Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (LTE, 47mm) - UAE Version

I have had many different generations of samsung smartwatches since the first samsung smartwatch. I usually will skip a gen or two in-between to ensure there's a significant upgrade worthy of spending the extra money. My past two watches by samsung was the galaxy watch 3 titanium and the watch 5 pro. The software os and how it responds on the watch ultra is night and day different compared to the previous generation watches. It finally works effortlessly when scrolling through settings or opening apps, there's no longer a lagg or hesitation. It feels more like a finalized product for the software vs the previous models which had much room for improvement. It's nice to see that Samsung didn't just focus on a redesign and actually put the effort in enhancing the user ... MoreI have had many different generations of samsung smartwatches since the first samsung smartwatch. I usually will skip a gen or two in-between to ensure there's a significant upgrade worthy of spending the extra money. My past two watches by samsung was the galaxy watch 3 titanium and the watch 5 pro. The software os and how it responds on the watch ultra is night and day different compared to the previous generation watches. It finally works effortlessly when scrolling through settings or opening apps, there's no longer a lagg or hesitation. It feels more like a finalized product for the software vs the previous models which had much room for improvement. It's nice to see that Samsung didn't just focus on a redesign and actually put the effort in enhancing the user experience. The design from the pictures and video reviews, it made me skeptical of buying it. But in person and with the help of a few accessories, the watch is actually really nice and feels more like a premium watch rather than a toy like the watch 5 pro felt like. My only complaint really is that they didn't fully wrap the watch housing in the glossy titanium dark gray, the dull, non shiny dark gray along the edges, feels more like plastic than metal and makes it feel cheap at first. I would have preferred if they made that part optional, so you could choose to have a full titanium watch or have one thats part dull plastic look like this one has. That was one of my favorite parts of the watch 3 titanium, is the whole watch was titanium so it made it feel like a very expensive watch. Opposed to this watch. Which feels more like a watch to wear while working out, and not something you would wear when going out to a nice dinner or the clubs. The battery life is really good when running in battery saving mode, you can even configure to keep the health tracking/fitness sensors active or have them off during the battery saving mode. I wear the watch all day and when I'm sleeping, I just top the battery off with a small charge when showering and getting ready for the day in the am, and it charges fast so it's always full everytime I start my day. I would recommend seeing the watch in person, because the colors are slightly different in the photos than in real life. I think they've definitely improved the watch significantly, I just wish they had kept the rotating bezel, this watch has a bezel look alike but it's not functional. If you are thinking about upgrading your watch or switching over from a different watch brand, I would highly recommend it. And there are many ways you can personalize the watch like I did with 3rd party or even samsung accessories.

Feels early to review something as capable as this watch, since I'm still learning what it can do. However, thus far I'm thrilled with the Ultra.I'm coming from a Fitbit Charge 5 so this is a MASSIVE upgrade in capabilities. I love being able to EASILY read texts quickly as they come in to decide whether they require my attention. I even find myself responding to many tests through the watch that require only short answers (up to a sentence or two) as it's surprisingly easy to type on the Watch Ultra.Love the different watch faces and the amount of customization most allow with regards to complications.I'm a big watch person so I find the size of this sucker to be awesome. But those wanting something small and those with particularly small wrists might hate ... MoreFeels early to review something as capable as this watch, since I'm still learning what it can do. However, thus far I'm thrilled with the Ultra.I'm coming from a Fitbit Charge 5 so this is a MASSIVE upgrade in capabilities. I love being able to EASILY read texts quickly as they come in to decide whether they require my attention. I even find myself responding to many tests through the watch that require only short answers (up to a sentence or two) as it's surprisingly easy to type on the Watch Ultra.Love the different watch faces and the amount of customization most allow with regards to complications.I'm a big watch person so I find the size of this sucker to be awesome. But those wanting something small and those with particularly small wrists might hate it.Health metrics (main reason I need a smartwatch) have been great so far. Seems to be accurate enough for my needs... I can't test it to the same level as some YT scientist reviewers, but my limited testing shows results remarkably consistent with medical grade results taken at the same time while at the doc. Not perfect, but very close and more than adequate for my daily monitoring.My one niggle so far is with the band. After reading a lot of reviews I chose the ultramarine band. It looks good, is comfortable and seems sturdy. But the keeper loop that holds the end just does not stay where I put it despite the bumps of the band seeming as though they should accomplish that. It constantly works it's way towards the buckle, leaving too much tail sticking out to catch on things. I also find it gets dirty easily (I did buy the orange one) and tho it cleans fairly easily it looks dingy way too often. Lastly, I find this band slightly difficult when taking the watch on and off frequently. The style of clasp on my old Fitbit was waaaay easier. This band is thick and relatively stiff and that makes a traditional buckle difficult, especially when the dang keeper loop keeps cuddling up to the buckle.I will also note that the stiffness and angle of attachment of the band make it so that Samsung's Duo wireless charger just will NOT work with the watch unless you remove the band from the watch... which is ridiculous. The original puck works great so that's my solution for now, but if Samsung is going to market a Duo type charger as being compatible with Watch Ultra then they REALLY need to redesign the charger to have a narrower profile so the watch band can actually wrap over the edges of the pad instead of simply lifting the watch off the pad.

