19 REAL LIFE Ways I Use My Apple Watch Ultra

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  • čas přidán 27. 05. 2024
  • The Apple Watch Ultra is a very hyped product and it can be hard to know how useful it might be in real life. The usefulness of the Apple Watch (not just the Ultra) is really a product of lots of small conveniences that add up through the day.
    In this video I detail 19 real life daily uses I've found for the Apple Watch.
    Interestingly this applies to all Apple Watches - for me the ruggedness and battery life are why I went for the ultra - not least so the battery can survive when using its cellular connection without my phone.
    Like smart phones and mobile phones before them I think there is an element of until you’ve had one you don’t really know what you’re missing.
    Of course it’s possible to live a wonderful and fulfilled life without an Apple Watch. But the same could be said about a huge number of modern gadgets and gizmos.
    It’s just that good technology offers us an incredible boost to daily convenience and if we’re intentional enough about it we can use that to get more out of the time we have in our days.
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  • @BenVallack
    @BenVallack  Před rokem +5

    Subscribe to my new Tesla channel! www.youtube.com/@BenVallacksTesla

    • @ledesseinduneidee
      @ledesseinduneidee Před rokem +1

      Hello,
      I’am working on a mouse trackball ergonomic prototype, and I just watch your video about ergo mouse, I’am creating a team to build a full functionnal prototype and I told me that it could interest you.

    • @jvenema86
      @jvenema86 Před rokem

      do you have instagram?

    • @wubly11
      @wubly11 Před rokem

      hi

    • @wubly11
      @wubly11 Před rokem

      dont fell like it

  • @MackGully
    @MackGully Před rokem +39

    “I do some training” proceeds to do ring muscle ups 😂

  • @Eric-rf6te
    @Eric-rf6te Před rokem +23

    2:00 - "You know... I don't take fitness super seriously..."
    Proceeds to do perfect-form muscle-ups on parallel olympic rings 😲

  • @chriscasillas
    @chriscasillas Před rokem +334

    I scoffed at the idea of an Apple Watch for years. To be honest, I felt I didn't need another screen calling for my attention all the time. I decided to get the SE2 a couple months ago. Didn't realize what I was missing. The idea that it actually REDUCES screen time on other devices is 100% true. Many tasks can be accomplished without being sucked into an addictive, time wasting phone session. I also knew the health features would help me focus more on that part of my life. The tech I have mostly tells me what I need to do on a daily basis, and closing the health rings has become a passion of mine. I feel years being added to my life instead of being taken away with terrible health habits. The tip about raising to talk to Siri without pressing any buttons was one I wasn't aware of. That's awesome! Great video and thanks for the info.

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem +16

      Yeah 100% - I do think they are taking technology in the right direction here.

    • @ProBioMech
      @ProBioMech Před rokem +2

      Absolutely agree.

    • @rolandsummers9179
      @rolandsummers9179 Před rokem +5

      Amen! I was the same. Just watched this video, gonnna go buy one tmrw lol!

    • @darma8159
      @darma8159 Před rokem +1

      You got the cheap one. Lame.

    • @RACAPE
      @RACAPE Před rokem +17

      @@darma8159 nice mindset, kid. SE does everything like all Apple Watches except the always on display and maybe some minor things. Why it’s lame to spend less on a device which fulfills all your needs? You will grow up and understand the value of money.

  • @scottbell4023
    @scottbell4023 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Respect to any guy that says he doesn’t train much, but absolutely kills those muscle ups! Great video!

  • @ProBioMech
    @ProBioMech Před rokem +38

    I bought a series 2 and loved it. Now I have upgraded to the Ultra and it is absolutely fantastic. Obviously there are all the Ultra benefits but the upgrades that have come over the last 5 years are fantastic as well.

  • @Huyndoan
    @Huyndoan Před 6 dny

    I love how I can display the calendar on the watch so I will always be ready for any upcoming events

  • @MicahsRants
    @MicahsRants Před rokem +16

    I absolutely LOVE my Apple Watch Ultra!!!! I went with the Trail loop black and gray because the metal ones can scratch the edge of the watch. Unlocking my Mac and passwords are amazing. The size and ease of use is in a class of its own!! Great video!

