What is Your wrist and loop size ? My wrist size 15cm. Alpine loop small or medium size choose ?

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

My wrist is 17.5cm and I went for the Medium Alpine Loop 👍

@LJ-jq8og

Жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtsOnThings You would THINK apple would have made a conversion CHART for the older bands to help pick the appropriate Ultra bands.... Apple screwed that up big time !

@Richard_Barnes

Жыл бұрын

My wrist is 17.5cm and I still got and use a small strap. It fits well, however the gap to get the watch on and off is a little tight, but the strap buckle does sit under my wrist. I would suggest for 15cm wrist that the small strap would be better. 👍🏻 (I also know someone who has a 18cm wrist and manages with small strap but did change to a medium later)

@LJ-jq8og

Жыл бұрын

@@Richard_Barnes Thx

@matejstipic

Жыл бұрын

I think new ultra bands are a bit on smaller side, I usually wear M/L sport band, but i tested M alpine band and it is almost too short for me, my wrist is around 17-18cm.

I got the ultra a month after its release, and have loved it since it arrived. But it REALLY won me over when I had a motorcycle accident. It automatically called the police and ambulance services to my location. It also informed my partner that I was in an accident, where the accident happened, and sent her periodic updates as to my location while I was in the ambulance on the way to the hospital. The most amazing thing is that it didn't even get the slightest scratch, and still looks brand new. Bloody love this watch.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

It’s comments like this that make you think twice about leaving it at home. Hope you are ok after the accident?

@aaronnonymous3669

Жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtsOnThings this is definitely shown itself to be a keep it on yourself at all times product. Without a doubt. And that is coming from someone who HATES the Apple ecosystem. Yeah, I'm healing nicely, the broken hand is taking its time, but everything else is almost completely back to normal.

@stevewhitfield1635

Жыл бұрын

As a motorcyclist myself, I appreciate your testimony. Thank you.

@aaronnonymous3669

Жыл бұрын

@@stevewhitfield1635 no worries mate. If you're looking at getting an AWU, I highly recommend it. You won't be disappointed.

@justinkeefe3456

Жыл бұрын

WOW awesome story!

I don't do extreme sports anymore but i do have cancer and i get dizzy and fall a lot, i also get low blood pressure and fast and low heart rates so i bought the Ultra mainly for the fall detector and the siren so it will tell me if I'm walking unsteadily and also turn on the siren automatically if i fall.. and it works.. i fell in the shower and my kids were out in the driveway and heard the loud siren and came inside to help me. i also like that it alerts me if my oxygen level is low and of my heart rate and reminds me when to take meds. but they might all do those. it also checks your temperature which is nice. i have tiny little wrist and it took a good week to get use to and its heaver than my other large iwatches. i have to keep a bandaid on my wrist bone bc it sits right on top and bruises it but i would buy it again and love it so far. also I havent charged it but once since i got it and that was about 5 days ago. will need to charge tonight probably but its been at 10% all day.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Julie this is really heartwarming to read and sorry it’s taken me so long to reply. I think a lot of people that don’t do extreme sports are going to buy this watch and your experience described here is a brilliant example of that. It’s great to hear that sometimes the simplest things are the most useful. Really hope you keep fighting and wish you all the best with your treatment. Thanks again for the comment 🙏

@sherifwii3751

Жыл бұрын

Get well soon Julie 😊! Stay stronger

@04rit

Жыл бұрын

Get well soon Julie!!❤

@theflyingbrompton4787

Жыл бұрын

Julie, thank you for your post. I am in the same boat as you’re in. You have convinced me in getting the watch. Thank you. God speed!

@pete23soccer

Жыл бұрын

Nothing you said was new

Ok so the way YOU sold the ultra as the upgrade of the titanium was WAY better then the whole Apple marketing on it and you helped me made my mind up about getting the ultra instead of the series 8 without feeling guilty to not be a hardcore adventurer. Apple need to hire you for marketing 👏🏾👏🏾

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

😂😂🙏👍

@toadlguy

Жыл бұрын

So I think the way Apple is marketing it is probably right. For someone who is coming from the Apple ecosystem or a previous Apple Watch, the comparison to the Series 7 Titanium is pretty obvious. Apple is trying to go after the Garmin / Polar / Suunto users who could care less what last years titanium watch cost since it didn’t remotely do what they want.

@FIared

Жыл бұрын

I was looking for this comment haha, u are totally right

@alexczink9397

Жыл бұрын

u don`t have to be hard core in anything .. is 70 % more batery life and brighter, bigger but not too big.. is an ez choice

This watch is high on my list but after this video I’m going to be pressing forward with the purchase! This is a well thought out and quality video. Thanks for the wonderful job and presentation. I didn’t get that fizz from the Apple presentation, as I did here, because they truly laser focused on the three groups but not considering mid-road athletes and sportsman who require just as great a wrist instrument over many levels. You did a fine job. Thanks again.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

🙏 thanks really appreciate it

@rad6666

Жыл бұрын

Hope you bought a Garmin, not this pos.

