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Apple Watch – A2859 – MNHQ3CH/A

About this Apple Watch

Apple unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra A2859 on September 7, 2022. This cellular model is only available in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau. Apple designed this first endurance Apple Watch model specifically for users with more physical and outdoor activities. This Apple Watch Ultra model is certified with military standards (MIL-STD- 810H) of durability. This model is swim proof. It can withstand recreational dives to 40 m (EN13319). Apple claimed that this watch is bigger and brighter compared to other Apple Watch models. It must be connected to an iPhone 8 or later (with iOS16 or later) to use the Internet and perform additional functions.

This model uses a 49 mm case size with a 1.92-inch Always-On Retina LTPO OLED display. This device’s display is touch-capable, providing a resolution of 410 x 502. The display area is 1185 square mm with rounded corners. It uses a Titanium case with a Sapphire crystal cover to protect the display against scratches. It also features a Ceramic and Sapphire crystal back that connects to the charger.

The Apple Watch Ultra A2859 model has 1 GB RAM and 32 GB internal flash storage. Apple provides haptic feedback for the Digital Crown, which gives people a more tactile experience as they scroll through content. It has two buttons: A Silver button under the Digital Crown and an Orange Action button on the other side of the housing. Apple claims that the battery life of this device is 36 hours, associated with the mode of usage.

This Apple Watch model is only available in one natural Silver color with titanium housing.

Apple S8

1 GB

32 GB

36 Hours

Storage & Memory

The onboard RAM of this Apple Watch Ultra A2859 model is 1 GB, and the flash storage capacity is 32 GB.

Screen Size and Resolution

This Apple Watch has a built-in LTPO OLED 1.92-inch Always-On Retina display with a 410 x 502 resolution. It has rounded corners with a display area of 1185 square mm. The brightness is 2000 nits. The display of this model is covered with Sapphire crystal for durability.

OS & Processor

This Apple Watch model features a 64-bit dual-core S8 processor with System In Package (SIP) architecture to support multitasking capabilities.

The pre-installed watchOS on this device is watchOS 9 (20R361), and it also supports the current version of watchOS.

Battery

The battery of the Apple Watch Ultra A2859 is a built-in rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery that provides an estimated battery life of up to 36 hours (depending on specific usage). Low Power Mode can make up to 60 hours by disabling other functions.

Size and weight

This model weighs around 2.16 ounces (61.3 grams). This Apple Watch Ultra A2859 is 1.92 inches in height x 1.73 inches in width x 0.57 inches in depth.

Inclusive Features

Military standards for durability (MIL-STD- 810H)
Swim proof capable of withstanding recreational dives to 40 m (EN13319)
1 GB RAM
32 GB internal storage
Dual-core Apple S8 processor
W3 Apple wireless chip
Third-generation optical heart sensor
Always-On Altimeter
Blood Oxygen sensor (SpO2)
Dual temperature sensors
Bluetooth 5.3 and WiFi 802.11b/g/n 2.4/5 GHz
Contrable with a Digital Crown with haptic feedback
Pre-installed Apple watchOS 9
1.92-inch LTPO OLED Always-On Retina display
2000 nits brightness
Up to 36 hours of battery life
Available in one Titanium natural Silver housing

Introduction Date: September 7, 2022					Discontinued Date: September 12, 2023
Processors					Memory
Processors		N/A			Onboard RAM	1 GB
Processor Speed		N/A			Storage
Processor Type		Apple S8			Capacity	32 GB
Connectivity Details					Song Capacity	N/A
USB Support				N/A	Photo Capacity	N/A
FireWire Support				N/A	Description
Standard Wireless				802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz	Case Type		Watch
Standard Bluetooth				5.3	Form Factor		Apple Watch SE 2 (49 mm)
Cell Network				N/A	Housing Color		Titanium
Battery Details					Controller		Digital Crown
Battery Type	Lithium Ion				Apple Order Number		MNHQ3CH/A
Battery Life	36 Hours				Apple Subfamily		Watch Ultra
Stand by Time	N/A				Apple Model Number		A2859 (EMC 8098)
Operating System and Display					Model ID		Watch6,18
Pre-installed OS			watchOS 9 (20R361)		Camera		N/A
Maximum OS			Current		Dimensions		1.92 x 1.73 x 0.57
Built-in Display			1.92″ OLED		Average Weight		2.16 ounces
Display Resolution			410×502		Minimum iPhone Support		N/A

Identifier reference: MNHQ3CH/A, A2859, EMC 8098, Watch6,18. Use these together because one Apple identifier can sometimes cover multiple configurations.

Last reviewed by Techable: September 4, 2025Identifiers checked: order number, A-number, EMC, and model identifier when available.

Model summary

This Apple Watch at a glance

Family: Apple Watch
Order Number: MNHQ3CH/A
Model Number: A2859
EMC: 8098
Model ID: Watch6,18
Year: 2023

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