Alongside the iPhone 15 series, Apple on September 12 announced the Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 at the ‘Wonderlust’ event. Though identical to the last generation models in terms of design, both the Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 bring significant changes under the hood. On top, Apple introduced double tap gesture with index finger and thumb for true hands-free experience. Below are the details:
Apple Watch Series 9: India pricing and availability details
Apple Watch Series 9 is now available for pre-order in India, with availability in stores beginning September 22. The Apple Watch Series 9 starts at Rs 41,900.
Apple Watch Ultra 2: India pricing and availability details
Priced at Rs 89,900, the Watch Ultra 2 is now available for pre-order in India, with availability in stores beginning September 22.
Apple Watch Series 9: What’s new
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Custom S9 chip for improved performance, graphics, and power efficiency -
18 hours battery life -
Siri requests are processed on-device (no internet connectivity required) -
Siri gets access to Health data (available later this year in English and Mandrin) -
WatchOS 10 -
U2 ultrawide-band chip -
HomePod integration -
2000 nits display brightness -
1 nit display dim feature -
New gesture for true hands-free operations: Double Tap using index finger and thumb to snooze alarm, answer/disconnect calls, play/pause music, etc. (available next month) -
Aluminium and Stainless-steel cases -
Apple’s first 100 per cent carbon neutral product
Apple Watch Ultra 2: What’s new
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Custom S9 chip for improved performance, graphics, and power efficiency -
New gesture for true hands-free operations: Double Tap using index finger and thumb to snooze alarm, answer/disconnect calls, play/pause music, etc. (available next month) -
3000 nits display brightness -
Modular Ultra watch face -
Customisable action button -
Support for Bluetooth accessories (watchOS 10 feature) -
Up to 36 hours battery life on regular use -
Recycled aluminium case
First Published: Sep 13 2023 | 7:01 AM IST
