The latest additions to the impressive Apple Watch range are here: the Apple Watch Series 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2. These two models promise a variety of improvements and will be available to customers from Friday. But before you jump into the temptation of the upgrade, it's worth taking a closer look at the new features to find out whether they really meet your needs. Below we have summarized initial reviews of both models.
The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 have received some interesting upgrades. These include brighter displays, a faster S9 chip, a "double tap" gesture for touch-free interaction, and a generous 64 GB internal storage. But how significant are these improvements in everyday life?
Apple Watch Series 9 & Apple Watch Ultra 2: Is the upgrade worth it?
Many experts agree that the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, while impressive improvements, are not a must-have for owners of the Series 7 or newer. Victoria Song from The Verge notes that owners of Series 5 or older can benefit from an upgrade, especially due to the larger screen, new sensors and improved processing. For Series 6 owners, the decision is more about battery life. Those who already own the Ultra should stay calm, according to Song, as the differences are rather small. The "double tap" gesture was invented by Kif Leswing of CNBC tested and found it entertaining but not indispensable.
The widgets connected to it did not convince him. However, the functionality could be improved over time through machine learning. The Ultra 2 shines with an extremely bright display of up to 3,000 nits, which according to Lexy Savvides of CNET when used as a flashlight. This function can illuminate the way in dark rooms or serve as a soft light for bedtime stories. The S9 chip in the Series 9, according to Patrick O'Rourke of MobileSyrup, does bring increased performance, but for those who already use the S8 chip, the difference may not be so noticeable in everyday life. Nevertheless, the S9 chip enables a faster response to Siri requests, which makes the smartwatch more responsive overall.
The conclusion of the upgrade
The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 undoubtedly offer impressive improvements, including bright displays, the S9 chip and the "double tap" gesture. Nevertheless, the decision to upgrade should be carefully considered, especially for owners of the most recent previous models. Everyone should individually consider whether the new features justify the price and meet their personal needs. Ultimately, the choice of whether to upgrade to the latest Apple Watch is up to each individual. (Image: Apple)
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