The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is Almost Perfect

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  • čas přidán 2. 01. 2024
  • The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is Almost Perfect. This is my first Apple Watch Ultra, I've previously owned a series 4 and a series 7. Both of those watches were great for daily use and short workouts here and there, but they had a lot of flaws which drove me insane. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 really improves on everything from GPS data, battery life, screen size, and overall build quality. It's almost perfect, but there is a huge issue which really makes it hard to recommend to a certain group of people.
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Komentáře • 212

  • @ChrisWilmshurst
    @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci +2

    Sometimes I don't get outdoors and active, so if you'd like to find out more about the area I work in,, please check out my new desk setup video!
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  • @Chitown84
    @Chitown84 Před 5 měsíci +28

    Im a female and I love the large size. It doesn’t feel heavy and I love the display

  • @2bizzygaming13
    @2bizzygaming13 Před 5 měsíci +71

    I upgraded from a Series 1 to the Ultra 2 and honestly I couldn’t be happier.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +8

      Now that is one huge upgrade! What made you choose the ultra 2 over a series 9?

    • @2bizzygaming13
      @2bizzygaming13 Před 5 měsíci +11

      @@ChrisWilmshurst I figured with longevity in mind, the ultra will probably out last the regular 9 over time.. but that’s just me..
      Like for example, the battery life is insane, in low power mode I have been able to go a full 5 days without charging it

    • @chuck176
      @chuck176 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurstI had the series 4 and got the ultra 2 a couple months ago! Best watch ever! I got the blue ocean band with it and now just bought the green alpine band!!

    • @jesmond5562
      @jesmond5562 Před 5 měsíci +7

      @@2bizzygaming13liar 😂

    • @chrismanley70
      @chrismanley70 Před 5 měsíci

      @@jesmond5562 I bet it’s true in low power mode. Even regular mode with Siri off, always on display off, app refresh off on most apps not needed etc., you can get 3-4 days battery life. I think the latest watchOS might be part of that as well that optimizes battery life. I get amazing battery life, I had the UW1 for 3 months and now UW2, battery life seems better, but they also releases a new/big OS version release in the past few months.

  • @wendylacy9335
    @wendylacy9335 Před 3 měsíci +11

    Just purchased ultra 2 two weeks ago and I love it

  • @IMetLadyGaga
    @IMetLadyGaga Před 5 měsíci +18

    I’ve had a Series 1, 4 and now Ultra 2.
    My mum was using my super old Series 1 up until I upgraded from my Series 4 to the Ultra 2. Fantastic upgrade. Great screen, battery life and user experience.
    I do no extreme sports, but still very much prefer this over the non-ultra watches.

  • @tonygeddes9558
    @tonygeddes9558 Před 5 měsíci +12

    Got an Ultra 2 just after Christmas. Had an Apple Watch before but never really took to it. Loving the Ultra 2! It’s great.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +1

      The old design really was a bit bland wasn’t it

    • @tonygeddes9558
      @tonygeddes9558 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurstyeah it was bland. And the watch was never quite big enough for my wrist, in hindsight. The Ultra fits me perfectly and the screen is fantastic. Love it.

  • @tobiaspedersen8333
    @tobiaspedersen8333 Před 5 měsíci +5

    I am not an outdoor person but I just like a big watch and all the safety features it has.

  • @unblasted7905
    @unblasted7905 Před 5 měsíci +4

    i’ve had series 1,4,7 and now ultra 2. i love it, couldn’t be happier with it!

  • @RolandKoller90
    @RolandKoller90 Před 5 měsíci +10

    I only have text/calls come to my watch. Nothing else. AOD is turned off. My watch looses about 10-15% when I’m out all day WITH my phone. When I leave without my phone I lost about 12% during an 8 hour outing. This thing is a beast. Love the ultra 2.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      Do you have a cellular plan? I didn’t think that being tied to your phone would kill that extra 3% of battery!

  • @cindymfraser1518
    @cindymfraser1518 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I override that optimized charge most of the time. I’ve noticed that certain fabric interferes sometimes. In the one mountain bike group I’m in, that fall detection was mentioned going off when some would go off jumps.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      I’m glad I’m not the only one the fall detection effects

  • @CoachLif3
    @CoachLif3 Před 4 měsíci

    Nice video. After watching this I was convinced to buy one! Watch on order as we speak!

  • @lcombreify
    @lcombreify Před 3 měsíci

    Just got mines today and I love it. I’m a big guy so it’s not a problem with the size at all. Definitely an upgrade from my series 5.

  • @oTickleMeSoftly
    @oTickleMeSoftly Před 9 dny

    I just got the ultra 2. Upgraded from a series 2 and I love it! The battery, the cellular? It’s so fast and crisp.

