont last an ultra marathon, but would definitely last the endurance events you cited at 5 hrs

[@andrewwadid]

I will get one not because i am an extreme sport athlete, not a diver, nor a mountain hiker.. but for the bigger, brighter display, longer battery life, more durable design/materials, more features and the instant "that's the NEW Apple watch" look that the Series 8 lacks 🙄

[@danieldorchester5221]

I am with you. I hate it when I am traveling and my watch goes dead on a multi day journey with no place to charge it there’s the first thing I would use it for secondly: I’m a contractor using tools constantly even though I manage mostly and I’ve had great success with the Apple Watch is holding up. Sapphire crystal is a must can’t even consider the other ones or it will get damaged immediately. I do work out so that part would be good in the fall and crash protection is helpful. I fell off the scaffolding a few days ago and realized I should have my fall notifications on. I feel a very overlooked demographic is contractors the hands-free notifications are very important to us I can’t feel my phone vibrate and many times can’t even hear it because of the environment I’m in. The bigger display would help me all the more.

[@フリョゴメス]

And also cuz you're rich and have no idea what to do with your money

[@danieldorchester5221]

@@フリョゴメス I don’t know why you would find it necessary to make, what I take as a disparaging remark and also make assumptions about me. This is a conversation about a tech tool that can help me be more productive and even safer. If your point is that you’re concerned about the cost of the watch that is a legitimate point. It’s about $250 more than my last Apple Watch.

[@kutdownongaming78]

I got my ultra because the regular size watch is to small for me, it takes my 2x as long to send a text with the small face. The ultra screen is a absolute beauty and makes navigating EASY! Makes checking emails easy, music easy, going for walks, reading info all EASY with the ultra. Ultra is more than just for extreme athletes it’s for those with large fingers like myself

[@briankillebrew7]

For sure the watch ultra stole the show! The first time I’ve been excited during an Apple event in a few years

[@francoiskasonga5920]

“It basically looks like they took a regular Apple Watch and sent it to the gym” had me dying. Marquess doesn’t disappoint with his jokes 😂😂😂

[@lifeofmisschar]

Honestly

[@beardedentity]

Really dude? You have a pretty low standards for jokes

[@steveellsworth2547]

I am 51 years old. To be frank, for me, having the larger screen is easier on the eyes. I do not currently wear anything other than reading glasses. I picked up my Apple Watch Ultra the other day. I used my previous Apple Watch with my Peloton. This one worked flawlessly as well. I love the extended battery life this watch provides. The new bands are very comfortable. I purchased the watch with a trail band. I am in the Southwest and it is not winter, but I hope as Marques pointed out, long sleeve clothing will not interact with the screen. It has only been a few days, but this watch is super awesome and have no regrets with my purchase.

[@enricojakobsoriano]

I pre-ordered it. Here’s why: I have horrible sense of direction but I love being outdoors w/ my camera. I’m hoping this watch gives me the confidence to venture further down (or off) the path. Plus, I too, think it looks sick. P.s. It was a trip sitting behind you at the event. I was kinda star-struck. Your Windows wallpaper provided a few chuckles. 😆

[@Noone-pg2hj]

How does a watch which runs out of battery 36 hours into your venture give you more confidence? Wouldn't Fenix be better at that?

[@enricojakobsoriano]

@@Noone-pg2hj I really don’t see myself being out on a hike longer than 36 hours. Total novice here. I was actually looking to just get the Series 8 in titanium but they reserved that alloy for the Ultra. I think it’s an interesting watch and a nice upgrade from my Series 3.

[@tiime2learn]

@@enricojakobsoriano going from a series 3 to the Ultra, big time upgrade!!!!!! That’s patient waiting Over all the other series 4-7. Enjoy!!!!!!!

[@enricojakobsoriano]

@@tiime2learn Thank you! I was really close to buying the titanium series 7 at launch but told myself, ‘one more year’. Glad I waited.

[@lucasclayton2300]

​@@tiime2learn I've had the series 3 for 3 years now and i definitely need to soon upgrade.

[@fordxbgtfalcon]

I’m absolutely getting one. I’ll place my order next week when I have the extra money and I’m selling my series 7. This Ultra is exactly what I need in my line of work because I often wear gloves.

[@lantean99]

Nice video, you do cover all the great points. As a bike rider, swimmer (I lost my latest Apple Watch in a long swim with water damaged) and out door goer, this is definitely the watch for me. My old Apple Watch could not last the bike falls or accidentally scratched with the hard surface objects. I need something easy more durable so I won't need to keep buying a new one. For me, this watch is worth the $$$$$$.

[@daniquegodwin]

I sold my Garmin Forerunner watch as a sacrifice to get aggressive climbing shoes instead. Been wanting to replace it with an Apple Watch for a while since I don’t do running races over 5K anymore. I also do a lot of camping, backpacking, and hiking. This watch seems perfect to track my climbing, running, and all other outdoors stuff I do. So sick! Worth the money for me.