  • @kenspaceman3938
    @kenspaceman3938 Před rokem +14

    This video is really helpful by showing real benefits of the watch in our daily life. So many reviewers who just neard around digging into every possibility that doesn’t make your life easier. I want real daily use tips like this video offers. I will get the watch because of the battery life, I’m no athlete although I do exercise to keep myself in okey condition. Best wishes from Finland!

  • @halbaldwin9218
    @halbaldwin9218 Před rokem +26

    Ben: "I don't take fitness super seriously"
    Also Ben: *performs two muscle-ups on gym rings*
    Still waiting for your full office tour one of these days!

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem +3

      haha - I had to cut the other 4 reps due to time! Yep will sort that one soon!

    • @AwesomeGolfVideos
      @AwesomeGolfVideos Před rokem +1

      My thought exactly! Doesn’t take fitness seriously…then proceeds to perform an athletic maneuver only .00001% of the population can accomplish. 😅 Excellent video, Ben. 👍🏼

    • @ShamanMick
      @ShamanMick Před 8 měsíci

      Came here to make this exact comment

  • @Phoenix-ov5gg
    @Phoenix-ov5gg Před 7 měsíci +4

    I love it for the fitness stuff, it’s great to be running and see what cardio zone you are in, and measuring other health stuff. Using it to find my phone is great, it also tells me if I left something behind (like my keys with an AirTag or my iPad). I’m really happy I got it.
    I would recommend it to anyone who can comfortably afford it. The longer you have it the more useful it becomes as you discover it’s features and get used to using them

  • @Drmikekuna
    @Drmikekuna Před rokem +2

    Thank you for this video. I have had an Apple Watch since series 2 and I learned a new thing or two from your video. I currently have an Ultra and love the larger screen. BTW, my favorite ways of using my watch are the timer, the weather, reading text messages, and finding my phone! Oh, and of course to tell time.

  • @E.Carrillo
    @E.Carrillo Před rokem +5

    I tried it on in the Apple Store because I wanted to see how big it is. I really liked it! Getting one next year.

  • @givreycham
    @givreycham Před rokem

    Best tip ever I've just turned mine upside down..brilliant thankyou.

  • @philatelovely5748
    @philatelovely5748 Před rokem +12

    This is one of the best reviews I’ve seen on the Apple Watch Ultra. Seeing actual day to day uses, rather than just the fixation on the fitness side to it. I’ve actually just ordered mine, and I can’t wait to get into it.

  • @xxSURExxSHOTxx
    @xxSURExxSHOTxx Před rokem +3

    Well done I use all of those Apple Watch features daily.

  • @cocacola31173
    @cocacola31173 Před rokem +1

    I use the reminders app the most! So nice to be to tell Siri to remind me to do something and timers are nice too.

  • @noblelion427
    @noblelion427 Před rokem +21

    Hi Ben! I finally switched over to have my iPhone 12 be my main driver, and that made me look at the Apple Watch Ultra to replace my Samsung Galaxy watch (which I loved with my Samsung Ultra phone). I found your video and all the tips helped me decide on switching over along with choosing the Ultra. My wife has used Apple watch for years and I knew of its benefits, but this video you made was not only informative, but provided the practical examples that helped make switching over easier! Great video, and I'm combing through your other content as a subscriber now. Keep up the good work! :)

  • @247LilJoker
    @247LilJoker Před rokem +1

    I bloody love mine now I’ve got one. I have an ultra and it’s amazing. Next step to set up the phone free life. Not tried that aspect yet.

  • @petermarin
    @petermarin Před rokem +8

    Great video as always!! Would be interesting to see how you set up your faces/ automating the focus modes. Would also be interested in your most useful complications/ applications on the watch

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem +8

      Yeah was thinking about doing a video on the scenes and faces. Cheers

  • @minus1db
    @minus1db Před rokem +6

    The most logical well presented video I have seen so far on the ultra, thank you I have subscribed

  • @_bradhope
    @_bradhope Před rokem +10

    If you hold down the “phone locator”, it will not only sound an alert on your phone, but will also make your flash on the phone blink with the alarm. You don’t have to change any settings, just hold it down instead of just clicking it!

  • @sxhrgvs
    @sxhrgvs Před rokem +2

    I’ve watched a few of these videos and this is by far the best one. Well done Ben.

  • @LiquidAudio
    @LiquidAudio Před 8 měsíci

    This is a very helpful video for someone like me, deciding on whether to get my first Apple Watch. Excellent summary, much appreciated.