  • @TexasDad765
    @TexasDad765 Před 5 měsíci

    Love mine as well.

  • @AverageMTBUK
    @AverageMTBUK Před 4 měsíci +1

    Hey, ace video! I'm currently a Samsung user and Garmin fenix 6s.. I'm due an upgrade and debating moving over to Apple and this watch? I also do a lot of biking at Bike parks etc, any recommendations on switching?

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci +1

      If you’re in the Apple ecosystem I go with an Apple watch, but if you’re on an android and want much better battery life and less of the bells and whistles, look into garmin, a few of my friends ride with them and they’ve got no complaints

    • @pennryan970
      @pennryan970 Před 3 měsíci

      Ahahah I'm about to make the same choice. Gonna switch to iPhone and swap the fneix 6s pro for an uktra

  • @hdofu
    @hdofu Před 5 měsíci

    I guess I've always liked big watches (I'm pretty sure I don't have a big wrist), it doesn't feel uncomfortable at all to me and I'm coming from a series 3 42, it somehow feels less heavy granted it has a steel band on it and I have this thing totally titanium atm, I've found it seems to gauge earning calorie burn alot harsher which has helped me getting my weight decrease starting again.

  • @tippersteffi1
    @tippersteffi1 Před 5 měsíci +4

    I’ve had a 2,4,6 and now the Ultra 2, absolutely love it!

  • @irohsprodigy
    @irohsprodigy Před 5 měsíci +1

    love the ultra 2

  • @Oharsh0928
    @Oharsh0928 Před 5 měsíci +2

    On your video you have optimized charge limit turned off. Do you usually keep it off?

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +1

      No no, I only bypass it when I know I’m going to be out doing long outdoor activities the following day. I keep it on if I’m only going to be going to work and then coming home after

    • @Oharsh0928
      @Oharsh0928 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst gotcha. I guess my watch just thinks I need a full charge everyday

  • @sandyfox8648
    @sandyfox8648 Před 5 měsíci +2

    I upgraded from the SE and am very happy. I have very small wrists and debated about it being too large on my wrist. I would never have thought I would wear a watch this large. So many people wear smart watches now that I don't think the size is an issue. What I love about it is the large screen. I also got it because of the battery life and the fact that it's not going to get scratched up. I'm also not an outdoor extremist but I use the apple fitness app all the time. I love the action button. I also think it does a much better job tracking my sleep and recognizing when I am standing. It was well worth the extra money for me.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +1

      I love that despite the fact you worried it was too big, you still went with it. Glad it’s working out for you

    • @bojax3434
      @bojax3434 Před 5 měsíci

      Same/same! I also got a $330 credit toward the Ultra 2 with my carrier. This is more than I paid for the original SE, so I couldn’t pass it up. I love the durability and added features.

    • @rosab6259
      @rosab6259 Před 5 měsíci

      Do you know your wrist size? I’m about 5.3 inches and I’m wondering if it would be too large for me. I also want it to last longer and be scratch resistant.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@rosab6259 I’m a medium with about a 6.7” wrist

    • @rosab6259
      @rosab6259 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst Thank you 😊 I’ll have to go to the store and see if the small fits me. I’m kid size in shoes and everything 😅

  • @sn4tx
    @sn4tx Před 4 měsíci

    Just got this one. It’s been a pain in the butt to find Apple Watches but managed to get an Ultra 2. Excited to start using it. Also started with the Series 1 then went with Series 5 and now Ultra 2. I really only upgrade when the battery health drops to a point it doesn’t last even a day.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci

      How come there was an issue getting one? Is the ban still in effect?

    • @sn4tx
      @sn4tx Před 4 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst I don’t know specifically now. But last update I saw was like it was lifted then it was banned again. Dunno if it’s related to that or not. But at least where I am (Europe) only found one store with one unit in stock around me, and dude was like “we have one but it comes exclusively in a set for ≈ $990!” And I ask what else is in the set, employee says “Apple watch ultra 2 + 4 year warranty extension” 😂
      Sure he knew they weren’t easy to come by and mofo was trying to upsell me in store services!
      So knowing he had one in stock but no clue in which band colour+size combo, I went outside the store, sat down on a bench and went to their website. When you order online there’s an option to pick up the article “immediately” in a store near you, if they have it in stock. So I went trough all size/ colour option till the option that said “not available in this store” changed to “can be picked up immediately”. Order it without the extra warranty extension option and 10 minutes later I was asking the same dude to go get my watch. Was not the wrist band I wanted but doesn’t matter I can still use any of the current ones I already had. I really just wanted to rub it on his face, coz I took some time off of work to go there earlier.

  • @Oharsh0928
    @Oharsh0928 Před 5 měsíci +2

    How do you get your watch to stop charging at 80%. Mine always charges to full. I have optimized charge limit turned on.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      I think it learns your battery charging and usage behaviour, as I haven’t touched mine and it always comes on.

