This year, Apple is likely to introduce four phones in the iPhone 17 lineup on September 9: the regular iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and a brand-new slim version called the iPhone 17 Air. Pre-orders for the iPhone 17 lineup will begin on September 12, with deliveries and store sales starting September 19. Along with the iPhone 17 series, Apple is also expected to unveil the latest Apple Watch models, AirPods Pro 3, and possibly an updated Apple TV 4K. The event is set to showcase Apple’s push for fresh designs and better user experiences.
The Apple Watch Ultra built its reputation around offering a noticeably larger display than other Apple Watch models. That changed last year when the Series 10 surpassed it with an even bigger screen. This time, though, leaks indicate that the upcoming Apple Watch Ultra 3 is set to regain its position as the watch with the largest display.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 design:
Apple is not expected to make major design changes to the Watch Ultra 3, but the display may see an upgrade. According to the iOS 26 beta, the new model could feature a resolution of 422 x 514 pixels, up from 410 x 502 on the Watch Ultra 2.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 may come with satellite connectivity:
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to be the first Apple smartwatch to include satellite connectivity, allowing users to access Emergency SOS even in places without mobile networks or Wi-Fi.
Since the Ultra line is designed with explorers and outdoor enthusiasts in mind, this addition could be especially appealing to people who often travel to isolated or hard-to-reach locations.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 processor:
The upcoming Apple Watch Ultra 3 is rumored to feature Apple’s new S11 chip. However, the S11 is built on the same core processor architecture as the S9 and S10, meaning its performance is likely to remain unchanged. Since the current Ultra already runs on the S9, users shouldn’t expect major speed or power upgrades this time around.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 price:
Unless unforeseen increases from tariffs or parts drive up costs, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is expected to launch at the same $799 starting price as the Ultra 2.
