U.S. Court Pauses Apple Watch Ban, Apple’s Response, Why I’m Not Concerned About Apple Watch
The most recent Above Avalon Report, which went out to everyone via email on December 22nd and via podcast to members with the podcast add-on, was about Apple Watch Ultra / Ultra 2. In tomorrow's update, we will talk about a few things that didn't make it into the report. For today, we will look at the latest regarding the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 U.S. ban. The discussion includes a closer look at Apple’s response and why Neil isn’t concerned about Apple Watch.
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The Ultra Strategy: An Examination of Apple’s Adventurous Watch (Above Avalon Report)
An examination of the Apple Watch Ultra.
Written by Neil Cybart - December 21st, 2023
In 2022, Apple unveiled an all-new Apple Watch model designed for the adventurous. While previous Apple Watches were able to be used in extreme conditions, this model would be marketed as taking things to another level. A year after its unveiling, Apple Watch Ultra remains the most intriguing Apple Watch model as momentum flows to more capable devices worn on the wrist.
Table of Contents
Apple Watch History
Watch Line Expansion
The Ultra Unveiling
Bad (Initial) Reviews
The Strategy
Differentiation Details
Sales Implications
Future
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