    • @Oharsh0928
      @Oharsh0928 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst oh okay. Thanks. I’ve had both an ultra 1 and 2 and they both always charge 100%. I guess the software just thinks I need the watch charged to 100% every day even though I only use about 30-40% in a day.

  • @Peter.Fields.
    @Peter.Fields. Před 5 měsíci

    I took the series 9 to take out my series 5, this is totally different ! I did unable always on as it’s distracting a lot and I don’t truly care about, with the series 9, without a lot of things to do, a chill weekend, I can do the entire weekend without charging !!!
    I don’t run for the “I want the greatest battery life” as I do recharge while showering or preparing through morning so I have always a 30 minutes window to charge.
    So from Saturday 10:25am to Sunday 8:00pm from 100 to 10% easy ! And this is insane, I can’t imagine with the same use with an ultra 2
    I dwelled months ago about “garmin or Apple Watch” and Apple Watch won just because of safety features that I already used few days after having my series 9 ! (thank you siri and double tap !)

  • @benwade7419
    @benwade7419 Před 2 měsíci

    Nice tips, I never used a watch for sleep either, great video

    • @dannycheung_
      @dannycheung_ Před 2 měsíci

      The watch is amazing as an alarm. It is so much easier to wake up to gentle haptics than blaring audio.

  • @DREAMREC0RDER
    @DREAMREC0RDER Před 3 měsíci +1

    Went from 6 to Ultra 2 a few days ago, double autonomy and fast charging in 30' from 12% to 50% and 100% in 80'.
    More defined and bright display, very readable both in the dark and in bright sunlight. I thought it would be heavier and bulkier, but it's perfect for my wrist.
    Very accurate GPS, and is much faster throughout. Three days of battery life are fantastic finally!!!❤️

  • @donnaroma2537
    @donnaroma2537 Před měsícem +1

    I have a small wrist and love the ultra 2

  • @alex_rogan
    @alex_rogan Před 3 měsíci +1

    Ive been looking at this watch to use when mtbing as well so I don't have to carry a phone. Had a big OTB onto my head today and was ok but if seriously injured the crash detection would have been great.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 3 měsíci

      I’d recommend it, but if you’re not going to carry your phone, make sure you get yourself a cell plan otherwise you’ll not be able to contact anyone.

    • @pennryan970
      @pennryan970 Před 3 měsíci

      Stay safe 🙏

  • @wa11pon33
    @wa11pon33 Před 5 měsíci +7

    The watch is fantastic! I just upgraded from a Series 7 to a 1st gen Ultra and its a fantastic watch in comparison. I agree that it is the Watch to get if you can afford it. I would add that people upgrading should upgrade to a 1st gen Ultra like I did as its significantly cheaper and is about 95% the same watch. The double tap feature seems a bit gimmicky and the faster processor is a pretty useless feature for a wearable (except for maybe futureproofing). To me the price of the 1st gen Ultra makes it a very compelling Watch over the Ultra 2.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +1

      And I’m pretty sure you can do sometime similar to double tap in the accessibility settings on the ultra 1!
      I never use it

    • @rasqueen1
      @rasqueen1 Před 5 měsíci

      I have the ultra 1 upgraded from series 5 I love it ❤

  • @dr.chungusphd108
    @dr.chungusphd108 Před 4 měsíci

    Ordered mine last night.

  • @darrenallen7754
    @darrenallen7754 Před 4 měsíci

    I’m happy with mine

  • @brucecrescencio
    @brucecrescencio Před 5 měsíci +3

    my first apple watch is the Ultra 2 and I am very happy with the purchase ..

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +1

      That’s what we like to hear!

    • @brucecrescencio
      @brucecrescencio Před 5 měsíci +1

      im not an extreme athlete but I do runs, i swim, i hike and i free dive.. and its an awesome companion

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +3

      Sounds to me like you do a lot of spots though, so you’ve made the right choice. Especially with free diving!

    • @wileycoyote4206
      @wileycoyote4206 Před 5 měsíci

      @@brucecrescencio same ⌚️👍💯💛

  • @SunshineFL
    @SunshineFL Před 5 měsíci +2

    I have an Apple Watch Series 6 and I upgraded to the Apple Watch ultra 2 and it fits my wrists very comfortably.

  • @kylefreeze827
    @kylefreeze827 Před 28 dny

    I had a question what app do you use for your bike trails to keep track of ?

  • @22jeepmojave75
    @22jeepmojave75 Před 4 měsíci

    Can you see the screen in dark environment? I had hard time seeing the screen due to auto dimming and there is no manual setting to override the feature.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci

      Yeah I can see it perfectly fine!