  • @klee.dodoco
    @klee.dodoco Před rokem +2

    Great job on the video. I have to say this is the most useful real life use case of apple watch i've watched on CZcams

  • @ririemarilyn
    @ririemarilyn Před 23 dny

    Apple should pay this guy. Very informative and straight to business

  • @D1SStRoY
    @D1SStRoY Před rokem

    This is easily one of the best tips video about watch ultra. Thank you ❤

  • @demonxshinigami
    @demonxshinigami Před rokem +2

    Came from series 2 42mm, and jumped to the Ultra 🙏🏼😊 Huge change

  • @MicahsRants
    @MicahsRants Před rokem

    Great content and really enjoy your EDC and tech videos.

  • @belaoxmyx298
    @belaoxmyx298 Před 9 měsíci

    Thanks your video really shows how game changing these devices are. So much more than a time piece and an accessory to the iPhone.

  • @chadcbianco
    @chadcbianco Před 8 měsíci +1

    Excellent advice. Walkie-talkie could be a game changer for distant family. Thank you for this. Now subscribed.

  • @olivercross3684
    @olivercross3684 Před rokem +1

    Really great video Ben, very helpful and has a great outlook on how the watch can be used day to day.

  • @bossnian5615
    @bossnian5615 Před rokem

    Informative video and well edited it’s quite easy on the eye

  • @thenewdesign
    @thenewdesign Před rokem

    "With more intentionality, and less distraction" truer words...

  • @cyndurtv
    @cyndurtv Před rokem +3

    incredibly well documented. thinking of upgrading to the ultra. APPLE HIRE THIS MAN!

  • @BobJones-zw3ui
    @BobJones-zw3ui Před 6 měsíci

    Thank you - very useful ideas for 2-day-old ultra2🥳🥳👍

  • @gregraygun
    @gregraygun Před 11 měsíci

    Agree so munch on keeping notifications off. It's so much better to get on with life and check those when you want to. 👍🏻

  • @Luca57893
    @Luca57893 Před rokem +1

    Im not sure if it’s because of your accent or the background music but this video seemed like a documentary style, it was awesome. Thanks.

  • @sharingmatters
    @sharingmatters Před rokem +1

    Simply amazing video. Thanks. I am buying mine in January. Can't wait! P.S. And the walkie-talkie is so funny.

  • @superfast30
    @superfast30 Před rokem +2

    The Ultra is amazing!

  • @midnightsnaxx
    @midnightsnaxx Před 5 měsíci

    TY. Your review has pushed me to take the plunge and purchase the Ultra2!

  • @Blurpk
    @Blurpk Před rokem

    Great video! And so well produced

  • @funkymonkey8777
    @funkymonkey8777 Před rokem

    Such great review. Thanks

  • @laszlopapp81
    @laszlopapp81 Před 10 měsíci

    What brand security camera you use?
    I would like some homekit integration.
    Thank you

  • @paulcollins4932
    @paulcollins4932 Před rokem +3

    Been waiting for the ultra since Apple Watch series one, it’s tough, waterproof and has great battery life you don’t notice the size if you have used other smart watches . The ultra has replaced my suunto 9 baro and I haven’t missed it

  • @rick00770
    @rick00770 Před 5 měsíci

    I finally got one, thanks for tips, great rugged watch is what attracted me. I got the latest ultra 2 , looks same. Subscribed .

  • @spooksandsumi3357
    @spooksandsumi3357 Před rokem +2

    Fantastic video, very clean, straight forward. Very professional! I subscribed 👌🏼

  • @alexandre.langlois
    @alexandre.langlois Před 11 měsíci

    OMG I had now idea you could simply talk to your watch without triggering Siri! Game changer thank you 😃

  • @TheHpsauce37
    @TheHpsauce37 Před rokem +1

    Great video. Why your wearing your watch that way round?

  • @arunsekhar1
    @arunsekhar1 Před rokem +3

    almost all the things that you mentioned are common for all apple watches and I use them on the SE as well. The only reason I would upgrade to the Apple watch ultra is to use it as a Dive computer!