@rad6666

Жыл бұрын

To every hiker's astonishment, there is no map on Ultra. Instead, Apple focused on telling how the watch now records a backtrack of waypoints that you can use to get out of the wilderness. Are the waypoints and backtrack the best Apple can do in 2022?

@seanybreeze315

Жыл бұрын

Go on eBay and save a couple bucks, that’s what I did. Couldn’t see myself paying 800+ for a watch when I only paid 700 for for a brand new 256gb 13 pro max. But, 1,300 for the two is 👌🏾

This finally made me to buy a watch from apple. I am a bit of a watch collector, so it was mostly that, and the flat shape change, design change, plus my plus obsessive choice to always buy the titanium version of every watch in my collection moved me. I could care less about the most “extreme” version. Pretty happy about all that. I think a tonne of watch of collectors are coming across.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Nice 👌👍

I'm not an extreme sports athlete but I'm currently awaiting delivery of my Ultra. I ran a Series 3 for several years. It was time for an upgrade so why not upgrade as far as I can. Looking forward to the increased battery life and trying to figure out how to make the most of the tech that the Ultra includes in my relatively normal lifestyle.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Nice 👍

@devALLjapan

Жыл бұрын

I upgraded from the 3 to the 7 but now I sort of wish I had waited, oh well, I’ll give the 7 a few years and who knows what will be out!

@scatpack7172

Жыл бұрын

I’m still rocking the Series 3 lol 😂 still works and I believe I don’t need any new feature. Works fine for me

@davem.2788

Жыл бұрын

L.P. - I'm not an extreme sports athlete either, but was able to get my hands on (and I purchased) an Apple Watch UIltra with Black Ocean band. ABSOLUTELY love and I can't take it off of my wrist, except to recharge ever 2-3 days of full time use. Awesome tech - you'll love it!

@wombatsauce

Жыл бұрын

Same for me - have had my Series 3 since 2017, and hoping to pick up an Ultra this month. What do you think about it so far?

I love the ULTRA. I got it as a gift from my company and I couldnt believe it. Its my first apple watch and i could not be happier. 🎉

@ThoughtsOnThings

10 ай бұрын

👍

Excellent Review: I agree with you that the Ultra is a no-brainer. People way more of Hermes and stainless steel + fancy band. Even if you are not an athlete, this watch is one of the best products Apple has made. It is simply beautiful, the screen is amazing, and so many feature that the series 8 does not have. Get it. You'll not regret it

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Ive never bought the Apple Watch due to not liking the round edged screens, the ultra is what I’ve been waiting for, really like what they’ve done with this model, I will definitely be purchasing this model. Great vid, thanks.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

🙏👍

Excellent review! I picked up my Ultra on Friday and I’m with ya, I’m keeping it!!!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Cory - nice 👌

You're one cheeky man aren't you. Tempting me to buy one so with a top-notch video quality haha. I wish I had enough money right now. But this is now on my list.

My first Apple Watch was a series 2. The biggest reason why I went to Garmin was because of battery life. After 4 years, that 2 week battery life on the Garmin was finally down to about 2 days if I was lucky. I need a new watch. I decided to go with the series 7, and it was a great watch. I was able to squeeze out close to 2 days of use if it was used sparingly. Then I saw the launch presentation, and was instantly drawn to the Ultra. I haven’t even had it for 24 hours yet, but with some pretty heavy use checking it out, I’ve still got 89% of the battery after close to 15 hours. The size is right where my Garmin was (50mm), and I missed that larger screen with the 45mm series 7. I chose the Ocean band mainly because I’m not a fan of hooks and Velcro. It’s definitely a stout watch, and I know that whatever I can throw at it, it’ll be able to handle it.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍👌

@JennNJ10

Жыл бұрын

55mm WTH!???? U mine as well strap an iPad to your wrist !!! That’s is ridiculously tooooo big to even be CALLED A WATCH!!!!!! , I’d feel like a real d**k wearing a 55 mm .. I’m a girl but even a male …. 44mm should be the largest PERIOD!!!!

@ahefner33

Жыл бұрын

And after years when that 36 goes to 12 hours

@alexczink9397

Жыл бұрын

@@ahefner33

@robhughes8516

Жыл бұрын

@@ahefner33 on any watch, phone computer etc that you can/will buy… so your point is?

I saw lots of reviews for the ultra and this video was the best. i was between the ultra and S8 SS. And for the small price different am going with the ultra.

@williamhullum6415

Жыл бұрын

Not better than Flossy Carter

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Fahadar, means a lot 🙏 although I doubt it’s the best review out there! Personally I love the different perspectives of multiple reviews, it’s usually what helps me decide on whether to get something 👍

Got my Ultra and it is amazing compared to my previous version. Rugged, great weight but not too heavy. Almost 4 days without charging with normal use (not a lot of activity tracking, GPS, workout tracking, etc.). I don’t like the Alpine Loop band. It stretched and the clasp is a pain. There are other options on Amazon.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍

This video is so much better than it has any reason to be. It’s literally commercial/documentary TV quality.

