The Huawei Watch Ultimate offers a range of features when paired with an iPhone, although some functionalities may be limited compared to using it with an Android device. Here's a detailed overview of what you can expect:
Pairing and Basic Features
To connect your Huawei Watch Ultimate to an iPhone, you need to download and install the Huawei Health app from the App Store. Once installed, you can pair the watch using Bluetooth. This setup allows you to receive notifications from your iPhone on the watch, although you can only respond with predefined answers and cannot open or read detailed content of notifications like emails[2][3].
Health and Fitness Tracking
The watch excels in health and fitness tracking. It can continuously monitor your heart rate, take ECG readings, evaluate arterial stiffness, and measure SpO2 levels. It also tracks stress levels and sleep patterns, providing detailed insights into your health[3][9]. For fitness enthusiasts, it supports over 100 workout modes, including professional sports like golf and diving, and offers features like Expedition Mode for trail running and outdoor adventures[1][9].
Expedition Mode
Expedition Mode is particularly useful for outdoor enthusiasts. It allows you to set GPS waypoints, track your route, and navigate back to your starting point using Route Back navigation. This mode also includes tools like a compass, altimeter, and flashlight, making it ideal for hiking or trail running[1][3][9].
Playback Control
Unfortunately, you cannot control playback playback directly from the watch when connected to an iPhone. You can upload playback to the watch and listen using Bluetooth headphones, but controlling playback playing from your iPhone (e.g., play/pause, volume adjustment) is not supported[5].
Smart Features
While the watch supports making and receiving calls via Bluetooth, its smart features are somewhat limited compared to Android integration. You can receive notifications but cannot interact with them beyond predefined responses[3].
Additional Features
The Huawei Watch Ultimate also includes features like dual-band GNSS for accurate GPS tracking, a high-resolution AMOLED screen, and support for golf course mode with offline contour maps[4][9]. It is water-resistant up to 100 meters, making it suitable for diving activities[9][10].
Overall, the Huawei Watch Ultimate offers robust health and fitness tracking capabilities, along with some smart features, but its integration with iOS is limited compared to Android devices.
Citations:
[1] https://www.techradar.com/reviews/huawei-watch-ultimate
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJlVtWYct3A
[3] https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/huawei-watch-ultimate-review_id5760
[4] https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidphelan/2023/05/25/forget-apple-watch-huawei-watch-ultimate-beats-apple-to-game-changing-new-features/
[5] https://www.reddit.com/r/HuaweiWatchGT/comments/onjfwi/how_better_is_huawei_watches_compatibility_with/
[6] https://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/content/en-us15810296/
[7] https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/huawei-watch-ultimate-best-smartwatch-you-have-not-heard-of/
[8] https://consumer.huawei.com/kh/wearables/watch-ultimate/
[9] https://consumer.huawei.com/uk/wearables/watch-ultimate/
[10] https://consumer.huawei.com/my/wearables/watch-ultimate/