Goodbye Apple Watch Ultra - Why I returned it for Series 9 Stainless Steel

After two years of owning Apple Watch Ultra, I am returning it and going back to a stainless Apple Watch series 9. Why? Watch my video to find out! As always, be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! It means more to mean you can imagine.
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  • @rahim8363
    @rahim83634 ай бұрын

    Finally another Apple video from Faiz! 🍎

  • @TeeMann-pi2cy
    @TeeMann-pi2cy8 күн бұрын

    I've gotten both watches! that way i can just use ultra for basic casual wear and then go to the 9 stainless steel for that sleek, snazzy look!

  • @shansaly
    @shansaly4 ай бұрын

    Love the stainless steel one. Looks much classier

  • @nickbowles8603
    @nickbowles86033 ай бұрын

    Got to agree with you. My mate has a ultra and it does look too big. I'm so happy I went with the 9

  • @ck8681
    @ck86813 ай бұрын

    Just upgraded from series4 stainless steel to ultra2. Have been used it for 7 months. I feel it very heavy and don’t like its design. I am planning to back to use some old stainless steel model before series 10 release

  • @thndercat1
    @thndercat13 ай бұрын

    I enjoy the Ultra Watch, and I don’t do all the crazy adventure stuff.

  • @suhanaa5558
    @suhanaa55583 ай бұрын

    Fantastic video! 🎉

  • @curtott3396
    @curtott33964 ай бұрын

    You make a lot of good points, hopefully Apple is listening, I've heard others mention a lot of the thing's you did. A smaller Ultra I would think is coming, or maybe the apple watch 10 will have a similar body of the ultra without the action button, good video.

  • @Love_Sharma_

    @Love_Sharma_

    4 ай бұрын

    I would seriously love mini Ultra… i would def buy it… apple should def release 41 and 45 version of it

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Smaller Ultra or series 10 w/Ultra-like body would be a game changer

  • @drunkaviator81
    @drunkaviator8114 күн бұрын

    Thanks for this video. I'm also a guy who loves the 41mm SS Apple Watch, and I always keep my older one kicking around, for when I need extra battery, or I'm doing a rough activity. It dawned on me, that the Ultra doesn't really provide me with anything new, I don't need dual-band GPS, or a bigger screen, or the action button (since watch OS10 allows quick access to widgets). I simply wanted it because it was new, and the tradeoffs in size and weight aren't worth it over a quick 10 min charge when you need extra juice!

  • @benhammerhead376
    @benhammerhead376Ай бұрын

    I love my Apple Watch Ultra and I do all the adventurous things Apple Watch Ultra owners do or what Ultra is meant to do; but I have no problem wearing my Ultra with my Suit which I do wear with my Ultra. I like the screen size when i'm running maps during hikes, working out.I love how I dont have to worry about scratching or dinging my watch up when im out there.

  • @graffmixer
    @graffmixer3 ай бұрын

    I've been a fan of big watches so I went for the Ultra 2 and ditched my Series 7. Depending on the band, the Ultra looks good in any business attire. My only minimal gripe I have about Ultra 2 is that it didn't come in a graphite color. I'm thinking maybe the future Ultra 3 might have that color option and it it does, I'll buy it and buy the stainless steel graphite watch band separately. Other than that I love everything about especially the battery life.

  • @Fr4nkSanchez

    @Fr4nkSanchez

    9 күн бұрын

    but with yellow gold ring is not good

  • @choosecarver
    @choosecarver4 ай бұрын

    Fantastic video! I agree - the Ultra is just too big and doesn’t look as good as a standard Apple Watch when on the wrist.

  • @MartinHurych
    @MartinHurych28 күн бұрын

    I have changed my ultra for 9 stainless as well. The same reason

  • @Kajan_SLK
    @Kajan_SLK2 ай бұрын

    Absolutely you are right, I’m sick of this ultra 2 big and uncomfortable , feels like I’m hanging on brick.

  • @Dr_JoroPeate
    @Dr_JoroPeate2 ай бұрын

    Only thing I find annoying about the curved screens is screen protectors... I have gone through about 6 cracked glass protectors (which are a pain to apply) and ended up getting so sick of the glass that I am using the film protectors now, I need to replace the film maybe every 3 months or so because they always end up bubbling or peeling eventually. This is enough to make me want to switch to the flat screen of the ultra. I despise curved screens now despite how elegant they look. Same issue with the older Samsung ultra phones and why I switched to iPhones for the flat screens.

  • @mitchellbarnow1709
    @mitchellbarnow17094 ай бұрын

    We both have the Apple Watch Ultra and we love the light feel of the titanium body. We used to wear the aluminum small body Apple Watch because it was affordable. The stainless steel models were much heavier, but much more durable and they had a very hard watch face. The aluminum body's Ion glass would scratch easily. I love the style of the Ultra Watch and its protected crown. I have never met you, but it seems to me that the Ultra would be way too big for you, but the sleek stainless bodied watches fit you much better and would now be able to fit your watch under a buttoned cuff of a long sleeved shirt. I cannot imagine wearing the Ultra on a dressy night out, if those still exist!