I noticed that, too. When I watched the Apple Event I was just shocked that the price is cheaper than the previous titanium.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍

You forgot to mention about the band being included which is $100, plus shipping fee. According to UPS site, it came from China lol. 2 day express shipping is maybe around $150-$200 depending on Apple's contract with UPS. And where I live, we don't pay state tax. Free shipping with band and no tax.... Sounds like a good deal to me :)

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

I know! Was tempted to include that but would have made the video even longer and felt like the point was made (Steve wouldn’t have gone into shipping costs etc 😂)!

@mikearthur8129

Жыл бұрын

Is there a watch on the market that doesn't include the wristband? Excluding pocket.

Such a good quality video with amazing shots. Well done dude.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

🙏

I ordered mine. One thing to keep in mind is the possibility of a trade in as well. My current Apple Watch is worth like $125 or something. I mean the Ultra is still expensive, but the trade in is still nice.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Indeed 👍

Great video and I get the price comparison. I am in Singapore and I saw this as only about SGD $50/60 more than the stainless steel series 8... I am keen on how the dive computer functions and the longer battery life. I tried one on with the ocean band and it felt great.. so I have ordered it... will arrive in a couple of weeks.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏 Nice hope you like it 👍

You’re totally right. The way the Ultra has been marketed is counter intuitive……presenting it as being for “elite athletes “ and extreme sports people immediately makes the other 99.5% of the population assume the Ultra isn’t for them. Whoever suggested that idea and whoever approved it need their asses kicking. It’s marketing 101….you want to sell an item, make everyone believe that they need one. So silly to market it to a handful of end users.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Did seem a bit odd to me. Appreciate it’s supposed to be aspirational marketing but I think they could have tweaked the narrative slightly at launch event.. 🤷‍♂️

@sinoperture

Жыл бұрын

Why kick their donkeys?

@bbde1980

Жыл бұрын

I would disagree here. The way they market the Ultra is more or less how (Swiss) luxury tool watches of IWC and the like are typically being marketed. Present extreme features only relevant to fighter pilots and other extreme users, and many of the „normal population“ will want to feel as if they belong to these extreme groups. This is actually a classic marketing strategy, in which you need you need a highly demanding and well respected user segment to drive demand and desire. Apart from the fact that I learned such cases in my MBA, I can say it totally worked for me. When the new Top Gun movie came out, I immediately wanted a new IWC. Now Apple released the Ultra, I bought it, and my desire for a Swiss watch is gone. At least for me, Apple just killed high-end tool watches.

@McLaughlinca12

Жыл бұрын

That’s not Marketing 101- Marketing 101 has a few different marketing principles. This one builds a Target Persona (Elite Athletes) and then breaks into the current market with a ‘better’ product geared towards that persona. This is an “extension of a line” and they marketed to a subset of people that they aren’t currently getting sales from.

I was drawn in by the title expecting another feature of some sort, but I stuck around til the end of the video as you said, and now I’m not cancelling my order 😅 was considering getting a cheaper watch but just as you pointed out, it’s actually a way better value. You literally sold this item to me. Great job! Liked, saved, and subscribed! 🎉

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Daniel, glad you enjoyed the video and hope you like the watch!

We just got ours and love them. Like you, these replaced the Series 7, and the battery life is incredible! Absolutely love this watch! Great video, presentation! Off hand, what kind of draw pad is that you have?? That’s sweet!!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Wayne - do you mean my iPad Pro?

Very helpful. Been considering another smart watch other than my Gear 3. Thanks for sharing.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍 hope you like it!

Loved the price breakdown; we all got it in our family 😊

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍

This is a great perspective and I love the fact that you know Steve Jobs’ marketing line of thoughts so well. You actually gave me a reason to finalize/justify my decision in getting the Ultra.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

😂 personally I love it and think it’s for more people than they position it (albeit aspirational - I get why they do it). Hope you like it 👍

@TonGregorio

Жыл бұрын

Same here! placed a pre-order in my hometown after watching this video and many others...i'm no means an athlete just a casual runner from time to time but the features in the ultra really makes it value for money compared to the other watches even the iphone 14 pro (just my 2 cents) and heck this is my first smartwatch hahahaah

I had this watch. I am a big guy. 6’2 with medium build. I liked the size of it and the look of it on my wrist. I kept it for 2 weeks and just couldn’t get used to the size and the weight. It’s just too thick and I was constantly hitting the crown and main button when doing various things at work and setting the siren off. I never inadvertently pushed this buttons on my 4 series 44mm ever. Not once in 4 years. At the Apple Store the lady said they are getting a lot of returns and it’s always the same complaint. Too big and too uncomfortable. I have my 4 back on and I’m thinking about what’s next.

