7 Amazing Features of the New Apple Watch Ultra
Heard of the new Apple Watch Ultra and concerned about what new features it has to offer? Ever imagined the benefits of these new features to you as a user? This article was written just for you. Read on!!!
https://www.apple.com/newsroom/images/product/watch/standard/Apple-Watch-Ultra-3up-hero-220907_Full-Bleed-Image.jpg.large.jpg Image of Apple Watch Ultra
The Apple Watch Ultra was unveiled on Wednesday, 7th September, 2022. It was made for individuals who are majorly involved in athletics and exploration. So, if you are an athlete, explorer, or a swimmer, you should know that Apple had you in mind while making this watch.
Features of the New Apple Watch Ultra
Some of the features of Apple Watch Ultra include:
- Extreme Temperature
- Action Button
- Night Mode
- Emergency Siren
- L1 + L5 Positioning
- Water Temperature Sensor and Depth Gauge
- Redesigned Compass
1) Extreme Temperature
iPhones are generally known for becoming non-functional when they get too hot or too cold. However, Apple Watch Ultra is known for operating features that are extreme. Apple Watch Ultra’s function under any climate condition.
https://www.apple.com/newsroom/images/product/watch/standard/Apple-Watch-Ultra-lifestyle-explorer-220907_big.jpg.large.jpg The Apple Watch Ultra can accommodate extreme environments.
It has been modelled to accommodate harsh weathers which you are likely to experience during outdoor explorations. The Extreme Temperature feature is built for endurance, exploration, and adventure. With an Apple Watch Ultra, you do not need to limit exploration within warm geographical locations.
As an explorer or an adventurous person, it is important to you that you see many places, and enjoy the spirit of exploration that comes with them. With Apple Watch Ultra, you don’t need to worry about being lost, wandering too far, or not being able to keep track of time. Everything you need for a fantastic outdoor function is around your wrist.
2) Action Button
While previous Apple Watch Models have just two physical controls, Apple Watch Ultra has a third button which is called the ‘Action Button.’ The Action Button is the orange-coloured button by the side of the Apple Ultra Watch.
https://images.macrumors.com/t/X17w3m0TUPuJBpJSMDWnM-hr3QQ=/800x0/article-new/2022/09/Apple-Watch-Ultra-Orange-Alpine-Loop-Action-button-220907_big.jpg.large_.jpg?lossy Apple Watch Ultra Action Button, capable of so many functions.
The Action Button is customizable, and can serve a range of functions. Some of these functions are tracking a race segment during a workout, finding a way out when using Backtrack, dropping a Compass Waypoint, starting up a dive computer, etc. What the Action Button does is absolutely up to you, depending on your particular need.
If you are an athlete who often fancy solo exercise and training, then the Apple Watch Ultra will be of great benefit to you. It leads you on the right track, helps you keep track of how much distance you cover during workout, and so on. It is a perfect gadget for sporting activities.
3) Night Mode
https://www.apple.com/newsroom/images/product/watch/standard/Apple-Watch-Ultra-Orange-Alpine-Loop-Wayfinder-face-Night-Mode-220907_inline.jpg.large.jpg Apple Watch Ultra Night Mode
The Night Mode feature is activated by turning on the Digital Crown. It optimises the evening condition by removing the retina-altering blue light from the interface, thereby turning it red to prevent you from straining your eyes in the dark. The Wayfinder watch face is altered in the dark to enable you conveniently make use of the Apple Watch Ultra without any form of irritation.
As an individual who loves exploring or travelling at night, and engaging in sports when it is dark, the Apple Watch Ultra was designed to meet up with this exception. The Night Mode feature serves well in helping you navigate all the features of the function effectively, just as it would function during the day. If you see the feature you need properly, then the purpose of that feature will be served.
4) Emergency Siren
This is another amazing feature of Apple Watch Ultra. For instance, if you get lost, or get involved in an accident, or you are in any kind of emergency situation, the Apple Watch Ultra possesses an 86-decibel siren which you can activate by holding down the power button.
https://images.macrumors.com/t/bcYrwN8GobvPH0s29AIcVmIBozs=/800x0/article-new/2022/09/ultra-siren-watch.jpg?lossy An emergency siren being activated on the Apple Watch Ultra.
