As part of the Wonderlust keynote presentation, Apple presented its new smartwatches. The latest models of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 are here. We take a look at the key new features of these new devices.
The famous keynote in September is the event where Apple fans finally find out specifically what the brand’s new devices are and what new functions they offer.
The “Wonderlust” keynote in September 2023 obviously allowed us to learn more about the new features of the iPhone 15.
But in addition to its new cell phones, Apple also introduced its new smartwatches Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2.
Features and new features of the Apple Watch Series 9
The first novelty of these new Apple Watch Series 9 smartwatches is the integration of a better S9 chip.
This chip not only offers better performance and more speed (30%), but also increases battery life to 18 hours.
It is also possible to send requests to the voice assistant Siri and process them locally there. This means that our voice requests do not have to go through the internet and the cloud.
But the big innovation that this chip brings with it is the function that Apple calls Double Tap.
Pressing the index finger and thumb twice at the same time launches the main button of the application that we use on our watch.
This comes in handy when our other hand is busy and we can’t reach our watch. We can especially think about this when we go for a walk with our dog.
You can answer or end a call. Stop a timer or alarm. The possibilities are numerous.
On the screen side it is twice as bright, reaching 2000 nits.
Finally, the Apple Watch Series 9 is equipped with a new ultra-wide band to offer better precision, especially when we want to find our iPhone.
When will the Apple Watch Series 9 be released?
The Apple Watch Series 9 is available for pre-order from September 15th and will be launched on September 22nd, 2023.
The starting price for the 41mm model is $549, while the 45mm model starts at $589.
Learn more about Apple Watch Series 9
Features and new features of the Apple Watch Ultra 2
Apple also introduced its new version of its luxury watch, the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
This integrates the same S9 chip as in the Apple Watch Series 9 and thus the features mentioned above including double tap.
The screen hasn’t really changed, apart from being brighter, capable of reaching 3000 nits, and dark mode being activated automatically.
Otherwise, the height and underwater depth sensors have been improved and cycling enthusiasts can connect devices via Bluetooth to monitor their rides.
In short, a modest update for this high-end Apple Watch.
When will the Apple Watch Ultra 2 be released?
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is available for pre-order from September 15th and will be launched on September 22nd, 2023.
The starting price for the 49mm model is $1,099.
Find out more about the Apple Watch Ultra 2