Notable Updates and Considerations
The Apple Watch Series 10 and Ultra 2, unveiled in sleek new black color, bring exciting updates this year. The Series 10 boasts a larger screen, a slimmer profile, and significantly faster charging. This quicker charging translates to more time on your wrist and less time on the charger, a welcome improvement for users who rely on their Apple Watch throughout the day.
One of the standout features is the introduction of sleep apnea detection, a potentially groundbreaking tool that rivals the accuracy of at-home tests. If it performs with the same precision as the existing ECG, irregular heart rate notifications, and blood oxygen monitoring, this could solidify the Apple Watch's position as an essential health and lifestyle device.
The display now refreshes at 1 Hz, allowing the always-on display to show the seconds hand on the clock without compromising battery life. Despite its smaller 42mm casing, the Series 10 boasts a larger screen than its predecessor. Its bigger sibling, the 46mm version, is approaching the size of the Apple Watch Ultra 2, designed for rugged outdoor use.
Speaking of the Ultra 2, while it remains geared towards extreme conditions, the gap between Apple's pro and standard models is narrowing. The Ultra 2 is priced at Rs 89,900, while the Series 10 starts at Rs 46,900. Both models now feature depth and tides apps, enhanced health features, improved battery life, and larger displays. The Series 10's screen size nearly matches the Ultra 2's, bringing them closer in terms of screen real estate.
However, upgrading from last year's Apple Watch might not be necessary. The Ultra 2, while sporting a fresh black finish, hasn't changed much from the previous model. If you have an older Apple Watch, though, the Series 10, with its substantial software and hardware improvements, is a compelling choice, creeping closer to the Ultra's territory in both features and size.