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    I agree it has a lot to do with personal preference. I really do like the overall square design of the Ultra and the protected crown. I wish Apple made a stainless steel/Ultra hybrid. It would look amazing

  • @mitchellbarnow1709

    @mitchellbarnow1709

    4 ай бұрын

    @@FaizAly I completely agree with you, but I doubt that it will happen. I think that there is a better chance for Tesla to expand the Cybertruck lineup.

  • @roel-video
    @roel-video3 ай бұрын

    What’s your wrist size?

  • @itschristianu
    @itschristianu4 ай бұрын

    The reason I still keep my series 7 is because of the black titanium finish. I wish the AW Ultra 3 comes with it

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    3 ай бұрын

    Black titanium would be 🔥

  • @netmanswe
    @netmanswe4 ай бұрын

    Did the same thing but with an AWU1 back to an AW7 SS. Same reasons… 👍🏻

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    Glad it’s not just me!

  • @mikesimpson9997
    @mikesimpson9997Ай бұрын

    I want smallest lightest possible. Good info

  • @Rinnara21
    @Rinnara214 ай бұрын

    I never liked the ultra. The design is perfect for the intended user, people who do all these things that I don’t lol. I have the series 9 and it took me a while to get used to it because my past Samsung watches were rounded, which I prefer. But the AW series 9 grew on me big time now ❤

  • @drdirt9379
    @drdirt9379Ай бұрын

    The stainless band is it thru Apple ??

  • @praddaoncoke

    @praddaoncoke

    Ай бұрын

    Yes but it’s 300 bucks 😭😭

  • @TheGeekGauntletPodcast
    @TheGeekGauntletPodcastАй бұрын

    My Apple Watch Ultra 2 is more functional and the battery is better. Plus I love all the custom watches faces as well.

  • @bellamydog1000
    @bellamydog10004 ай бұрын

    The Apple 10 is supposed to be a totally new design. I just bought the Ultra 2 and now wish I had waited until the new 10's come out in September...

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    It’s definitely worth waiting for Apple Watch 10. Rumors are also suggesting it could release next year

  • @coreyburns2074

    @coreyburns2074

    3 ай бұрын

    The ultra 2 will remain a beast for a long time I just got mine 3 weeks ago I doubt it shows age anytime soon I have a few coworkers that rock a series version although they still look well can’t go wrong with either

  • @oliverallen5324

    @oliverallen5324

    3 ай бұрын

    Just trade it in later.

  • @justinlex2473

    @justinlex2473

    3 ай бұрын

    U can always buy a new one later

  • @vhonjovihonrado8606

    @vhonjovihonrado8606

    3 ай бұрын

    Honestyly Apple watch ultra 2 is a beast! Its just so big and uncomfortable in wrist sometimes

  • @paulyHFM
    @paulyHFMАй бұрын

    I want the big face with the stainless steel band, so go for the ultra 2? with what exact band though?

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    Ай бұрын

    Or you can wait a few months as Apple is set to release all new Apple Watches with a tweaked design and much larger displays as big as the Ultra

  • @paulyHFM

    @paulyHFM

    Ай бұрын

    @@FaizAly thanks!

  • @paulyHFM

    @paulyHFM

    Ай бұрын

    @@FaizAly but what band is that in case I do wanna buy it sooner?

  • @paulyHFM

    @paulyHFM

    Ай бұрын

    ?

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    Ай бұрын

    @@paulyHFM stainless steel link bracelet from Apple

  • @kroz7682
    @kroz76827 күн бұрын

    Fun fact : the 45MM watch has practically the same size screen ! Go check the specs!

  • @xMeczko
    @xMeczkoАй бұрын

    Is it worth it to switch from S7 to 9 or should I wait for S10?

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    Ай бұрын

    At this point, since we are so close for the S10 launch, wait for the new one

  • @xMeczko

    @xMeczko

    Ай бұрын

    @@FaizAlythanks :)

  • @marymadigan9707
    @marymadigan97074 ай бұрын

    Totally agree I’ve very small wrists as well certainly not made for us 😂😎

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    Team small wrists here we go!

  • @doradorabangbang9371

    @doradorabangbang9371

    2 ай бұрын

    Im skinny and have a small wrist . Just got my series 9 41mm.. looks better..

  • @user-ti6rs1xq7v
    @user-ti6rs1xq7v3 ай бұрын

    The Appie❤👍👍👍

  • @gdbryan
    @gdbryan4 ай бұрын

    I think it looks great on your wrist.

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    3 ай бұрын

    You’re the first to say that so I appreciate it! 😊

  • @PLANETWATERMELON
    @PLANETWATERMELON3 ай бұрын

    Why didn’t you keep the Ultra for working out and have the Series’s 9 for daily?