[@kadetang9988]

Ready for the 45mm version next year. 49mm is too big for my 5'5 small frame.

[@95yashsheel]

Battery life may be less

[@PetePeteRepeat]

Hey Marques! Great video, lot of insight into the thiccc new apple watch. To answer Casey's question, you can disable the touchscreen by placing the watch into 'Waterlock' mode, which is in the control centre with a droplet of water icon! This will disable the screen until you hold the digital crown down :)

[@Kayhan1619]

I use this all the time. The screen essentially locks avoiding exactly the issues he was mentioning!

[@TitousASU]

Easy to access when you start and activity by just swiping to one side (L to R) on your watch screen, then clicking the water button. This is especially useful to clear sweat from your speakers when you take the watch out of water lock mode. The watch plays a low tone that clears liquid from the surface of the speakers

[@macfanguy]

This! Use it often.

[@prezhenz6969]

Same. I shower with my watch on just turn on water lock

[@samuelvis04]

Why I get so hyped for new Apple products even when I can’t drop the money to buy them 😭

[@-HolySpiritDove-]

Those who gather money little by little, will have a lot -King Solomon 😇

[@Sayakawill]

Exactly, you get excited if you can’t afford it. Guys that can afford don’t necessarily want them, there are better ways to spend your hard earn money

[@usasupra23]

I wish they made the screen flash intensely when it’s in SOS mode or a crash to get visual attention or if a medical issue is triggered like fainting or falling down hard

[@eliasschremldj]

I would definitely not need this watch. I‘m not any kind of extreme athlete or something like that. But I really love it. The design is awesome so I guess I’m going to get one

[@Arnold_Schwarzenegger9059]

Are you seriously buying a watch for $999 just because you like the design?

[@JasonSW]

Same. I usually get the stainless steel cellular model, which is the same price as Ultra, so I decided to get the Ultra instead. I like it because it's more durable, and it has better battery life.

[@ThatIndianKid002]

Hey my friend love your content! Diver here, In the review you say "theoretically dive to 100m" in fact this watch is rated for 40m which is about 130 feet, dont get me wrong most of dives are about 100 feet max so this is perfectly capable for casual diving but I have been past 130 feet so this excellent for a watch but just something to think about. Maybe look into this though, they say this is WR100 rated which means 5ATM of pressure rating which translates to 50M. So there is a discrepancy between them saying 40m approved then also saying WR100.

[@ryan_cowan]

40m below water is 5 ATM of pressure. You forgot to add the 1atm of pressure from the actual atmosphere

[@wylie102]

I think the waterproofing is rated to 100m but as a dive computer its rated to 40m

[@ThatIndianKid002]

@@wylie102 Hey guys after talking to a watch dealer this is absolutely correct WR100 means the watch can take 100m worth of water pressure 10Atm in an isolated chamber not moving however the ultra is only certified to DIVE to 40m because it will experience movement and bangs and other forces

[@ThatIndianKid002]

After further research - Official from apple: "Apple Watch Ultra has a water resistance rating of 100 meters under ISO standard 22810. It may be used for recreational scuba diving (with compatible third-party app from the App Store) to 40 meters and high-speed water sports. Apple Watch Ultra should not be used for diving below 40 meters. Water resistance is not a permanent condition and can diminish over time."

[@alexanderbarrera9906]

I love smartwatches and am currently in love with Samsung's classic lineup. Oh god I might have to switch to IOS, this watch looks incredible :')

[@mattrose6816]

Galaxy watch 4 pushed me to ios. Lte model couldn't handle a 2 minute call away from my phone without overheating.

[@TejBBF223]

@@mattrose6816 thats crazy.

[@jakepreedin]

I ordered mine and I don't do any of those rugged sports. I simply want the advanced tech and longer battery life. Very interested to see how it will feel on my wrist. I currently have the series 7 45mm.

[@MikesBikes2020]

Awesome news, definitely on the right direction! I will stick to my Garmin until they can match the battery of it.

[@Nordtroll]

I just hiked across the Alps for two weeks this summer, while wearing the Series 7 with a regular sport band, same or similar to the one Marques has on in the video (me in the smaller 41mm case size). Battery life was just fine, only turning off some connectivity options during the day and using it mainly for time, alarms, GPS tracking with Strava, some weather, heart rate info, etc. And recharging it about every other day at a mountain hut. I only had to use power reserve on one particularly long section for the final two hours or so. And it didn’t get any noticeable scratches, or more than in everyday use at home. While it had some climbing sections my trip wasn’t on an extreme route, and the weather was rather too hot than featuring whiteout conditions, so not many scenes to show in an ad for a specialized outdoor watch. But in my experience that regular Apple Watch edition with the recent release versions can definitely take some rugged environments already.