Apple has added the Apple Watch Ultra 2 in black titanium to its online refurbished store, offering a discounted, certified refurbished option with warranties, marking the first time these models are available refurbished from Apple. The refurbished models provide a cost-effective alternative to new purchases, with benefits like quality assurance and return policies, though prices may vary compared to current sales on other platforms like Amazon.
Apple has added the refurbished Black Titanium Apple Watch Ultra 2 to its U.S. online store, priced at $679, with full functionality testing, a one-year warranty, and a Black Ocean Band, though the Blood Oxygen app remains deactivated due to legal issues.
The release of an Apple Watch Ultra 3 in 2024 is uncertain, as Apple has not officially started its development. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests that the delay may be due to the need for more time to develop innovative health management features and address issues related to Micro LED production. Kuo predicts a 20-30% drop in Ultra sales and a 10% drop in overall Apple Watch sales if a new model is not released next year. While a black titanium variant of the Apple Watch Ultra has been tested and considered ready for release, it remains to be seen if it will be included in the upcoming models.
