The heavily rumored Apple Watch Ultra 3 might feature a faster processor, but the current model is no slouch. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge
Apple’s next hardware event is officially set for September 9th at 1PM ET / 10AM PT. The forthcoming iPhone 16 is widely expected to be the star of the show, although if the rumors are to be believed, Apple will also likely use the showcase to introduce a new Apple Watch Series 10 and Watch Ultra 3. That said, Apple’s third-gen smartwatch is unlikely to debut under $799, which makes the $100 discount we’re seeing at Amazon on the Apple Watch Ultra 2 that much sweeter.
Right now, all three Ultra 2 models — specifically the Alpine Loop, Trail Loop, and Ocean Band configurations — are down to $699, matching their Prime Day low. Although the rumored Ultra 3 will reportedly get a faster chip alongside the flagship Series 10, the S9 SiP…