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    3 ай бұрын

    I’m somewhat of a minimalist. I prefer to have just one watch instead of two. Don’t take me wrong, your idea is great! Just now my lifestyle

  • @slob5041
    @slob504114 күн бұрын

    I think the ultra isn't good enough for it's use case right now but it will get there.

  • @saraataollahi
    @saraataollahi4 ай бұрын

    Post more Apple videos Faiz 🍎

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    You got it 🫡

  • @jonascoscom
    @jonascoscom4 ай бұрын

    I returned my ultra for the s9 because it was too big and I felt the weight 😂

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    You and me both 😊

  • @jonascoscom

    @jonascoscom

    4 ай бұрын

    @@FaizAly yeah the S9 is as goed and last me almost two days before charging but then still have about 11-15 min left

  • @jesterlinux2556
    @jesterlinux25562 ай бұрын

    I am 285 pounds, 6’3 at 9% body fat. I love your videos but could you implement a larger friend wearing the watch because I agree that the watch looked big on you but the comparative to a larger wrist may look just right on others. You got me into other watches I had to send back because they looked amazing in you but kinda funny on a guy if my size.

  • @malcolmhightower9407
    @malcolmhightower94074 ай бұрын

    Where are you going to return your watch after 2 years?

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    I sold it

  • @Paul_seekingthetruth4U
    @Paul_seekingthetruth4U4 ай бұрын

    Battery life for Ultra 2 is much better.

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    I agree and that’s a great point. However I charge my watch and my iPhone each night either way and it still easily lasts over a day

  • @Kreiger81

    @Kreiger81

    Ай бұрын

    @@FaizAlyyou don’t sleep with the watch? I love sleep tracking. I have the ultra atm and considering swapping to a 9 or waiting for a 10

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    Ай бұрын

    @@Kreiger81 nope. I sleep with the Ultrahuman Ring Air

  • @willharrah9381
    @willharrah93814 ай бұрын

    I’ve had the regular watches but after so many battery issues. I would only buy ultra watches they are so much better in every way.

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    That’s an interesting observation, Will. Is this with the newer watches too? I’ve owned Series 7, 8 and now 9 and don’t have those battery issues

  • @sagamohr

    @sagamohr

    3 ай бұрын

    @@FaizAly The battery in my S6 died today after 4 years (less). Straight from working all day to needing 3 charges to get through the day with no change in use. Thanks for the video - I'm trying to decide if I want to go Ultra or not. My wrist is wide enough that the Ultra won't cover it and I like the look, but wow you made that stainless steel look good, especially with that band.

  • @themoviebay
    @themoviebay3 ай бұрын

    It's a man sized watch. Definitely not for everyone.

  • @thecooldude4564
    @thecooldude45643 ай бұрын

    There is no point in buying the ultra the SS is classier. If I wanted a true sports watch with at least more than 2 days battery I’ll go with a Garmin watch. The ultra looks cheap I never liked the designed.

  • @Emma-gu4rz
    @Emma-gu4rz4 ай бұрын

    Was never a fan of the Ultra

  • @eeyorehoney66
    @eeyorehoney66Ай бұрын

    I was looking for DETAILS about the watch and what it has to offer! You repeated over and over and over ad nauseam about how elegant the watch was! WHO CARES WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT THE LOOK! People want to know about performance! We call ALL SEE what it looks like and how we can change it up! What a waste of my time!

  • @jthutt5042
    @jthutt50424 ай бұрын

    Well it's def gonna look too big with broomstick wrists.

  • @FaizAly

    @FaizAly

    4 ай бұрын

    Ouch. But true lol

  • @ChristianRivera-wg8nv

    @ChristianRivera-wg8nv

    Ай бұрын

    Just get a 40mm stainless steel would def look better . And you are right the ultra looks like a g shock

  • @remmiallimacse8407

    @remmiallimacse8407

    Ай бұрын

    😂😅

  • @user-xo4ju6pt8t

    @user-xo4ju6pt8t

    Ай бұрын

    😂😂😂

  • @praddaoncoke

    @praddaoncoke

    Ай бұрын

    Shots fired

  • @g.g.2359
    @g.g.2359Ай бұрын

    Wearing a suit with ANY kind of apple watch and bracelet combo is probably ok in your world, tech world. There is a reason ppl still buy Patek, Rolex , Chopard and so on. Get urself something proper for when u want to really get dressed. Stainless steel or not.. apple watch is a toy not a watch.

  • @welphereiam

    @welphereiam

    Ай бұрын

    Nobody asked you lmfaooo and it's definitely not a toy. He never said "you should wear an Apple Watch instead of a Rolex." He said you can dress it up, which you can.

  • @g.g.2359

    @g.g.2359

    Ай бұрын

    @@welphereiam brah u trippin