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Apple Watch Ultra 2: 49mm Titanium GPS + Cellular

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The Ultimate Adventure CompanionIntroducing the Apple Watch Ultra 2, the ultimate smartwatch for athletes, adventurers, and water sports enthusiasts. Featuring a rugged titanium case, extra-long battery life, and advanced health and safety features, this carbon-neutral smartwatch is ready for any...

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Overview

The Ultimate Adventure Companion

Introducing the Apple Watch Ultra 2, the ultimate smartwatch for athletes, adventurers, and water sports enthusiasts. Featuring a rugged titanium case, extra-long battery life, and advanced health and safety features, this carbon-neutral smartwatch is ready for any challenge.

  • Case Size: 49mm
  • Case Material: Corrosion-resistant titanium
  • Connectivity: GPS + Cellular
  • Display: Brightest Always-On Retina display
  • Water Resistance: 100m
  • Battery Life: Up to 36 hours (72 hours in Low Power Mode)
  • Health Features: Heart health notifications, Blood Oxygen app, ECG app, Fall Detection, Crash Detection
  • Outdoor Features: Compass app, Compass Waypoints, Backtrack
  • Included Band: Indigo Alpine Loop (Large)
  • Carbon Neutral: Yes (with latest Alpine Loop or Trail Loop)

Key Features

CARBON NEUTRAL — Apple Watch Ultra 2 paired with the latest Alpine Loop or Trail Loop is carbon neutral. Learn more about Apple’s commitment to the environment at apple.com/2030.

WHY APPLE WATCH ULTRA 2 — Rugged, capable, and built to meet the demands of endurance athletes, outdoor adventurers, and water sport enthusiasts — with a specialized band for each. The S9 SiP enables a superbright display and a magical new way to quickly and easily interact with your Apple Watch without touching the display. Up to 36 hours of battery life and 72 hours in Low Power Mode.

EXTREMELY RUGGED, INCREDIBLY CAPABLE — 49mm corrosion-resistant titanium case. Large Digital Crown and Customizable Action button for instant control over a variety of functions. 100m water resistance.

BIGGEST, BRIGHTEST DISPLAY YET — Apple’s brightest Always-On Retina display is easy to see, even in direct sunlight. More room for adding complications to customize your watch face and enough space to view six metrics at once.

THE FREEDOM OF CELLULAR — Cellular is built in. You can call and text without your iPhone, even overseas with international roaming. Stream your favorite music and podcasts. Get directions with Maps.

FOR ATHLETES — Advanced metrics and views in the Workout app, including Heart Rate Zones, custom workouts, and new cycling workout views. Precision dual-frequency GPS provides incredible accuracy for calculating distance, pace, and route maps. Trail Loop is a light, thin, and flexible band, designed especially for all workout types.

FOR OUTDOOR ADVENTURERS — The Compass app delivers helpful views and details like elevation, incline, longitude, and latitude. See the last place where you had cellular reception. Mark your location with Compass Waypoints. Backtrack uses GPS to map where you’ve been so you can retrace your steps. Alpine Loop is an extremely rugged and secure band to meet the needs of all outdoor adventurers.

FOR WATER SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS — Made for recreational water sports, scuba, and free diving for descents to 40 meters. The Depth app shows the time, current depth, water temperature, duration under water, and maximum depth you’ve reached. The Oceanic+ app puts a dive computer on your wrist. Ocean Band is light and flexible, with a titanium buckle and adjustable loop for a secure fit even during high-speed water sports.

ADVANCED HEALTH AND SAFETY FEATURES — Heart health notifications, the Blood Oxygen app, and the ECG app keep you informed and empowered when it comes to your health. Fall Detection and Crash Detection can connect you with emergency services in the event of a hard fall or a severe car crash. Hold the Action button to activate a siren that can be heard up to 600 feet away.

LEGAL DISCLAIMERS — This is a summary of the main product features. See below to learn more.

Specifications

Model
Apple Watch Ultra 2
Case Size
49mm
Case Material
Corrosion-resistant titanium
Connectivity
GPS + Cellular
Display Type
Always-On Retina display
Battery Life (Standard)
Up to 36 hours
Battery Life (Low Power Mode)
Up to 72 hours
Water Resistance
100m (recreational water sports, scuba, free diving to 40 meters)
Special Features
Customizable Action button, Depth app, Oceanic+ app, Heart Rate Zones, Compass Waypoints, Backtrack, Fall Detection, Crash Detection, Emergency Siren
Environmental Claim
Carbon neutral (when paired with latest Alpine Loop or Trail Loop)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features built-in cellular and GPS, enabling independent communication, navigation, and music streaming without an iPhone.
  • Constructed with an extremely rugged 49mm corrosion-resistant titanium case, ensuring high durability for various activities.
  • Offers a large Digital Crown and a customizable Action button, providing enhanced control and quick access to functions.
  • Equipped with Apple’s brightest Always-On Retina display, offering exceptional readability even in direct sunlight.
  • Includes comprehensive health and safety features, such as heart health notifications, Blood Oxygen and ECG apps, Fall and Crash Detection, and an emergency siren.

👎 Cons

  • The 49mm size of the watch might feel substantial on smaller wrists, potentially impacting comfort or aesthetic.
  • While providing up to 36 hours of battery life (72 hours in Low Power Mode), frequent charging may still be required for continuous heavy use.
  • Specific details about the band included are not highlighted in the title, though features mention various specialized bands are available.
  • Full carbon neutrality is achieved when paired with specific newer bands, which may not be the default or included option.
  • Activating cellular functionality, including international roaming, generally requires an additional and separate cellular plan subscription.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 provides up to 36 hours of battery life, extending to 72 hours when in Low Power Mode.
Yes, when paired with the latest Alpine Loop or Trail Loop, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a carbon-neutral product.
The watch features a 49mm corrosion-resistant titanium case, designed for ruggedness and capability.
Yes, cellular is built into this model, enabling calls, texts, music streaming, and navigation independently of your iPhone, including international roaming.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 uses precision dual-frequency GPS, offering incredible accuracy for calculating distance, pace, and mapping routes.
Advanced safety features consist of Fall Detection, Crash Detection, and a siren that can be heard up to 600 feet away for emergency situations.
Yes, it features Apple’s brightest Always-On Retina display, ensuring it is easy to see even in direct sunlight.