I bought my 1st Apple Watch last year series 7. I chose titanium due to the fact I work outside with heavy equipment. It was a no brainer to upgrade to the Ultra being that it was a better value and presumably way more durable. I was surprised too that Apple didn’t promote this selling point.

@n0aimChris

Жыл бұрын

Which loop did you go for? I'm thinking midnight loop because I'm scared the other colors would get messed up when I get oil on them

@zroreaper

Жыл бұрын

this is why i want it as well since i work in a processing plant as a lab tech i run around the plant collecting my samples and running tests i want something that will last in the field just incase i have to run a dept as well

@Mr.Anderson.81

Жыл бұрын

My apple series 4 was very durable. Had it for 3 years with only light scratches working outside. Can’t wait to see how the ultra hold up.

@Mr.Anderson.81

Жыл бұрын

@@n0aimChris I went with the midnight loop myself for that very reason.

@LeftHandLane5

Жыл бұрын

@@n0aimChris I got midnight loop and was disappointed first of all I thought it was Black but it's more like a pale blue

Tried on the Ultra in the Apple Store and it was comically large on my wrist. Walked out with a 41mm stainless steel AWS8 instead and I don't regret it one bit.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍

Nicely paced and voiced video. Seems to be getting rare these days to find a non-shouty factual and easy to listen-to voiceover. I bought an Ultra today and I immediately didn't like the faffy new band (maybe it's just me but it feels a bit like an overdesigned, yet not robust, "clasping" mechanism/hook and sleeve). So I just took the Velcro-like one off the previous series and for now attached that instead. e.g. If I'm using the MacBook Pro, I don't want that little hook scratching-up the surface. Anyways, subscribed to see what you get up to... thanks.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks really appreciate it. 🙏

Thanks for the video! You really put a lot of effort with the fillimng and editing! I'm happy to see more than 100K view for this video. My wrist size is 158mm and I'm using my current Amzefit T-REX for my dirt bike (enduro) riding. The ultra is the only option for me with Apple watch becuase of it's ruggedness but I'm not sure how it will fit my little wrist...I don't have an option to try one on my wrist before I buy it...if the 45mm is fine by me, than the ultra shuold be too?

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏. Really difficult to say, but Apple have a great returns policy so best to try it on and then return if not ok 👍

Super excited to get mine in. Lots of days in the field in the Army, I’ll be glad to have this bad boy for my time out there.

This made me confirm my purchase ! Perfect review. Apple should pay you for this !😅

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

😂🙏

I’ve watched quite a few of these unboxing and early reviews videos while awaiting my ultra’s arrival and I think yours is the best. I was initially skeptical of your “wait until the end for something that nobody’s talking about” pitch. But you made an excellent point that I really hadn’t heard mentioned! And the illustration was a great touch. Nice work. I even subscribed, which I never do. Look forward to your next.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks Jason really appreciate it - will endeavour to live up to next video expectations! Just comes down to how much time I have sadly. The more time the better the video generally. Glad you liked it anyway and thanks again for the sub 🙏

I just upgraded from my series 3...I like the feel of the ultra...no complaints on my end

Thank you for the screen protectors. Just purchased some through your link via amazon. :)

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Nice let me know how you get on with them. I think they’re great 👍

I agree 100 percent. This was a huge missed opportunity in its presentation.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

🙏

@alfredmohi7238

Жыл бұрын

What you just said is how I justified the purchase myself. I also agree that this was a massive selling point they whiffed on

@DeeKay1911

Жыл бұрын

Your way was the classic Steve way… and boy it worked!

@shaun1900

Жыл бұрын

Except that style of presentation is uniquely Steve and the market has moved on.

@JohnAllen84

Жыл бұрын

So, I purchased mine at best buy for $799 usd. Love it.

Minute 9:20 I thought that too! “Why is no one talking about this?” For sure they could’ve done it better. You just sold me Apple Watch Ultra with your explanation 🤙🏼🔥

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

😂 👍 hope you like it! Personally I love it but I appreciate its not for everyone

@mauriciojimenez98

Жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtsOnThings Yes, thank you! You deserve more subs btw… you already have one more🤙🏼

Have it LOVE it. It is perfect for mountain biking and running. I get much more accurate trail mapping when mountin biking.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍👍

I have never owned an Apple Watch until now because I have 8” wrists and the regular versions look like women’s watches on me. That all changed with the Ultra and I am now a happy owner. This is the best watch I have ever owned and the trail loop band is extremely comfortable.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍👍

This is my first time seeing one of your videos. But I’m now a subscriber. THIS… is great content! And you are absolutely spot-on with your comments regarding how SJ would have intro’d the new Ultra. Seriously good stuff. Thank you!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bradley - means a lot 🙏

for starters I got my ultra the last month and it was a huge jump for me from the first SE model the 40mm (that was tiny) but fine, then I got the ULTRA, to be honest it's good and more importantly it's really tough and rugged, the outer body is so strong I accidentally banged it several times and nothing happened to it, I kept seeing that the screen is strong as well but I can't go moving around with no screen protector on it considering it's an expensive watch so I got my screen protector, now let me be honest on something Apple is good at doing there job but if only they did it better, the number one issue with all the watches including the ultra is battery, let's not stop talking about it, Garmin 30 days single charge, Huawei watches (the GT line from 11 to 14 days and the regular ones that almost look like bands from 7 to 10 days, the past models of the apple watches can last literally 17 hours but with a little bit of tweaking it can last 26 hours, the ultra can reach 60 hours yeah but still a watch with all these features why the battery isn't that great. that is all and have great day everyone

@hardcore4476

Жыл бұрын

Because the Apple Watch has so many things going on in the background. I’m pretty sure they cracked open all the competition and seen that it’s simply due to less features.