The Apple Watch Ultra siren can be heard 180 metres or 600 feet away. It also uses different sounds to depict two distinct alternating patterns. The first sound depicts a distress pattern, while the order sounds like the regular SOS pattern.
Many have died and are still dying from accidents because no one was there to help them or hear the cry of help. You do not have to be in this situation. Amongst all its feature, the Apple Watch Ultra Emergency Siren seems to be the only one that has the advantage of saving life. Whether as an athlete or non-athlete, this feature is in your best interest.
5) L1 + L5 Positioning
Apple Ultra Watch has another feature that incorporates a dual-frequency of the L1 and the L5, which is the latest frequency.
https://images.macrumors.com/t/B3NOY-JvocMgr9kSB7_n2HYwDss=/800x0/article-new/2022/09/ultra-watch-gps.jpg?lossy The image of L1 and L5 GPS
Combining these two frequencies would provide you with the most accurate GPS you would ever be able to find on any smartwatch. With the newly achieved custom positioning algorithm, athletes can easily find their ways among trees, thich forests, and high buildings.
I’m sure you don’t want to be stuck in a particular route and have your GPS failing you. This is what the L1 and L5 GPS avoids. With these joint frequencies, you are likely not to encounter any barrier in your algorithm, regardless of how far you travel, or how deep into the forest you train.
6) Water Temperature Sensor and Depth Gauge
The Apple Watch Ultra was also designed for water sports. As a swimmer, there is a great need to regulate your depth in the ocean.
https://www.apple.com/newsroom/images/product/watch/standard/Apple-Watch-Ultra-Yellow-Ocean-band-Depth-app-220907_inline.jpg.large.jpg Apple Watch Ultra displaying a new Depth App
When submerged, Apple Watch Ultra utilises a new depth gauge which features a Depth app which was designed to be displayed using an intuitive user interface. From this optimised interface, you can detect time, current depth, water temperature, duration under water, and max depth reached. You can do all these just by glancing at the user interface.
If you are a swimmer, then this feature is key for your skill and safety. With the Water Temperature Sensor and Depth Gauge, you can detect which part of the water is safe and which part you should flee from. You can also determine how much stamina you have depending on your measurement on how deep you dive. Besides, it is very amazing that the Apple Watch Ultra is immune to water, not many electronic devices are.
7) Redesigned Compass
The Apple Watch Ultra has taken into consideration the different preferences associated with reading a compass, yours inclusive.
https://images.macrumors.com/t/sJuwFjvUMPx9f0EkZmu7eqgdCVc=/800x0/article-new/2022/09/compass-utra.jpg?lossy An Apple Watch Ultra Compass with three different views.
Unlike other Apple Watch, the Ultra has been redesigned to accommodate three distinct views. These views consist of a new hybrid, which has both the analog and digital views. You must also note that when it turns, the Digital Crown displays a third view including latitude, longitude, elevation, incline, and also views showing waypoints and Backtrack.
If this is the case, then you will not have the problem of interpreting the compass attached to the device. This is because the compass attached to the Apple Watch Ultra is very flexible to understand. So, while you embark on that adventurous journey of yours, explore the beautiful universe in its many horizons, and engage in diverse sporting activities, do not forget to take your Apple Watch Ultra along.
The Apple Watch Ultra is a Great Leap in Apple’s Technology
The features of the Apple Watch Ultra are not limited to those stated above. It also includes health features and can detect car crashes amongst others. The features of the Apple Watch Ultra would be of great benefit to you, especially if you are an athlete, an explorer, or an adventurer majorly caught up in a not so friendly environment or climate. You do not want to be caught up in an emergency situation without any means to call for help, nor do you want to get lost in the woods while you train. The Apple Watch Ultra offers you many life-saving and life-building features in one package, so it is up to you to decide what you want to do with it.