    • @seloob2345
      @seloob2345 Před 21 dnem

      There should be a setting to make it go red to make it easier to see if that helps, you can try increasing the brightness

  • @RabbitWatchShop
    @RabbitWatchShop Před 3 měsíci

    What’s crazy about my particular situation: I purchased the 41mm series 8 in stainless steel gold with Apple’s OEM gold mesh bracelet. Reason: whilst I was interested in the ultra, I find it too large and masculine in appearance. The crazy part: my watch is only about $50 cheaper than the ultra.
    I do hope Apple releases a smaller ultra, and until then, I’ll be sticking to the stainless steel models with sapphire. It’s superior to the base models, yet smaller and more elegant in appearance compared to the large, rugged ultra. It’s a nice middle ground.

  • @JerrySchulze
    @JerrySchulze Před 5 měsíci +1

    Chris, your videos flow extremely well and are paired with fantastic video. I’m jelly.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you Jerry! But you’ve got nothing to be jealous of, your videos are great!

  • @IamZeus1100
    @IamZeus1100 Před měsícem

    Honestly the alienation is a two way street for the size ! I’m a bigger guy and I have big hands and sausage fingers so for things like iPhone I always gotta get the biggest size available and bigger is more . I’m gonna be getting an Apple Watch for the first time ever next week and gonna go with the ultra2 since it’s the biggest . I’m also really active and will use while hiking , running , biking and exploring so it’ll probably be a good thing to have something durable . Thanks for the awesome video ! I feel better about getting it now for reasons beyond it just being the biggest !

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před měsícem

      Glad the video helped you man. You’ll love it for activities!

  • @ScaleCrawling
    @ScaleCrawling Před 21 dnem

    Is it possible to keep the screen from becoming darker when I turn my wrist away from me?

    • @seloob2345
      @seloob2345 Před 21 dnem +1

      Depends, if you have an app on, you can go to settings, choose the app, and then choose to keep the app on. “İf I am correct that is”

    • @ScaleCrawling
      @ScaleCrawling Před 21 dnem

      @@seloob2345 I only have the regular clock face background function, no seperate app.

  • @davidvega1978
    @davidvega1978 Před 2 měsíci

    I had apple watch since the 1sr one and I have never ever had a problem with the GPS telling me where I was.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 2 měsíci

      You’re lucky! Mine was frequently incorrect out in the forests I ride my bike at

  • @BetaBuxDelux
    @BetaBuxDelux Před 16 dny

    I wonder if I should have picked this up vs the series 9. 🤔

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 16 dny

      I’d say if you have enough expendable income to justify it, absolutely. Better battery life, screen, and build quality

  • @Lifeisnot4sale
    @Lifeisnot4sale Před 4 měsíci +1

    One of the best reviews of the ultra that I’ve seen. Very practical. Sub earned.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you! I appreciate the view and very thankful for the sub 👏

  • @angelovigil518
    @angelovigil518 Před 5 měsíci

    I love the Ultra 2 especially the large size, battery life and features.

  • @matt2.052
    @matt2.052 Před 25 dny

    I got one to have less time with my phone

  • @meFatuations
    @meFatuations Před měsícem +1

    I think it is designed for people who want the most sophisticated device available today. Workout style is just a bonus. The presenter is talking like the only reason to have the watch is if you are an extreme athlete. I think he is missing the point in what the watch is.

  • @carlos6176
    @carlos6176 Před 5 měsíci +1

    AUW1 for the win. I tested The auw2 and honestly I didn’t see much of difference but the price.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      I mean, they’re priced the same on release, but you’re right. If you’ve already got the version 1, it’s not worth upgrading for a brighter screen, faster processor and slightly better battery.

  • @Angry-_-Asian
    @Angry-_-Asian Před 4 měsíci

    Leaving a comment for QOTSA =) Also I have a Series 8 and just ordered the Ultra 2! Want to say that I ride a lot on my sur ron and fall a lot haha. I've only had the watch go off when I went OTB going down hill and had the bike slam in to me leaving me pinned lol Lucky my buddy was just ahead on the trail and helped me out.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci +1

      So we’ve got the complete opposite problem! Mine goes off too much, yours doesn’t go off at all unless it is a major crash 😅

  • @fightingsolveseverything7667
    @fightingsolveseverything7667 Před 3 měsíci +1

    My wife wears this as do I, and it is in no way too big. I wish it were a bit larger as I love using G Shocks.

  • @RizE62
    @RizE62 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I got series 4 is it worth upgrading.."

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +1

      100% you could even save money and get away with a ultra 1!

    • @RizE62
      @RizE62 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst well I can get discount on ultra 2 which would mean ultra 2 would be 75£ more then ultra1 would it be worth it?