  • @TOOFUTURETV
    @TOOFUTURETV Před rokem

    Very helpful video, cheers. 👍🏼😎

  • @PJ-xs9jv
    @PJ-xs9jv Před 7 měsíci

    Great review. Really enjoyed listening to your experience and thinking behind this watch

  •  Před 9 měsíci

    This video further confirms it to me that I don’t need a smartwatch. I’ve tried it in the past, it was very distracting, now I’m perfectly fine with regular watches. I’m glad the tech is there and it helps others, but I don’t want another screen and another device I forget to charge.

  • @furians4167
    @furians4167 Před rokem

    This is a very nice video, giving me help to buy my first watch

  • @aapkatv09
    @aapkatv09 Před rokem

    One of the best if not The Best videos I have seen on Apple watch.I am new to this. I just bought a watch 8. I would like to see if you can make a video for just the workout complications setup and how you use it. Thanks

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem

      Many thanks! Will see what I can do.

  • @jimjamjerry
    @jimjamjerry Před rokem

    Just bought mine! It’s nice

  • @tunsiehelden
    @tunsiehelden Před rokem

    Brilliant video 👏🏽

  • @neiltubbs5409
    @neiltubbs5409 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Brilliant review 👍, I am sure that you are the only person that owns a Apple Watch Ultra who can perform a pure ring muscle up, just awesome 👏💪

  • @Cosmopolitm
    @Cosmopolitm Před rokem

    Thanks for this amazing video !

  • @willfox2365
    @willfox2365 Před rokem +1

    Great video
    Less warped stabiliization is better sometimes.

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem +1

      That stabilisation was all in-body from the Fuji. It does struggle in the corners with this wide lens. Basically I still need to hold the camera pretty steady so it doesn’t have to work too hard.

  • @salman5689
    @salman5689 Před 7 měsíci

    All these features are exclusive to watch ultra or to series 9 too? Planning to switch to iOS

  • @adiposerex5150
    @adiposerex5150 Před rokem

    Your info was very helpful. And your dog is adorable. Thank you.

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem

      She’s a handful that’s for sure!

  • @ABD4VIDS
    @ABD4VIDS Před 3 měsíci

    Very good video!! Thank you

  • @andreacavaliere884
    @andreacavaliere884 Před rokem

    Really good insight

  • @dp91killa
    @dp91killa Před 12 dny

    Well put together review 😉

  • @the_monkey_bar
    @the_monkey_bar Před rokem

    Those muscle ups are worth a mention too

  • @Justus_Trades
    @Justus_Trades Před rokem +3

    Brilliant video. I am trying to go more and more without my phone but also own a Model Y. You mentioned being able to lock and unlock but do you still need your phone in order to drive the car? I don’t want to get out the keycard if I don’t have to. Thanks for any input.

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem +4

      I'll do a video on this in more detail but basically nope, you unlock with watch, then use remote start from the watch and off you go. It bypasses the pin too so almost less effort than with the phone!

  • @myworldmytimes7632
    @myworldmytimes7632 Před rokem

    Great video Ben thanks

  • @TheTrumanZoo
    @TheTrumanZoo Před rokem

    does it have a simple round timer?

  • @Megabeboo
    @Megabeboo Před rokem +2

    Mind making a short clip on what clamps you used to attach your keyboard to the desk? That's what caught my eye in this video 🙈

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem +1

      Yeah will do a video on that soon!

    • @cactus442
      @cactus442 Před rokem

      ​@@BenVallack If it fits in the video, I'd like to hear your thoughts on the ergonomics of the trackpad as well!
      Also, I'm wondering if such a large monitor was chosen due to the presence of the treadmill, or if you just find that a large and far away monitor reduces eye-strain in general.

  • @Buharialtinee
    @Buharialtinee Před rokem +1

    Thanks for sharing

  • @ShervinShares
    @ShervinShares Před rokem +3

    great video! such good production quality. Apple Watch is a powerhouse

  • @alfiebm
    @alfiebm Před rokem

    Thats why I love my Ultra❤

  • @MATIvmr
    @MATIvmr Před rokem

    Great video

  • @hbacoglu
    @hbacoglu Před rokem

    Good day! Is there any way to get at least whatsup notifications to watch (cellular) while using Samsung?

  • @fmsantoscar
    @fmsantoscar Před rokem

    New subscriber here. Loving your content!

  • @meyburgh
    @meyburgh Před rokem +8

    Impressive ring muscle up Ben. Have you considered to add OpenCV to keyboards?

