Apple Watch Ultra 4 Gets Serious About Recovery, Without the Subscription
It has a new processor and reengineered sensors that unlock more frequent health measurements, new recovery insights and AI-powered audio tools, all without having to pay for yet another monthly subscription. But the biggest reason to upgrade this year may be battery life. A larger battery combined with a more power-efficient processor delivers at least 10 hours more than its predecessor in my testing and more power-saving options for endurance athletes.
- ▪It has a new processor and reengineered sensors that unlock more frequent health measurements, new recovery insights and AI-powered audio tools, all without having to pay for yet another monthly subscription.
- ▪But the biggest reason to upgrade this year may be battery life.
- ▪A larger battery combined with a more power-efficient processor delivers at least 10 hours more than its predecessor in my testing and more power-saving options for endurance athletes.
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Table of Contents New sensors unlock more health data Readiness score 10 additional hours of battery life Finally, enough battery life for an ultramarathon Your Apple Watch is listening, but not recording Apple Watch Ultra 4: Bottom line Vanessa Hand Orellana/CNET Apple Watch Ultra 4 9.2 $799 at Apple Pros & Cons 2.5-day battery life with always-on display Up to 45 hours of workout tracking in Max Extended mode Readiness score adjusts throughout the day Health and recovery metrics aren't locked behind a paywall Battery life still trails dedicated sports watches No Readiness score history or long-term trends 49mm design can feel bulky for sleep tracking Audio Intelligence features still pending The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is finally ready to join the big leagues in the dedicated sports watch…
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