Apple Watch Ultra 3
According to The Mashable, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is almost here, and honestly, I’m counting the hours like a kid waiting for their birthday. The big Apple event falls on September 9 just a few sleeps away and yes, while the iPhone 17 and its flashy new Liquid Glass UI are hogging the spotlight, the Ultra 3 is gearing up for its moment. There’s this quiet but muscular rumble going around, and if you’ve ever gotten that “I need it” itch when Apple drops a shiny new toy, this is one of those times.
Pre-order news is buzzing. If you blink, you might miss your shot preorders are lining up around September 12. So, if you’re the sort who likes new tech on your wrist before the barista at your local café can even ask “oat milk or regular?”, set a reminder for September 19. That’s when the first wave hits. I’ve seen it in the trenches of tech Twitter: someone gets the Ultra 3, posts a wrist selfie, suddenly everyone’s chasing courier updates and quietly regretting not clicking “buy” three seconds earlier.
Leaks? Oh, the leaks are plentiful but not always as spicy as we wish. There’s chatter about a bigger, brighter, tougher display 2.12 inches now, almost 10% larger than last year’s Ultra 2. Apple’s apparently testing fancy new tech to make that screen even more efficient, maybe ditching OLED for microLED or LTPO, but let’s see if it lands. I secretly root for the microLED rumor, because if it’s anywhere near as vibrant and power-savvy as the whispers say, you can probably get away with not charging for days.
Then there’s this wild speculation about an onboard camera. For real! If the Ultra 3 pulls it off, imagine FaceTiming from your wrist while hunched over some campsite in the Himalayas. Okay, maybe not full Insta-influencer level shots Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says it’s more about AI image analysis than killer portrait mode. Still, that’s futuristic. A little unnerving, maybe, but futuristic.
Specs-wise, we’re looking at Apple’s latest S11 chip. The Ultra 2 ran on S9, so this upgrade will at least keep everything snappy, though most leaks suggest modest real-world improvements. Is it an adrenaline boost or just a gentle nudge forward? Probably the latter. And battery life is getting the love it deserves thanks to a fatter charging coil and that energy-saving display, low-power mode could stretch to 72 hours. If you’re doing actual Ultra-level adventures and not just ultra-level coffee runs, that’s pretty sweet.
Let’s talk features, because honestly, watchOS 26 is angling to make a splash. The crown jewel (at least for adrenaline junkies and demise-expectant weekend warriors) is satellite messaging. Lost service in the backcountry? Just fire off a text through the Globalstar network no cell towers required. That is the kind of peace of mind that makes you want to ditch city life for a couple days. There’s a whisper of blood pressure monitoring too, which, if it goes mainstream, could change the game for those keeping tabs on their health. As always, 5G is reportedly dialed in, so expect even brisker data while you’re on the go, streaming, tracking, and (big sigh of relief) uploading your dog’s daily adventure reels.
As for price, it’s sticking with that classic $799 tag. Not exactly penny-candy territory, but premium wristwear rarely is. Personally, I always rationalize Apple prices with a blend of creative math and “it’s for work” logic but in reality, it’s just fun to own the best toy. If the Ultra 3 keeps its price steady, fans will be relieved especially in a year packed with random tariff hikes and inflation tears.
If I had to sum up what’s always made the Ultra line a little special, it’s this: the feeling that you’re getting closer to that sci-fi future we grew up dreaming about. It’s not for everybody it really is “Ultra” for the folks who want All The Things. But tell me you wouldn’t love to send a satellite SOS from a mountain peak or finally go two days without worrying about battery red zones?
Would I preorder? You bet. The anticipation alone is part of the fun. Apple just has this knack for making routine upgrades feel momentousand even if the upgrades are mostly incremental, the polish and ecosystem draw you in. So, if you’re thinking about joining the Ultra squad this September, maybe double-check your budget, plan your wrist selfies, and prepare for some gentle envy from people still rocking last year’s screen. It’s Ultra-time again and that’s just how Apple rolls when they set the stage.