@Windsurfingaddict

9 ай бұрын

Apple Watch has a amoled screen like the Garmin Epix 2 and 2 pro and give about 5 days give or take and slightly more depending on model size and more if you turn off always on display ect ect. Most Garmin watches use memory-in-pixel (MiP) displays and what gives them amazing battery life but duller screens, turn on the highest setting like multi band GPS and see how fast the battery lasts along with amoled screen and then in the same time frame as Apple Watches, the Garmin 47 and 51mm Fenix 7 and a few other models are big thick chunk watches allowing for bigger battery’s, I’m not on biased on either as like both brands for different reasons.

This is my first Apple Watch and it arrives tomorrow, I can’t wait to enjoy the experience😊. Great video!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Hope you enjoy the Watch 👍👍

Just discovered your channel ! Awesome thoughts about this product and loved the way you show this watch, like many here I like this watch a lot but felt guilty to not be an hardcore guy.. Weird that apple didn't said some of the points you showed. Anyways, Really good video ! thank you !

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks means a lot 🙏

The Ultra is priced very well considering you’re getting a much better more capable titanium watch vs the SS Series 8 45mm Cellular, which is just $50 less. I am finding that my battery lasts anywhere from 48-60 hours with moderate to heavy usage. It is connected to my phone more often than not, but that’s still a big leap for the Apple Watch.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Agreed

I'm used to big chunky divers watches so the ultra feels smallish on me, I suppose it's a matter of personal taste!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Indeed

Great clip! Upgraded from the 3.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Nice 👍 - hope you like it

A very good review. Best I’ve heard for a very long time. Especially the last chapter. Very informative

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrea 🙏

Lovely review mate..especially that price pyramid stuff and your take on how Steve would have done it was really cool..As a hardcore Steve Jobs admirer, i really felt as if it was indeed Steve doing the presentation..Really miss him and his inimitable way of selling and presenting things ..

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Aadil - appreciate it. Miss that man a lot, think the world does too

I’ve never had a watch before and I made the leap and preordered the ultra. Besides the ocean band being to small and having to order the extension I love it. I’m somewhat active and bang this thing against everything and it keeps going no damage to the watch.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍

2nd day having this watch and 2 14 pro maxes and I’m loving this watch more and more each and every second ☺️☺️☺️

Good looking review video. Honestly, not what I look for in a review, but I appreciate the effort and technical insight along with your honest opinions. Keep it up!

Not sure why you said nobody is talking about the pricing on the Ultra. Lots of people have mentioned the pricing on the Ultra! If you look a delivery times for some models that are 8-10 weeks, people have noticed. I do think they are selling a lot of the Ultra to regular people and casual athletes. Just because it can be used for diving and marathons doesn’t mean only those people will buy it. Many people buy diving watches because they like the look, not because they intend to dive with it. This watch will continue to expand Apple’s dominance in the smartwatch category.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

100% agree. But I do think they could have made it seem more like a watch for the many and attempted to show how the pricing was a good deal, they didn’t.

Knowing how Steve Jobs would’ve promoted the Apple Ultra. Brought me back. You did so well with this review thank you!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

😂 🙏

great review😱! If I was still taking dive trips regularly and had my career, this would definitely be on my wrist. As it is, I would have to save for a year or two to buy this. So, I will be sticking with my Series 6 for the for-seeable future. I love the features, but can’t justify it as 8 am no longer able to dive. Well….. I saved up and bought an Ultra. I love the bigger display and incredible battery life. Also, if I get health enough to dive again, my Ultra is ready. 8 still have a lot to learn about the increased functions. So far I love it!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

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Even for Apple to release a Ultra 2 , will be hard to beat Ultra watch, this is how good they finished this watch, amazing quality and I don’t mind that is a 49mm , actually I like it a lot, even got for my self a pair and same in the same green band 😅

@Atlan_tis

Жыл бұрын

@James Davis garmin finix 7 solar is dam good watch too, both watches puts Rolex in the dust honestly

I’m going to fit a guard on my ultra….as I’ve just smashed my series five …it dropped off my wrist …

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Nooooooooo

I upgraded from series 4. I truly believe it was worth the wait. Great video. Cheers

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

🙏 me too!

