The Apple Watch Ultra 3 replaces the second-generation model that was introduced two years ago in Apple’s smartwatch lineup, but how different are the two successive smartwatch generations?<\/p>\n
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The two Apple Watch Ultra models share the overwhelming majority of their features, so should you consider buying or sticking with the second generation to save money? This breakdown serves as a way to see all the differences that the Ultra 3 brings to the table.<\/p>\n
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\nApple Watch Ultra 3<\/p>\n
\nWide-angle OLED display<\/p>\n
\nLTPO3 display<\/p>\n
\n422 by 514 pixel display <\/p>\n
\n1245 sq mm display area (5% larger)<\/p>\n
\nS10 chip<\/p>\n
\nLTE and 5G connectivity<\/p>\n
\n2.313 watt-hour battery (6% larger)<\/p>\n
\nFast-charge 0\u201380% in about 45 minutes<\/p>\n