Apple Watch Ultra for Triathlon?
Apple recently released a version of their watch that may fit the needs of ultra-distance athletes like the full-distance triathlon. Instead of convincing you if it’s good enough, see the list of capabilities below and you can decide for yourself…
- Price: $799
- Display Size: 49 mm
- Case Type: Titanium case with sapphire glass display
- Water Resistance: Up to 100m (WR100)
- Display Brightness: 2,000 Nits
- Improvements:
- Larger rotating digital crown (accommodate glove usage)
- Added an extra speaker for louder outside volume
- Improved wind cancellation using the three microphones
- Standby battery life up to 36 hours or up to 60 hours in Low Power Mode
- Low Power Workout Mode, which Apple says can handle an Ironman race (with GPS).
- Updated compass app with trackback option
- Vehicular crash detection*
- New Features:
- Customizable action button (designed for glove usage)
- Added an extra speaker for louder outside volume
- 80db alarm siren for emergency usage situation
- Built-in cellular capability
- Temperature sensor (improved cycle tracking)*
* Also available on AppleWatch 8
Are these features enough to convince you to buy the AppleWatch Ultra?