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      Well in that case, if you've got the money going spare its probably worth going for the Ultra 2,.@@RizE62

    • @RizE62
      @RizE62 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst oki doki thank you

  • @MotoRCix
    @MotoRCix Před 4 měsíci

    I had the s5 since it came out and decided about a month ago to get the ultra 2, and my god what an upgrade compared to that. Great purchase imo, even better than when I got the s5

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci

      Huge upgrade from an s5! Glad you’re enjoying it!

    • @joshcontreras8941
      @joshcontreras8941 Před 4 měsíci

      I have the 5 too and am debating to get it or not 😫

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci

      @@joshcontreras8941 if you can afford it, treat yourself

    • @MotoRCix
      @MotoRCix Před 4 měsíci

      @@joshcontreras8941 if you can truly afford it, then I would go for it. It’s a night and day difference. I haven’t been this consistent with an Apple Watch in a long time. I just love everything about this watch

  • @vincentkoman1917
    @vincentkoman1917 Před 5 měsíci +4

    ur vids are quality bro

  • @cjgagnon4722
    @cjgagnon4722 Před 3 měsíci +5

    bro flexing with all his female friends

  • @johnboggs8765
    @johnboggs8765 Před 3 měsíci +2

    you used "begs the question" incorrectly.

  • @Paul-ng4jx
    @Paul-ng4jx Před 2 měsíci

    I like the ruggedness mainly since I work outside at a car wash for 12 plus hours a day

  • @meFatuations
    @meFatuations Před měsícem

    Its large for a good reason. The extra real estate allows for more information. If its too big for you, that's fine, get something else. For the rest of us we can enjoy the visual experience.

  • @romeolopez757
    @romeolopez757 Před 5 měsíci +3

    If you belong in Apple ecosystem this is the best watch ever:Ultra 2… you can use this watch from air land and underwater…you can’t compare this to other watches in the market right now in regards to its iconic design,quality,features,technology and value for money….I’m happy to have this Ultra join forces together with my IPhone 15 Pro Max and AirPods Max ❤❤❤…

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +2

      I think you can compare it to offerings from Garmin, but it is the best Apple Watch

    • @romeolopez757
      @romeolopez757 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst Garmin is far behind from Ultra 2….

    • @TheZanshen
      @TheZanshen Před 5 měsíci

      Garmin is a better sports watch/ fitness watch by a mile with some smartwatch features and the AWU is bar the best smartwatch on the planet with not bad sport features. I have the garmin epix 2 and the AWU 2 .

  • @Tha-King-Arthur
    @Tha-King-Arthur Před měsícem

    The GPS is so accurate that it's finds my parked car or my Iphone within a milimeter difference. Also workouts like step and running is 100% accurate.. Health measering looks accurate and even inside the house the GPS is fast and accurate..

  • @jaredweiman2987
    @jaredweiman2987 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I fall into an even smaller niche as I spend a significant portion of my time gaming on my PC. All of my workouts are done at home (a vast majority being on Fitness+). The big sell for me was being able to use this is a back up dive watch. I've been diving since 2007 and while I don't get to do it as often as I'd like, the ocean can be violent and unpredictable. I don't think I'd take any other consumer market device with me besides the Ultra 2. Even though it's max operating depth is 130ft, the housing is safe up to around 300ft. This means that if I'm doing anything technical or should I incur a decompression obligation my Apple Watch can still make the trip.
    Do I use it like that 7 days a week? No. It mostly sees use as a controller for my phone and as a way to quickly view messages and notifications. I would point out that the Ocean Band hasn't been great for diving. It only comes in one size and it's far too small to put over the sleeve on my wetsuit that already has my Shearwater Perdix strapped to it.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      I think the fact you go diving makes this watch tailored to you!

  • @cosmiczach
    @cosmiczach Před 2 měsíci

    What is that band?

  • @yxngvonzo
    @yxngvonzo Před 4 měsíci

    You didn’t have to put me on the spot 😂😂

  • @geogoes360
    @geogoes360 Před 2 měsíci

    switched in decembre from Samsung watch 4 to Ultra 2, now I regret it. My frustrations with the Apple watch ultra 2 which costs almost twice as much as a Samsung watch: can't change the volume in Airpods on the watch, can't hear workout feedback while listening to music on Airpods, can't have the sleep function turned on without Sleep focus, no blood pressure option, oxygen sensor is in dispute, in the Health app where the watch sends data you have tons of useful information only on first read but can't hide once you've read it, two Health and Fitness apps where Samsung only has one. If you never had a Samsung watch, I'm sure Apple watch is perfect. Otherwise.... you'll miss a lot of good stuff available on a basic Samsung watch.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 2 měsíci

      You can change the volume of AirPods on the watch… you use the crown…
      But if you dislike it so much, you should switch back?

