This is the new HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate, a smartwatch that is apparently not just a timepiece but the ultimate sports companion, health coach, and has elite golf features all in one! But can it deliver on everything that it promises? Well, let’s find out after using this smartwatch for 2 weeks.
Unboxing
First, let’s start with the unboxing. Other than the watch itself, there are two compartments underneath. Over there, on the left compartment, there’s the proprietary charger. Then, on the right compartment, there’s the extra rubber strap option and the watch extension for the default watch strap as well.
Design & Build
Next, let’s talk about the design because this smartwatch truly shines compared to others, as it is crafted with superior materials that you would usually find in million-dollar traditional luxury watches.
First off, there’s the dual-tone ceramic, which is scratch-resistant and corrosion-resistant. According to HUAWEI, it goes through some crazy production process, like being fired up at 1,400°C for 7 days and going through over 40 processes, taking a total of 45 to 50 days to complete. Yep, they didn’t cut any corners while making this!
Now, it is the first smartwatch in the industry to use an ultra-durable amorphous zirconium alloy, which is both wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant, stronger than both stainless steel and titanium alloy. This is perfect for those who really demand a very robust material for their smartwatch.
On top of that, it also comes with nanocrystal ceramic, which is 6 to 7 times harder than stainless steel and 10 times more corrosion-resistant. Paired with the sapphire glass mirror on the 1.5-inch LTPO AMOLED color screen, it protects this amazing screen for added durability while still maintaining great screen response throughout my two weeks of use!
There are even multiple straps for different occasions, like the titanium for a lightweight, pressure-resistant feel, and the woven strap for an exquisite, breathable option, giving you versatile options depending on when you plan to wear this smartwatch daily.
In Malaysia, this HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate is available in a classic green hue, which looks very unique and has that luxurious feel indeed whenever I wore it.
Golf
Next, if you love golf, you are guaranteed to love this smartwatch as it makes it the ultimate golfer’s companion.
It has detailed maps of over 180 major golf courses across Malaysia and so many more courses worldwide. Now, you can select the course, pick your tee, and the watch will display an optimized 3D course effect showing every detail from the tees to the fairways, bunkers, water hazards, and even the greens.
When you tee off, you get the direction of the green landing area, real-time wind speeds, and direction as well.
For your second shot, it offers accurate distance measurements with 5-star dual-frequency GNSS positioning and includes intelligent shot suggestions, where you can even measure the distance to any point.
The slope compensation feature helps determine the batting distance based on the slope. After that, there’s also a green slope heat map, usually a paid feature on other smartwatches, that makes aiming easier by highlighting critical slope areas on the green.
At the end of each half, you get a one-page score confirmation and a score report, including the end-of-round summary, which has shot analysis with fairway hit rates, greens in regulation, total putts, and average putts. You can even share these results effortlessly as well.
Diving
Now, let’s move on to the next cool dedicated feature, which is diving. This is also the industry’s first smartwatch to support multiple diving modes up to 100m. It uses the most reliable diving algorithm, the Bühlmann decompression model, to continually calculate and monitor diving metrics, giving you professional diving data.
There are over 20 types of reminders and alerts, including decompression limits, ascending rates, and safety stops, all with short and long beeps, vibrations, and pop-up windows with color changes and flashing UX to keep you aware underwater.
Plus, it also comes with a no-decompression limit (NDL) calculator, water entry and exit recording, and stepping away from diving. If you love the outdoors, it comes with professional outdoor adventure watch features like contour maps, offline maps, and the waypoint return functionality.
So yes, it is a true adventure smartwatch, whether you’re on land or under the sea.
Now, this makes me want to learn how to swim because, yep, I do not know how to swim, but apparently, you don’t need to learn how to swim to even dive, so we’ll see about that.
Fitness
If you’re into sports like me, you are going to love this. It supports more than 100 sports modes! From running to swimming, hiking to rock climbing, where there’s literally something for everyone.
Health Management
Next, let’s get into health management. It features an emotional well-being assistant that automatically detects, tracks, and records your emotions, classifying them into three categories: pleasant, calm, or unpleasant.
You also get a summary showing the changes in emotions and stress levels over time so you can keep track of your mental well-being.
On top of that, it also offers round-the-clock ECG readings using a high-performance sensor module for accurate data collection and risk screening, all synced within the HUAWEI Health app.
Finally, you even get automatic SpO2 measurements, heart rate monitoring, and arterial stiffness analysis, making this watch the best all-around health companion.
Battery
Now, let’s talk about battery life. It comes with up to 2 weeks of battery life, which is incredible given its features. Based on my usage, I got very close to that since I work out every day, at least twice a day. It also has the industry’s fastest wireless charging solution, giving you a full charge in just 65 minutes.
Additional Features
What’s great is that it is compatible with both Android and iOS devices and even features an NFC access card for easy entry into buildings. So yeah, say bye-bye to all of those annoying access cards moving forward using this.
It also supports Bluetooth phone calls and message replies, so you can pick up your calls and stay in touch without pulling out your phone.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate is HUAWEI’s most professional elite smartwatch, combining high-end luxury design with unmatched functionality.
Whether you’re hitting the greens, diving deep underwater, or just managing your health, this watch is an essential companion both for your sporting and everyday needs. With up to 14 days of battery life, cross-platform compatibility, and convenient features like NFC access and Bluetooth calling, it is the ultimate expression of style, performance, and innovation.
