Apple Watch Ultra 3 Set to Deliver Major Upgrades After Two-Year Wait

Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to launch with significant upgrades, including a larger display, S11 SiP, satellite connectivity for messaging, high blood pressure detection, 5G cellular, and always-on refreshes every second due to LTPO3. The upgrade cycle is longer than previous models, making these features more impressive. The new watch is expected to have better battery life and top the changes made with its second-gen model.

Apple is poised to unveil the Apple Watch Ultra 3 alongside the iPhone 17 series and Apple Watch Series 11 this fall. Leaks from the iOS 26 beta suggest that the upcoming Ultra 3 will feature a slightly larger display, potentially with a 422 x 514 resolution, up from the 410 x 502 resolution of the current Apple Watch Ultra 2 [1].

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to debut with several significant upgrades. These include satellite connectivity for off-grid communication, a brighter display with a faster refresh rate, a new chip for improved performance, and potential health features like blood pressure monitoring. The watch is also rumored to feature 5G cellular support and an always-on display mode with LTPO3 technology [2, 3].

The upgrade cycle for the Apple Watch Ultra is longer than previous models, making these features more impressive. The new watch is expected to have better battery life and top the changes made with its second-gen model. The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is anticipated to be unveiled in September, likely alongside the new iPhone 17 lineup and Apple Watch Series 11 models [1, 2].

References:

[1] https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/wearables/ios-26-beta-hints-at-bigger-display-for-apple-watch-ultra-3/articleshow/123141348.cms
[2] https://www.macrumors.com/2025/08/05/apple-watch-ultra-3-display-size/
[3] https://www.macrumors.com/2025/08/05/apple-watch-ultra-3-what-to-expect/