    • @geogoes360
      @geogoes360 Před 2 měsíci

      @ChrisWilmshurst oh well, it doesn't work. I use CZcams music and just tested it again, it doesn't work. Of course, I'll switch back, I'm looking for quality and usability, not the company name. I got caught up in the pro-Apple wave and all the CZcams reviews that turned out not to match the reality I experienced.

  • @Indy1701e
    @Indy1701e Před 5 měsíci

    I always have the water lock on. But I am a swimmer, too...

  • @barbancourt69
    @barbancourt69 Před 4 měsíci +1

    The thing which keeps me from buying this watch is the battery life. Max 3 days!! I wearing a Garmin Fenix 5 which is around 5 years now, and have to recharge it every 6 days.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Nothing can beat a garmin when it comes to battery life, it all depends if you want the extra smartphone like features. I don’t wear my ultra to sleep, so I’ve got no issues chucking it on charge every few days

    • @TheDutchGuyOnYT
      @TheDutchGuyOnYT Před 14 dny

      Also the wireless charging is very fast. While i shower and prepare myself for the day, the ultra is charging to 100%.

  • @erinlaughlin8951
    @erinlaughlin8951 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I’ve seen so many women happily wearing the ultra watch. I’ll be buying one myself soon.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      Good to know! Obviously my small sample pool is not indicative of everyone’s experience. But it’s what I’ve experienced

    • @Nettiep61158
      @Nettiep61158 Před 4 měsíci +1

      I just purchased mine 2 weeks and I’m a tiny 5’2 woman with small wrists BUT I am loving this watch on myself!! Go for it❤❤❤

  • @ineedmoneysp
    @ineedmoneysp Před 5 měsíci

    Who the hell asks other people if they can try on their watch. I had a tide watch when I was younger and it was big like the ultra and friends liked it but no one ever asked me to try it on.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      Funnily enough, people in the workplace who are looking at buying a new smart watch. I’ve got no issue with letting them try it on, I’m not petty or going to judge someone for asking.

  • @TheHoonShow
    @TheHoonShow Před 26 dny

    6:58 I took that personally.

  • @illecebris8709
    @illecebris8709 Před měsícem

    I hope the Ultra 3 will be more brutal and thicker!

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před měsícem

      Sorry to disappoint, but there’s nothing brutal about wearing an Apple Watch 🤣🤣🤣.

    • @illecebris8709
      @illecebris8709 Před měsícem

      😂.. totally agree!

  • @cryptic6917
    @cryptic6917 Před 3 měsíci

    I’m going from a series 3 to an ultra 2 and I’m really keen

  • @maximusaugustus6823
    @maximusaugustus6823 Před 18 dny

    There is no issue with the size of the Apple Ultra. It's a purpose-driven watch designed for the outdoors, adventures, cycling, diving, and more. Plus, it's still smaller than my G-Shock Mudmaster.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 18 dny

      Thank you for speaking on behalf of every person with a small wrist. I’m sure you really captured every single persons opinion. 👌

  • @meFatuations
    @meFatuations Před měsícem +1

    Don't agree. You don't need to try it on. It can fit anyone. If you want one, order one and the next day to an Apple store and pick it up.

  • @janiceazar7173
    @janiceazar7173 Před 3 měsíci

    I love my ultra 2 watch. Now I am waiting for Apple ❤to make a smart ring💍 and foldable 📱 phone. Come on Apple ❤wake up and smell the ☕️ coffee

  • @savemotherearth2098
    @savemotherearth2098 Před 3 měsíci

    Well like you said this watch is made for outdoor , cold, hot, dust, dive, clime , bike , gym name it I use it when I go fishing , so apple did a grate job making a watch for out door (where everything is rough, bigger stronger )dudes like us not for sisi’s walking around with LV , GC,Rolex etc…. 😂😂😂 give me a break

  • @sleepynatured4264
    @sleepynatured4264 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I don’t understand people saying it’s heavy.

  • @KrishnaSingh-rg4qk
    @KrishnaSingh-rg4qk Před 5 měsíci

    I got my ultra 2 trading my series 4

  • @gwj7747
    @gwj7747 Před 5 měsíci

    The main problem is if they make the watch smaller it won’t have all the same great features the battery won’t be the same. The screen size will be smaller so you’ll see less which is the whole purpose of the screen being so big so you can see more and have more screen real estate, it’s perfect the way it is and I know women that wear the watch and deal with the fact that it’s big women like big things L O L

  • @julianlamme8627
    @julianlamme8627 Před 2 měsíci

    I think your concerns about alienating people with smaller wrists aren’t really a factor. The markets the Ultra was created for are those more extreme users such as divers, backcountry hikers/backpackers, ultra marathon runners, etc. With divers and backpackers in particular the dive computers and GPS watches they’ve been using are already huge and in many cases bigger than the Ultra. It was made to actually integrate this category of consumers, not alienate women/men with smaller wrists. It’s not designed to be a replacement to the regular series of watch (regardless of the fact most people who own it probably don’t need the features) as the ultra occupies a pretty specialized niche

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 2 měsíci

      All though I agree with you, consumers don’t follow logic like that and people will want the better product and I know many people who like the ultra, but do not partake in any sort of extreme outdoor activity, but won’t buy it due to the size.

