No Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Recent Event – Here’s When to Expect It

Highlights

• No Apple Watch Ultra 3 or a new Apple Watch SE Announced in the recent event.
• Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo had predicted no Ultra 3 release in 2024.
• Kuo now suggests both the Ultra 3 and a revamped SE will launch in 2025.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 now available in black titanium (Image Credit – Apple)

Apple’s grand annual launch event has concluded and reactions have been pouring in from all corners. While many experts and Apple fans have been sharing conflicting opinions, everyone unanimously missed Watch Ultra 3.

Many Apple were anticipating big updates to the Apple Watch lineup at Apple’s recent event.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the new Apple Watch SE being the most anticipated.

However, neither device was announced.

For those who keep up with the rumours, this shouldn’t be a surprise though. A popular leaker and analyst had accurately predicted there wouldn’t be a new Ultra model this year long ago.

The same source has now revealed insights on when can we finally expect the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and SE to arrive.

Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo previously reported in October that Apple hadn’t started developing the Ultra 3. He also predicted its release wouldn’t happen in 2024.

Kuo’s prediction was spot on. The only news related to the Ultra during Apple’s event was a new satin black finish for the Apple Watch Ultra 2.

In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Kuo now suggests that the Apple Watch Ultra 3, along with a revamped Apple Watch SE, will be launched in 2025.

1. Apple Watch Ultra 3沒有在今年的新產品發佈會出現，這與我約一年前的預測相符。
2. 2025年新款Apple Watch將包括Ultra 3與SE升級版。

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1. Apple Watch Ultra 3 was absent from this year’s media event, which is in line with my prediction from about a year ago.
2. The 2025 new Apple…

— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) September 10, 2024

While the exact timing remains unclear, Apple typically unveils new Watch models with the latest iPhone lineup in September.

This suggests we may have to wait until fall 2025 to see the new Ultra and SE.

Some reports also suggest that Apple could also plan to a release new SE model in the spring of 2025. If this turns out to be true, we will likely get the new Apple Watch SE alongside the expected iPhone SE 4 launch at that time.

The lack of updates to the current SE model made many Apple fans predict that the SE could debut sooner.

The Ultra 3, on the other hand, might not arrive until next September.

FAQs

Q1. Were the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the new Apple Watch SE announced at iPhone 16 event?

Answer. No, neither the Apple Watch Ultra 3 nor the new Apple Watch SE were announced at Apple’s recent event. This was anticipated by some experts and leakers.

Q2. When can we expect the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to be released?

Answer. According to supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and a revamped Apple Watch SE are expected to be launched in 2025. The Ultra 3 might be unveiled in fall 2025, while the SE could debut as early as spring 2025 alongside the iPhone SE 4.

Q3. Why wasn’t the Apple Watch Ultra 3 announced at Apple’s recent event?

Answer. Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that Apple hadn’t started developing the Ultra 3 and predicted its release wouldn’t happen in 2024.

Q4. What are the expected features of the Apple Watch Ultra 3?

Answer. While specific details are not yet confirmed, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is anticipated to include advanced health monitoring features, improved battery life, and enhanced durability. It will also feature new AI capabilities integrated with Apple’s ecosystem.

Q5. What is the expected price of the Apple Watch Ultra 3?

Answer. The exact pricing for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 has not been announced. However, based on previous models, it is likely to be positioned as a premium product, potentially starting around $799 (approx INR 68,000) or higher.

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