I work outside at any temperature and weather. It withstanding -7 degrees was a selling point for me. Iv been to used to my phone not working during the cold months.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Nice

Love what you did here, especially the iPad diagramming. What app were you using? And what “skin” is on your pencil? Thanks!!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏 all my gear saved here, scroll down to iPad accessories: kit.co/ThoughtsOnThings

I have had a series 0 and a series 1 since their release. Aluminum. Never had any case or screen damage. I wore it every day doing building maintenance, car repair, etc. I really like the 38mm size of my series 1 (my series 0 was a 42MM). I didnt baby it by any means, and they handled everything I ever threw at it. I'm curious as to how much damage people are really doing to their aluminum watches. When I looked to upgrade this year, I wanted the ultra, but 1) the size is just too big to be practical for me. I don't need a dive computer size watch for everyday wear. I wish there were other sizes. 2) only 1 color. I like raw titanium, but something a bit more muted would be nice. 3) I don't need the cellular option...which is not an option. If Apple would release a smaller version of the Ultra without Cellular and perhaps with other color options, I would by it, I think others would too. Until then, I am happy with my aluminum Series 8, it does everything I need it to do. By the way, my original apple watches still work, still hold a charge for a full day, and I have handed them down to my kids. Apple offered me nothing for trade in on them.

I did notice that the Ultra is priced really well compared to a cellular 45mm at $529us. But I don’t believe it would have even been or should have been presented as a deal compared to or replacing a titanium model at $850. Totally different watch for a totally different customer.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

I hear you, that’s the direction they’ve taken, but could have gone another direction if they’d wanted. Interesting though 👍

@superskweeky

Жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtsOnThings I’m waiting for my new ultra watch To be delivered I’m so excited 😆

@GameThrillers

Жыл бұрын

In reality, how many real divers, hard core rock climbers, hikers, etc. would actually use this watch? I just bought one and I love it. I’m in agriculture so I bought it for the ruggedness and because it was finally time to upgrade from the series 2. Longer battery life and a whole bunch of other features. It’s basically the pro model many people have been waiting for. If I was in the market for a new watch when the series 7 came out, I would’ve considered the titanium. At the least, I definitely would’ve felt like they did an even better job with the ultra if they did market it that way. I agree it’s not necessarily designed for the same consumer, but we all know it’s going to be the same returning consumers for the newest premium apple tech, and then some new ones lol.

Nice work matey, you did a great job at reviewing the Ultra, liked and subscribed😎

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

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What a brilliant "How to position this watch" recap! Instead of making it feel like a price gap, it becomes a great deal and rightfully so!

I suspect the Ultra didn’t come in additional colors because it is advertised as a sports watch, and as such, would be scraped up in short order. Any anodized coloring they added would look awful after the first few athletic events. If the anodized coating gets scuffed up just plugging in cables into the ports on the MacBook Air M2 midnight color, what would a watch look like after months of activity? Instead, Apple left the titanium as its natural color, so any scuffing won’t really change its appearance. As long as its advertised as a rugged watch, I wouldn’t expect any more colors.

@melgross

Жыл бұрын

The great thing is that Apple has lots of authorized third party band manufacturers, and while maybe a bit too thin, all of the large size watch bands fit the Ultra. I’m happy because I have the black stainless bracelet, which I’ve worn for over 7 years now, and I love. But those third parties will shortly come out with plenty of unique bands for these. Everyone will be able to find a band they like. That’s the great thing about Apple selling so many watches. These companies have been falling over themselves to make the best accessories, not to mention those unknown brand Chinese products. I don’t think Jobs would have done anything he’s saying here.

@Noah6692

Жыл бұрын

They should’ve made the whole case ceramic. You can make ceramic any color

@techinrl9869

Жыл бұрын

@@Noah6692 I’m not sure how well that would work. Ceramic is more brittle and heavier than titanium, not a good thing for a watch expected to take a lot of physical punishment. The bottom of the watch is ceramic where it’s not exposed. The watch already being over 61 grams in weight would weigh even more if the entire frame were ceramic. Titanium is lighter and stronger than stainless steel. Last time Apple made a ceramic watch, the 44mm titanium watch weighed 41.7g while the ceramic 44mm weighed 46.7g. A ceramic Ultra might weigh close to 70g. If I were to guess, probably around 68g. If Apple decides next year that more ordinary people are buying it than adventurers, they might relent and allow more colors for the titanium, but caution that true adventurers should buy the basic silver.

@melgross

Жыл бұрын

@@Noah6692 the back is zirconium dioxide. You can’t make it any color. They use it because it’s very strong and hard. But machining this very complex case out of it would be much more expensive, which is why the ceramic watch cases cost even more, when they were available. Titanium is en excellent material for the case.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

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Awesome video. I just ordered my watch. Upgraded from a series 2 to the Ultra. I used your link to buy the screen protector.

I have the black titanium and the black stainless steel Apple watch 7. I always wanted the black titanium and glad I jumped on it last year

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

👍 wish the ultra came in black titanium!

