Rumors surrounding the Apple Watch Ultra 4 include its September announcement date, when it will actually become available, pricing trends and the possibility of enhanced sensors. Little information has been confirmed at this point, and discussion continues over supply and design differences.
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is reportedly set to be announced on 9 September U.S. time, meaning viewing and media coverage in Japan are expected to begin from the following day. The actual start of in-store sales has not been confirmed, but based on last year's Ultra 3 rollout, there may be a gap between the start of preorders and the release date.
The timing of the release and preorder launches depends heavily on last-minute information, and the same pattern is expected this year. Following precedent, preorders in Japan may begin in the early hours of the morning, followed several days later by in-store sales.
Ultra 3 was priced from ¥129,800 in Japan when it was announced, but the price had risen to ¥142,800 by the end of August. Ultra 4's initial price has not been announced, but based on the previous model's pricing trend, it could be estimated to start at around ¥142,800.
The biggest topic surrounding the Ultra 4 is an enhancement to its internal sensors, with reports suggesting that the number of components will double. However, it has not been disclosed what the device will specifically be able to measure, leaving the practical differences in functionality unclear.
A refresh from the S10 is rumored on the chip front, with speculation divided over whether the device will use the S11 or S12. Reports are also mixed on the design, with some pointing to a redesign and others to the current design being retained, so views are expected to remain unsettled until shortly after the official announcement.