Apple Watch Ultra 3

Two-way direct satellite communications

Re-engineered satellite radio and dual-strength antenna connect directly to low Earth orbit satellites (~800 miles above Earth traveling at 15,000 mph); provides Emergency SOS via satellite, Find My location sharing via satellite, and two-way SMS/MMS/iMessage messaging via satellite when entirely outside cellular and Wi-Fi coverage.

5G cellular modem

First 5G cellular integration in the Ultra branch, delivering higher download throughput and reduced cellular power draw.

Hypertension notifications

Passive background analysis of optical heart sensor photoplethysmography (PPG) data over 30-day monitoring intervals to detect consistent signs of chronic high blood pressure.

Sleep score

Comprehensive sleep tracking metric analyzing sleep duration, bedtime consistency, awakenings, and sleep stages.

Wrist flick gesture

(minor): One-handed outward wrist turn-and-return gesture to quickly dismiss notifications, alarms, or timers.

Largest Apple Watch display with LTPO3

Expands screen area to the largest ever on an Apple Watch, incorporating LTPO3 wide-angle OLED architecture for superior off-axis brightness and 1Hz always-on refresh.

Battery runtime extended to 42 hours

Normal everyday battery life increased from 36 hours (Ultra 2) to 42 hours; Low Power Mode battery extended to 72 hours; continuous outdoor GPS/heart-rate workout tracking in Low Power Mode extended to 20 hours.

Fast charging performance

(minor): 15 minutes of charging provides up to 12 hours of battery life.

49mm aerospace-grade titanium enclosure

Retains the rugged 49mm titanium case, raised protective bezel, flat sapphire crystal, and orange Action button.

Extreme durability and dive standards

Retains 100-meter water resistance, EN13319 recreational dive computer certification (depth gauge to 40 meters), dual-frequency GPS (L1 and L5), dual speakers, and an 86-decibel emergency siren.

Color choices

Available in Natural Titanium and Black Titanium finishes.