The Ultra is an amazing watch and is reasonably priced... I went with the 45m in stainless still as it is too large on my tiny wrists....and isn't really my style ...Nice video...

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Sade 🙏

1. Great info. I just bought my watch and I’ve been reconsidering it (hasn’t arrived yet, but cost), but… 2. The Steve Jobs callback was absolutely on point. I could 100% hear him say that. Not just that, but also against the competition: this thing competes with the Garmin Fenix 7 and that’s an $800 watch as well, but this has more features. I really enjoyed this and your take. Subscribed!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

🙏👍 thanks Norb

@ijaxon6675

Жыл бұрын

I've never been on a trail run and needed to check email or send a sms text, it's the last thing I'm thinking of. This isn't a dedicated watch with the actual sports features people are actually using, that's why Garmin is selling Epix, Tactix, Vertix and Fenix watches. The Ultra still doesn't come close to the battery life of a Garmin watch. This is a watch for people who have lower tier usage needs who buy expensive outdoor clothes for fashion. This is the same company that removed a RCA jack to sell their bluetooth headset at a premium price.

@NorbReviews

Жыл бұрын

@@ijaxon6675 - Those are fair points. From my end, I’m actually a cyclist, so checking the screen itself is the furthest thing from my mind (Unless it’s my bike computer). I currently use a Garmin Venu, which has fantastic battery life. I wanted to give the Watch a try because, as it so happens, I’m also now spending time in the woods and mountains, places where I’d like something more than the Venu, with things like maps and safety features. Having one device that I like to do it all PLUS be my daily driver PLUS have great phone integration is a attractive option, especially since I don’t feel I do it enough to justify getting individual pieces of dedicated equipment. Maybe I’ll try it and decide to stick with Garmin, but I’m interested enough to give this a try!

well put together video and thanks for a none bias general view of the product.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

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love the begging of your video. it looks like a movie

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

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Wish it had a low power mode which could give one week battery. Apple being such a big company with all the profits should invest more into solid state battery tech and bring it to their products.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Yeah battery could be a lot better but good to see it improving. I’m sure we’ll have 1 week battery in a couple of years

@atorbtech

Жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtsOnThings sadly the improved battery life on the watch ultra is due to a bigger battery, the watch being bigger to host a bigger battery. No improvement in the tech.

What YOU DIDN'T tell us in your calculations is that you need a subscription for the oceanic+ app which you need if you want to use it as a dive computer!

@davidgates5699

Жыл бұрын

Apple includes a dive app that goes up to 40mm. If you want to go beyond that, then the Oceanic+ app is needed.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Yep 👍

@Frank-xp3xd

Жыл бұрын

@@davidgates5699 Well that's not true and this has nothing to do with how deep you go and 40m should be the limit for scuba diving anyways! With the app from Apple you basically get a depth gauge. With the oceanic+ app (79$ a year) you get informations like deco times etc. what normally provides a dive computer.

@davidgates5699

Жыл бұрын

@@Frank-xp3xd Do you really need a dive computer diving down to a max of 40 meters? For the everyday day Smoe, they won’t even go that deep. Recreational diving is only licensed up to 40 meters. Past 40 meters is a entire different license with an entirely different set of issue, that yes, I can see why a diving computer is needed. But Caribbean Island snorkeling/diving, the current Apple Watch diving app is plenty.

@Frank-xp3xd

Жыл бұрын

@@davidgates5699 Actually I dive most of the time without but when you do 2 or 3 dives a day in your vacations you can put your self in danger. The point here was, that it was advertised that you get an dive computer for free and that is not the case, not without a subscription. But anyways, great watch and I am looking forward to my ultra!

Great video man. Subscribed!! Question for you - the alpine loop looks awesome, but seems like it would be tedious to get on and off. Has that been your experience?

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man 🙏. Definitely slower than the Velcro straps (trail loop), but also feels more secure, so depends what your trade off is. It hasn’t annoyed me. Maybe try both? Trail loop seems to be sold out / long wait times currently

I love mine. I use it surfing everyday and it’s the first Apple Watch I’ve been able to touch the screen and use while wet.

@USERNAME-Frankie_Techs

Жыл бұрын

🔝🔝🔝🔝Thanks for the feedback, Expect more videos soon Send a direct message I have something for you..…….

I was upset about the lack of colors at first, but actually it looks great and when it gets scratched up(as it will if you’re doing these crazy outdoor activities) the color won’t come off, it will still look good

Apple's "sapphire" is to be taken as regular glass. It scratches at a 6, just like glass, not an 8 like sapphire. While they do technically use sapphire in the places they claim to, it's some of the worst sapphire on the market, with many impurities, causing it to scratch, crack, and shatter like glass. I still bought the watch, because the diving feature alone is worth the difference in price to me over the series 8. Ceramic as the primary case material never made sense to me. It's extremely fragile, which is probably why they used so little of it in the titanium version.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, agreed 👍

@chriswilliams2129

Жыл бұрын

I’ve had the Apple Watch series 2 ceramic edition with sapphire glass for six years now and I have never gotten a scratch on it. It’s worked great for me. I ordered the Ultra and can’t wait to get it. 👍

@_thewizardman

Жыл бұрын

What a load of crap! I’ve got an AW 6 sapphire glass and not a scratch on it and work in heavy industry.

