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sidney hamm
The $609 Open-Box Gamble
I recently upgraded from a 45mm Series 9 to the new Black Titanium Apple Watch Ultra 3. Instead of paying the $799 retail price, I decided to take a gamble on an "Open Box" unit from iPower Resale for $609. The gamble paid off flawlessly. The watch arrived in its original box, and the included charger and watch band were still sealed in Apple's factory packaging. Checking the settings, the battery health is sitting dead-on at exactly 100%, and the device still has an active Apple Limited Warranty until January 2027. For all intents and purposes, I saved $190 on a brand-new watch.Size & The Screen UpgradeA lot of the online consensus claims that jumping from a 45mm Series watch to the 49mm Ultra isn't that noticeable of a screen difference. I completely disagree. The switch to the flat sapphire crystal glass changes the entire experience. Because it doesn't curve off at the edges like the Series 9, the usable screen real estate feels massive. Add in the 3,000 nits of brightness, and the display is incredibly crisp and visible from across the room.Comfort & Battery LifeIs the watch huge? Yes, it is objectively a large, thick piece of titanium. But despite the visual bulk, it is surprisingly balanced on the wrist. It doesn't feel like you are wearing a brick, and it is comfortable enough that I sleep in it every single night without any discomfort.The biggest quality-of-life improvement coming from the Series 9 is the battery. Being able to track sleep all night and wake up without needing a "panic charge" to get through the workday is a game-changer.The Verdict: 5/5 StarsIf you are on the fence about the 49mm size, it is worth the jump. The Black Titanium finish looks incredibly premium, the flat screen is a massive functional upgrade, and if you can find a verifiable mint open-box deal with the factory warranty intact, it is an absolute steal.Ver másVer menos
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