The Apple Watch Ultra 3, expected to arrive in 2025, is rumored to be the first Apple Watch to support satellite communication, specifically for Emergency SOS. This feature, first introduced in the iPhone 14 series, allows users to contact emergency services even without cellular or Wi-Fi connectivity.
This year's Apple Watch Ultra update was primarily cosmetic, introducing a new Satin Black finish. However, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that the 2025 Ultra model will bring a more substantial upgrade with the inclusion of Emergency SOS via satellite.
This feature could be a significant selling point for the Apple Watch Ultra 3, particularly for users in remote areas or those who engage in outdoor activities where cellular coverage is unreliable. It addresses situations where accessing an iPhone for emergency communication might be difficult or impossible.
It remains unclear how the satellite communication feature will be implemented on the Apple Watch Ultra 3, such as whether it will rely on text-based messages or a speech-to-text system. Pricing and other hardware details are also unknown at this time.