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem +1

      Thanks! OpenCV is new to me - how would it work in a keyboard?

    • @meyburgh
      @meyburgh Před rokem +2

      @@BenVallack New to me too, motion detection/gesture recognition. Small cam that should be able to identify which finger is doing what. ESP32 cam module could be a start. One option - with the cam placed correctly, it should recognize movement and act as a track pad without lifting all your fingers from the home row. Like a trackball but in the air (airball?). (slider, swipe etc. many options of actions)

  • @jvenema86
    @jvenema86 Před rokem

    so almost wonderful beautiful video friend i love apple watch

  • @frankiecal3186
    @frankiecal3186 Před rokem +1

    The NSA loves this man.

  • @ashleyredmond1833
    @ashleyredmond1833 Před rokem

    Great video, some useful tips. Might want to look at tidying your loft though 😂

  • @JohnDoe-ex3qw
    @JohnDoe-ex3qw Před 11 měsíci

    Love the channel! I'm curious why you changed the orientation to have the crown on the inside of the watch?

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před 11 měsíci

      Stops the button going off when doing press-ups!

  • @Deprived.drifter
    @Deprived.drifter Před 7 měsíci

    Great video! Whats the app you use to control your Tesla on the watch?

  • @RN1406
    @RN1406 Před rokem

    How come your watch home button is on the left ?

  • @anthonycraig274
    @anthonycraig274 Před 7 měsíci

    When you add a family member to the family setup system, how much extra do you have to pay?

  • @AlSpohn
    @AlSpohn Před 7 měsíci

    Do most folks wear the watch the way you do - i.e., with the crown on the left side of the watch? I instinctively put mine the other way since I've always worn watches that way... pros.cons?

  • @zer0875
    @zer0875 Před 8 měsíci

    I'm sold!

  • @thomasjacques5286
    @thomasjacques5286 Před rokem +3

    I just ordered my first Apple watch, wish you were my neighbor. And as a Tesla owner myself, I hope tesla develops a real watch app. Great tutorials and useful content.

  • @latenight11
    @latenight11 Před 11 měsíci

    Great review

  • @robk7129
    @robk7129 Před 8 měsíci

    Does the Ultra watch have a penknife included ?

  • @sr3189
    @sr3189 Před rokem

    Great video. Which App do you use for the Tesla??

  • @c.daubz.5386
    @c.daubz.5386 Před rokem

    Funny don’t take work out to serious then shows working out those rings, good informative video👍👍

  • @KenichiKasamatsu92
    @KenichiKasamatsu92 Před rokem +1

    An underrated feature is “unlock with apple watch” if you have a Mac. If you do a lot of work where it requires you to use your laptop in a way that keeps it idle constantly, having your watch on automatically unlocks the laptop vs having to bring your finger up to touchID or type your password in every time.

  • @richardwhaley7497
    @richardwhaley7497 Před rokem

    On my 5 th Apple Watch just upgraded to the ultra midnight ocean version.⌚️

  • @w.harrison7277
    @w.harrison7277 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I'd like to know why you put the dial on the left of the watch as you look at it. Can't imagine why you would prefer that. I'm assuming you're aware that the software lets you turn the watch 180 degrees.

  • @justinfinch
    @justinfinch Před rokem

    Good review although the price comparison was unfair. You need to compare the stainless steel 8 series vs the ultra for a true price comparison.

  • @rafacq
    @rafacq Před rokem

    Is the workout watch face only for the Ultra? I can’t find it in my Series 8.

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem

      There are quite a few faces that use the health rings as the basis - I then just added a few complications to make it a face that I use in that focus state.

  • @ometofu
    @ometofu Před rokem

    Watch lights turned under. Brilliant

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem

      Yeah was quite pleased with that idea!!

  • @mathewrogers7303
    @mathewrogers7303 Před 8 měsíci

    I’ve got the blue and Gray ultra today

  • @Maartz
    @Maartz Před rokem +1

    Holly cow, I'm binge watching the videos and realising all I was missing. Thank you so much Ben!

  • @Romeix182
    @Romeix182 Před rokem

    Great vid! Reasons for wearing your watch towards the other side? Because of the buttons? Do you still let the configuration for left handed persons?

    • @BenVallack
      @BenVallack  Před rokem

      Yeah the crown was clicking when I did press-ups