    • @julianlamme8627
      @julianlamme8627 Před 2 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst Agreed on your points as well! My thought is Apple probably knows they are probably losing some sales on the size factor but likely don’t care too much. They’re capitalizing on a market Apple Watch wasn’t present in before so the extra loss in potential sales probably isn’t a major factor in future development of a smaller Ultra since it’s not really catered to these people.

  • @user-zb6el4ks2b
    @user-zb6el4ks2b Před 3 měsíci +2

    the main problem with it is in 5 years time it will be in
    the bin , buy a decent mechanical watch and it will be
    going up in value and still working after the ultra plus ,
    the ultra plus plus , the ultra plus ultra super , and
    apple ultra super plus super dooper plus .................

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 3 měsíci

      100% agree with your take, however. I’m not interested in a watch as an investment piece and I actually use it for the fitness aspect more. If I didn’t, I wouldn’t own any smart watch.
      This is why we recycle things.

  • @Gurprtkahlon
    @Gurprtkahlon Před 5 měsíci +1

    The downside of the apple Watch is that I can’t pickup whatsapp voice calls on the watch and it doesn’t even notify me if someone is calling me on whatsapp. Also I don’t even see the reason why people spending money on Ultra or Ultra 2 since series 9 is almost perfect for 90-95% of the users

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +2

      I agree that it’s perfect for 90-95% but the additional battery life is a huge positive

  • @JeraldJamesCapao
    @JeraldJamesCapao Před 3 měsíci

    I still like stainless steel frame. ❤

  • @georgemavrides3434
    @georgemavrides3434 Před 5 měsíci

    The price at circa $1000 is silly to be honest for a watch that needs charging every 2-3 days even when features are not used. Huawei flagship watches (like the Watch 4) have equal features, double the battery life (all features enabled), cost half the price and look stunning in terms of craftmanship (rather than expensive gadgets).

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci

      I’m not sure where you’re looking at buying them from but they retail at £800 and are usually on sale from about 700-750. We’ll have to disagree on the looks.

    • @DREAMREC0RDER
      @DREAMREC0RDER Před 3 měsíci

      I paid my Ultra 2 €799 a few days ago…

    • @georgemavrides3434
      @georgemavrides3434 Před 3 měsíci

      @@DREAMREC0RDER There's always discounts like with everything else. The Ultra 2 is no longer a new watch. Got my GT3 Pro last year for 250, can't beat that value for the money. And I get 10-12 days on each charge.

    • @mediocreman2
      @mediocreman2 Před 3 měsíci

      ​@@georgemavrides3434I agree it's overpriced, but the Huawei doesn't have a blood oxygen sensor and it's guaranteed to s spy on you and report back to China. I ran a program called Netguard on a Huawei phone and it was constantly sending data to China.

  • @thevirtualdenis3502
    @thevirtualdenis3502 Před 4 měsíci

    A watch made for sports, called ultra, without GPX import/Export, Topo maps everywhere, and with a short battery life compared to the competition. Sad. I will wait for a real version and not a Beta version

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci

      You’ll be waiting at least ten years.. that’s how long it’s taken to get this far with the ultra 😅 I’d recommend a garmin!
      However there are third party apps that allow you to import gpx

  • @vasiliz9369
    @vasiliz9369 Před 2 měsíci

    Hardly perfect. I bought my Apple Ultra watch about 15 months ago, and I find it difficult to control, unpredictable, finnicky.
    For eg, a software update eliminated the one-swipe ability to check battery level. I'd return my watch if I could.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 2 měsíci

      I’d suggest selling it if you can’t get along with it or set a complication for your battery

  • @moyong199
    @moyong199 Před 2 měsíci

    At the end of the day, you cannot please everybody. Some will say its too big, some will say the size is just fine. Everyone has its own oponion and issues on things. If you like it, buy it. If not, find another watch.

  • @areuaware6842
    @areuaware6842 Před 22 dny

    I never got an Apple Watch because I thought they looked a bit feminine but the Ultra is more masculine.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 22 dny

      Not going to judge anyone for a style of watch, but if you think the ultra is more masculine and you want one, go for it.

  • @kefkapalazzo1
    @kefkapalazzo1 Před 28 dny

    I was just thinking how this watch appeals to women. I have a skinny wrist for a guy and it’d probably look funny on me, but woman tend to be so much smaller than us.

