https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/12/hands-on-with-the-pink-apple-watch-series-9-and-ultra-er-apple-watch-ultra-2/

Apple launched its latest Apple Watch models today, including an Apple Watch Series 9 and a new Apple Watch Ultra 2. The new watches come with all new processors – the first new iteration of this crucial component since three models ago. That will mean big improvements for some features, but the experience probably isn’t going to feel dramatically different if you’re already using last year’s device.

Based on my very limited time with the new Apple Watches, there’s no difference when it comes to how they feel on the wrist, their buttons or really anything else when it comes to physical interaction. Much of the benefit of these new models will be felt over time through use, as the big changes are under the hood and apply to things like battery life and general speed. I could identify speed gains generally vs. my own Apple Watch Ultra, which has the outgoing S8 SIP powering it.