Samsung has taken a whole new design to their watch series in this release from the traditional “rounded” style to the alternative “square” styling. This new look is aggressive and moves Samsung into the non-conservative look. While this look is designed for sports and ruggedness, it still pairs really well in a suit and tie in the “Titanium Silver” color as tested. When not in a formal setting, this watch has a number of sporty and gym bound features to support all of the various activities out there. One notable key feature added is the gesture controls and potentially life-saving tools for health-related criteria as a part of it’s bioactive sensor upgrades/changes. While one of these has been available outside of the US for some time now, it is great to see here ... MoreSamsung has taken a whole new design to their watch series in this release from the traditional “rounded” style to the alternative “square” styling. This new look is aggressive and moves Samsung into the non-conservative look. While this look is designed for sports and ruggedness, it still pairs really well in a suit and tie in the “Titanium Silver” color as tested. When not in a formal setting, this watch has a number of sporty and gym bound features to support all of the various activities out there. One notable key feature added is the gesture controls and potentially life-saving tools for health-related criteria as a part of it’s bioactive sensor upgrades/changes. While one of these has been available outside of the US for some time now, it is great to see here in the US; noting from my use of a Galaxy Watch Classic 5. This is the Samsung Health Monitor; it does require initial and continued calibration to ensure accuracy to a Pulse Ox/Blood Pressure tool. One highly noted health and safety feature added is the sleep apnea detection helps to record sleep patterns and breathing patterns to pass onto your physician and recommend you to see a doctor if need be. This will not change pre-diagnosed findings in an individual of having Sleep Apnea. This is one of Samsung’s current highly noted goals in tracking your own wellness via a wearable.The ”quick button” is customizable, limited to what Samsung feels is the most important and hopefully this will change in the future in one their next feature updates. AS. Of now, it can be set to default to start your workouts or custom to specific workouts, water lock, flashlight, or stopwatch (not in any particular order). The other buttons are still customizable as well.Energy. So far this watch under heavy use if finding itself to last a little over a day, but the watch does need time to calibrate itself to the user. The watch charger uses the current standard of USB-C to charge itself and rapid charges. Energy Score, refers to YOU, looking at your daily activity, sleep, and heart rate data points, and includes tips on wellness.Currently, I have this setup on one of the recommended service providers tied directly with my phone service and have not had any issues or complaints with connectivity. The watch easily switches to WiFi and Bluetooth connection as needed and when selected to.Rugged. Overall this watch does have added thickness compared to my other Galaxy watches and uses a much wider band with dual pin-holes for closure. The included Marine band fits nicely on your wrist while having sweat release areas to let your wrist breath more easily. There are additional bands to purchase if needed to suit your style, use, and need.Overall, Samsung has a way to keep their watch looking classy while being able to support their user in various ways. I can highly recommend this watch as even during my time with it, there’s always something new to learn from the watch itself, through a tip, my exercise routines, and even my sleep patterns.