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The Apple Watch Ultra 2 retained its rugged design this year. However, while the external appearance remains unchanged from the previous model, Apple has introduced some software upgrades. One of the enhancements is the revamped display architecture, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 can reach a screen brightness of 3,000 nits, this is a 50% improvement compared to the original Apple Watch Ultra. It is the brightest display ever engineered by Apple. In dark rooms, the display can be dimmed to a mere one nit to avoid disturbing those in close proximity.
Apple's has also developed the Modular Ultra watch face specifically for the Apple Watch Ultra 2. This watch face optimises the outer edge of the display to provide a wealth of information at a glance. It offers real-time data, including seconds elapsed, altitude, or diving depth. Additionally, it features a night mode that transforms the display into a cool red and black screen, increasing visibility in low light environments.
The most significant upgrade for the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is the performance. At its core, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is powered by a brand-new S9 processor chip, marking a substantial leap in Apple Watch technology since the Series 6. Furthermore, it incorporates the cutting edge Ultra wide band chip, enabling Precision Finding for compatible iPhones. Precision Finding delivers precise distance and directional guidance, complemented by visual, haptic, and audio cues to locate a misplaced iPhone.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 further enhances its capabilities with the integration of a newly designed 4-core Neural Engine. This neural powerhouse processes machine learning tasks at double the speed of the original Apple Watch Ultra, ensuring seamless transitions between apps and rapid installations of new ones. The outcome is an Apple Watch that is significantly faster and more responsive.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 maintains the same impressive battery performance as its predecessor, offering 36 hours of uninterrupted use and extending to an impressive 72 hours in low power mode setting.