Apple has officially unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 3 on September 9, 2025, marking a major step forward in the company’s rugged smartwatch lineup. Designed for extreme sports, adventurers, and tech enthusiasts, the new Ultra 3 is packed with powerful hardware, enhanced durability, and advanced health-tracking features. It will be available starting September 19, 2025, with prices in India beginning at ₹89,900.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 maintains its iconic rugged design but is lighter and stronger than before. It comes with a titanium grade 5 frame, a sapphire crystal front, and a ceramic/sapphire crystal back for durability. The watch is 49 x 44 x 12 mm in size and weighs around 61.6 g (Natural) or 61.8 g (Black).
Built for adventure, it is IP6X certified, 100m water resistant, 40m swimproof/diving certified (EN13319), and MIL-STD-810H compliant. This makes it one of the most durable smartwatches available, capable of withstanding extreme environments.
Apple has equipped the Ultra 3 with a 1.98-inch Retina LTPO3 OLED display that delivers an incredible 3000 nits peak brightness, making it the brightest display ever on an Apple Watch. The 514 x 422-pixel resolution ensures sharp visuals with a density of ~326 ppi, while the sapphire crystal protection adds extra durability.
Under the hood, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 runs on the new Apple S10 chipset with a dual-core CPU and PowerVR GPU. It is powered by watchOS 26, offering improved efficiency and smarter features. Users get 64GB internal storage, ensuring enough space for apps, music, and offline maps.
Apple continues to push the boundaries of health technology. The Ultra 3 comes with advanced sensors including:
This makes it not just a smartwatch, but a full-fledged health and adventure companion.
Connectivity is solid with eSIM support, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n dual-band, Bluetooth 5.3, and advanced positioning (GPS L1+L5, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS). It also includes Ultra Wideband (UWB Gen2), NFC, and Emergency SOS via satellite, ensuring safety even in remote areas.
The Ultra 3 packs a Li-Ion battery with wireless fast charging, capable of going from 0-80% in just 45 minutes. Despite its powerful hardware, Apple has optimized battery life for long adventures.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 will be available in Natural Titanium and Black Titanium finishes. In India, the starting price is set at ₹89,900, with global sales beginning September 19, 2025.
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The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is not just an incremental upgrade—it is Apple’s most capable smartwatch yet, built for explorers, athletes, and tech enthusiasts alike. With its ultra-bright display, robust build, powerful S10 chip, and advanced health tracking, it sets a new benchmark in rugged wearables. At ₹89,900, it’s a premium investment, but for those who demand performance and durability in extreme conditions, the Ultra 3 stands in a league of its own.
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