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Apple Watch Series 12 might finally convince me to switch away from WHOOP

Apple has launched the Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, with the former described by The Verge as the start of a new wearable era. The Series 12 features a protruding Digital Crown and slightly larger bezels. While Gear Patrol calls this the most compelling upgrade case in years, WIRED suggests the Ultra 4 offers fewer reasons to be an Ultra model. The Ultra 4 is already seeing its first price cuts, appearing on Amazon for $779.99.

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  • ✓ Apple has launched the Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, with the former described by The Verge as the start of a new wearable era.
  • ✓ The Series 12 features a protruding Digital Crown and slightly larger bezels.
  • ✓ While Gear Patrol calls this the most compelling upgrade case in years, WIRED suggests the Ultra 4 offers fewer reasons to be an Ultra model.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 8 independent reporting domains (70% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

What changed

Apple launched the Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 with immediate retail discounting on the Ultra model.

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  1. Apple releases Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4

    Apple has launched the Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, with the former described by The Verge as the start of a new wearable era. The Series 12 features a protruding Digital Crown and slightly larger bezels. While Gear Patrol calls this the most compelling upgrade case in years, WIRED suggests the Ultra 4 offers fewer reasons to be an Ultra model. The Ultra 4 is already seeing its first price cuts, appearing on Amazon for $779.99.

    Why it matters

    These releases update Apple's primary wearable lines against competitors like the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. The Series 12 aims to attract users of dedicated fitness trackers like WHOOP.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The Apple Watch Series 12 has slightly larger bezels and a stuck out Digital Crown.
    • The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is available for $779.99 on Amazon.
    • The Apple Watch Ultra 4 has fewer reasons to be Ultra.

    What to watch next

    • Comparison tests between Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
    Sources used for this update (9)
    1. WIRED — The Apple Watch Ultra 4 Has Fewer Reasons to Be Ultra
    2. AppleInsider — Apple Watch Series 12 has slightly larger bezels, stuck out Digital Crown
    3. The Verge — The Apple Watch Series 12 is the start of a new wearable era
    4. Engadget — Apple Watch Ultra 4 vs. Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: Comparing their features, durability and displays
    5. Gear Patrol — Review: The Apple Watch Just Made Its Most Compelling Case to Upgrade in Years
    6. 9to5Mac — Apple Watch Series 12 might finally convince me to switch away from WHOOP
    7. AppleInsider — Grab a new Apple Watch S12 or Ultra 4 at a discount with weekend deals
    8. MacRumors — Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs. Ultra 4 Buyer's Guide
    9. macrumors.com — Apple Watch Ultra 4 Sees First Discount After Launch, Now $779.99 on Amazon
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