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 28 dny

      A lot of people like larger watches, regardless if it looks silly or not. So it’s completely up to the wearer.

  • @pennryan970
    @pennryan970 Před 3 měsíci

    Interesting sleep tracking perspective. Disagree but okay. Get ya.

  • @CanCanPresents
    @CanCanPresents Před 2 měsíci

    If anyone has interest in listening to music while working out this may be the worst watch on the planet. Apple Music, Spotify and Apple Podcasts all are nearly impossible to get to function properly without bringing your phone along for the ride. Soooooo frustrating.

  • @TheRocstar504
    @TheRocstar504 Před 4 měsíci

    The Galaxy Watch From Samsung Is Bigger Than The Ultra So If A Big Watch Is To Big They Have The Series 9 Just Like If The Pro Max Is Too Big For You Get The Pro Version The Ultra Watch Was Made For Outdoor adventurous Consumers Rock Climbers Mountain Hikers And I Don’t Do None Of That And I Bought It Just For The Size And I Have No Complaints It ‘s Not For Everybody

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci

      It’s not for everybody no, but if you’re comfortable wearing it’s larger size I can’t suggest people avoid it because it’s not designed for them. It’s much better than the 9!

    • @TheRocstar504
      @TheRocstar504 Před 4 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst Yes But You Said Women Tried On Your Watch And Said It’s Too Big And For Some Women It Might Be So Theirs An Alternative For Them A Smaller Watch Like The Series 9 Or 8 Or 7 I Happen To Like The Bigger Phones 📱 And Now Finally A Watch

  • @fp8007
    @fp8007 Před 28 dny

    In 2024 garnin epix 51mm is the king 🫅 no other watch comes close , the watch ultra looks like cheap $10 dollar square gadget from the family dollar store 🤭 or a mini ipod on the wrist ,and charging the battery every day is a nuisance

  • @Bfighter1
    @Bfighter1 Před měsícem

    90% Pimp 😃

  • @Ujoshuatree-iu4hc
    @Ujoshuatree-iu4hc Před 5 hodinami

    Do women even wear
    This as it seems to be a watch for men

  • @nekocal
    @nekocal Před 3 měsíci

    Because some things are just made for men

  • @robkennedy5906
    @robkennedy5906 Před 4 měsíci

    They do have smaller size watches, its called the Series 9. I think this thing about only one size is nonsense, it is already a small device packed with so much. If they were to make it smaller, they would have to skimp out on what makes it ultra. Do you want them to call it the ultra lite? wtf

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 4 měsíci

      What a ridiculous comment. They already have two size that have equal specs (excluding screen size)with the series 9. There’s no reason they could not do the same with the ultra to accommodate those with smaller sized arms.
      The only thing that makes it ultra is it being made from titanium and a the action button. Outside of that, it’s almost identical spec wise to a series 9.

    • @robkennedy5906
      @robkennedy5906 Před 4 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst its called ultra because of battery capacity and screen size. These are the things they would have to skimp out on if they made it smaller.
      Why isn’t this obvious for you to see?
      You want apple to make the screen smaller and give it the same ultra moniker which clearly it would no longer deserve because the big screen is what makes it ultra.
      41 to 45mm : series 9
      49mm is the requirement for the user experience of the best in class (from apple perspective) smart watch - Ultra 2

  • @BrothaGoodReps
    @BrothaGoodReps Před 5 měsíci

    Awww boo boo so heavy you can barely lift your arm…🙄 those people need to go to the gym lol

  • @VeraYermakova
    @VeraYermakova Před 4 měsíci +1

    The ugliest design ever!!! As if it was chopped by an ax

  • @wileycoyote4206
    @wileycoyote4206 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Good video the watch is great! It was my first watch and I love it 🥰 I’m a guy but I don’t have huge wrists. The watch is just fine ❤ im sure women will love it too!!! ❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊🕺🏼💃🏽⌚️⌚️⌚️⌚️⌚️💪💪💪💪💪💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿🏆⭐️👑
    -Wiley coyote

    • @ChrisWilmshurst
      @ChrisWilmshurst  Před 5 měsíci +1

      I love the watch! But several women I’ve spoken to do too, but they say it’s too big. Obviously not all feel this way, but from my small sample pool it’s the general concern

    • @wileycoyote4206
      @wileycoyote4206 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ChrisWilmshurst yes 👍 I hear ya 💯⌚️🌟

  • @savemotherearth2098
    @savemotherearth2098 Před 3 měsíci

    Well like you said this watch is made for outdoor , cold, hot, dust, dive, clime , bike , gym name it I use it when I go fishing , so apple did a grate job making a watch for out door (where everything is rough, bigger stronger )dudes like us not for sisi’s walking around with LV , GC,Rolex etc…. 😂😂😂 give me a break