Overview

• Preorders have been available since Sept 9 through Apple and select retailers at a $799 starting price, with Apple offering installments and trade‑in credits.
• Verizon opens orders at 8 a.m. EDT today and advertises up to $400 off with an eligible smartwatch trade‑in on its Unlimited Plus for Apple Watch plan.
• The Ultra 3 introduces a larger 422×514 active‑area display, up from 410×502 on the prior model.
• Apple moves to the S10 chip and 5G cellular, positioning the watch for faster performance and connectivity.
• Battery life increases to up to 42 hours, and deliveries are set to begin with the Sept 19 launch, while AT&T and T‑Mobile availability remains unconfirmed.