In September last year, Apple launched a black version of the Apple Watch Ultra 2, but not a third generation. That should change this year.
Visually, no serious changes can be expected, but under the hood the manufacturer will work on sensible improvements.
Nothing will change at the price this year.We assume that the manufacturer will continue to call up a price of around 900 euros for its Ultra Smartwatch.
Quick navigation:
- 1. Apple Watch Ultra 3 with blood pressure measurement
- 2. Satellite connection
- 3. 5G connection
- 4. New chip
- 5. Better display of Apple Watch 10
- 6. Faster loading
- 7. Is there a new crown?
1. Apple Watch Ultra 3 with blood pressure measurement
Apple will not be the first manufacturer with the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to a smartwatch with a blood pressure measurementbrings onto the market.how it can work.
DieAnd tell the wearer. The results can then be presented to a doctor. It is still unclear whether a conventional blood pressure monitor is required for calibration.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 will apparently not be able to evaluate detail values such as systolic and diastolic value (pressure in the arteries).
2. Satellite connection
The manufacturer Garmin already offers smartwatches with the corresponding satellite conference. Apple is expected to upgrade the Apple Watch Ultra 3 in 2025.
- With such a function, it would be possible to send (SOS) text messages even if there is no mobile phone reception or no WLAN connection.
- Such a feature would increase security in various activities.
- So far it isreserved.
- Apple currently does not require any fees for satellite use and it remains to be seen whether the manufacturer will change this.
3. 5G connection
With the iPhone 16E, Apple is launching its own mobile phone modem for the first time: the Apple C1. LoudMark GurbanHowever, the manufacturer does not plan to integrate its powerful chip into the Apple Watch Ultra 3.
Instead, Apple apparently switches to a Mediatek chip and for the first time brings 5G Redcap to its smartwatches. The planned chip should not reach 5G leading speeds, but is still much faster than the previous 4G LTE modems.
4. New chip
The S9 chip from 2023 works in the Apple Watch 2, while Apple equipped the Series 10 with the S10 chip. The performance difference is negligible, but the newer chip needs less space in the housing, which could result in a larger battery.
Apple will most likely introduce the S11 chip this yearAnd incorporate into his next smartwatches. The new chip could not only be more compact, but also more powerful and pave the way for new functions.
With the publication of Watchos 12 for the Apple Watch, Siri may also be improved, which is expected to be available on compatible devices with iOS 19.
5. Better display of Apple Watch 10
DieEquipped, which seems to be up to 40 percent brighter with an oblique point of view than with the other Apple Watches in the portfolio.
It is therefore not unlikely that the manufacturer will also use this display for the Apple Watch Ultra 3. Apple should also take over the LTPO3 display technology for the Apple Watch Ultra 3. The display thus offers a higher refresh rate, which benefits the Always-on display.
According to earlier information, Apple is said to have provided a micro-LED display for the Apple Watch Ultra. However, Apple does not seem to be pursuing these plans.
6. Faster loading
The underside of the next Ultra model may be revised:
- In the future, the underside could consist of metal instead of ceramic and sapphire glass.
- There are also a larger charging coil and an antenna on the underside.
- The Apple Watch Ultra should be charged much faster.
7. Is there a new crown?
A patent is circulating on the Internet (viaLifewire) from Apple for a new digital crown (rotatable wheel on the side of the watch). According to the patent, the rotating of the crown is restricted and replaced by touch -sensitive components.
In addition, light sensors are mentionedwhich triggered speculation about improved ambient light detection. It is quite possible that Apple holds on the tried and tested and - as is so often the case with patents - makes no changes to the digital crown.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to be presented until September 2025 as part of the iPhone Keynote. In addition to an Apple Watch Series 11 and the iPhone 17 series, the manufacturer could also have an Apple Watch SE 3 in store.
Previously, the WWDC 2025, which is expected to take place again in June. There Apple traditionally presents the innovations of the next Watchos update.