@kds471

Жыл бұрын

Low quality sapphire doesn’t compromise hardness, only clarity. Technically sapphire crystal is a 9 on the mohs.

Great video, Mate. Already purchased a screen protector per your advice. What's the skin/cover you're using with your Apple Pencil?

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

It’s in my kit list… scroll down to the ‘Favourite iPad Accessories’ kit.co/ThoughtsOnThings

Surprised they didn’t add some golf functionality in here too. I have a good few friends that only is garmin watches because they help them on the golf course with distances etc. huge market segment there!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

There’s an app called Hole19 for the Apple Watch which is epic 👍

Looks like Fisher-Price

Awesome video mate! How do you find it fits compared to your previous watch now that you've worn it for a while?

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏 Love it - only annoyance is sleeping in it so far, apart from that zero complaints- and want some more colours! Hope it’s a little thinner in next iteration 👍

Great review. Love that opening shot

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

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Excellent review - i was wondering how to get the red color on the wayfinder watch face …. Now I know. Thx.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

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Very good presentation. The way you put it, it’s a worthwhile spend!

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Shankar 👍

You got it right. I was sceptical first but you kept you promise. It is the best AW ever.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏 glad you enjoyed it

Absolutely excellent review. Have a series 4 that fell and face broke so need to upgrade. Do you have to get cellular with the ultra?? Appreciate your time

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏. Yep only comes with cell. No Wi-Fi only option yet 👍

Sold me with your graph. I had just bought the series 7 for like 300 off. Returned it and got the ultra. Before I had a series 5, but damaged it at the gym and the screen tore off. Never happening again with my ultra I picked up last week. Thanks.

@ThoughtsOnThings

9 ай бұрын

Nice!

I love it. Thanks for the video. My concern is (cost as well) is that it will be too bulky for my wrist!! Will need to go to a store to try it out.

Is the alpine loop actually waterproof or is it gonna smell and discolour after the pool?

What an AMAZING review, thank you thank you! (btw, very pleasant voice, too). I cannot find anywhere the maximum temperature for the Ultra. My Apple Watch 6 died in Hot Yoga after a few sessions (106F, 41 Celsius), most probably from the heat (because the sweating it should withstain, I would guess)... Is the Ultra better for extreme weather? Playing tennis in the Florida summer?

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Suzanna, really appreciate it. Yep the Ultra will be much better in heat than past models. Technically it can withstand temperatures up to 55 degrees C (131 F). Haven’t tried it myself in hot yoga though, maybe I should!

@SuzannaMcGee

Жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtsOnThings This is great news. I think you convinced me to get it 😊 Hot yoga, and tennis in hot FL summer will be the ultimate test. And yes, I think you would love that hot yoga, it's pretty intense. Would match your extreme Ultra quite well 😉

Random question - what’s the black slate and pen? Very cool.

Will that band fit my series 5 44m? Can you get that braided cable separately?

I really looked forward to getting my first Apple Watch and was so disappointed to find my watch battery didn’t last as long as I did. Happy to see the battery improvements but it is hard to stomach the price.

@ThoughtsOnThings

Жыл бұрын

Yep agreed.

I feel like underestimated user for this is construction workers. I use to not be able to have an Apple Watch the normal one was way to fragile for that kind of an environment. I’m now a truck driver and I’m planning to get back into hiking and possibly biking so I’m gonna be getting this one. Wish I had this when I was still in construction 😂

@ThoughtsOnThings

10 ай бұрын

100%, in fact at the tech company I worked for that was a conversation we used to have on calls re rugged watches. The reality is that it’s not very sexy marketing going after construction workers directly so it’s often perceived to be ignored, even though Apple will be well aware that they’ll be a lot of construction workers buying this. The other interesting niche is baristas, who are constantly banging their hands / wrists on things in a busy environment. The marketing is all physical pursuit focused, but the intended market is much much bigger!

Great video, It made me subscribe. Regarding your final thoughts, your POV reaches and makes sense to the actual client base of apple devices. The way Apple positioned the ultra was so that it would appeal to a new client base. Neither is right or wrong, just different goals in terms of revenue I guess.

I never used screen potector but I bought today an ultra so I will buy for ir. Amazing video btw

The thickness is hard to get used to....thats what she said!!! ( my wife, i bought her the Ultra! ) great review!!

@ThoughtsOnThings

10 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad to hear your wife’s enjoying it 😉 (hope you’re subscribed!)

I still have series 4 and i don’t know witch better for me ultra or 8

I’m excited for this watch as an overlander and off road enthusiast this is perfect Fito track my trails elevation the better battery and water resistance. This watch is perfect for us