Future Apple Watch Ultra rumored to get satellite communications & hypertension detection
Apple’s third-generation Apple Watch Ultra is expected sometime in 2025, and is rumored to include satellite messaging, along with some form of hypertension monitoring.
The upgrade to self-contained satellite communication would enable users to rely less on their iPhones for messaging and emergency calls in remote areas, potentially lightening the load for outdoor enthusiasts. The feature is likely to be exclusive to the third-gen Apple Watch Ultra, the current generation of which retails for $799.
To be clear, the addition of satellite communication and geolocation features in the Apple Watch Ultra would assist with emergency situations, but not replace the overall usefulness of the iPhone. It would, however, make it easier to summon help quickly, if needed, by having the device already available on one’s wrist, rather than packed away.
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