ZDNET's key takeaways The Apple Watch Ultra 2 features a rugged design that's ideal for adventurists, and it's on sale for $650.
It has a gorgeous 49mm watch face that gets plenty bright for outdoor use.
The bulky design won't be everyone's cup of tea. View now at Amazon
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is on sale for $649 ($150 off) during Amazon Prime Day.
The multitude of upgrades, from its tough exterior to a wide array of features, allow the Apple Watch Ultra 2 to deliver the definitive smartwatch experience.
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Around this time last year, it had just been a day since I received my new Apple Watch Ultra, and it was already strapped onto my wrist, ready to tackle a 15K Tough Mudder obstacle course event. 12 months of living with the Watch Ultra later, it has proven to be the most complete smartwatch Apple has ever made, and one of the best smartwatches in general for me.
Over the past year, I've been exercising, traveling, and sleeping with the latest Apple Watch Ultra 2 to find out exactly where the company has pushed the envelope this time around.
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I'll cut right to the chase: If you already own an Apple Watch Ultra, there is no compelling reason to upgrade to the Ultra 2. But if you're one of the many who are planning to buy an Ultra wearable for the first time, this is as good as it gets. Here's why.
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