• Heart Rate Sensor: For the first time, the earbuds include a built-in sensor that tracks heart rate during workouts using infrared light. This data is synced to the iPhone's Fitness app, allowing users to monitor calories burned and close their Move rings for over 50 workout types without needing an Apple Watch.

• Extended Battery Life:

  • Earbuds (ANC On): Up to 8 hours of listening time on a single charge (up from 6 hours on Pro 2).

  • Total Listening Time (with Case): Up to 24 hours of listening time with ANC enabled.

  • Note: Using the Heart Rate sensor reduces listening time to 6.5 hours.

• Live Translation: The AirPods Pro 3 support real-time Live Translation for communication across languages when paired with an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone running iOS 26 and later.

• Improved Adaptive Audio: AirPods Pro 3's  new computational audio features allow for even more intelligent switching between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode based on the environment.

• Enhanced Hearing Health: Includes advanced accessibility features like Hearing Test and a Hearing Aid feature, leveraging the powerful H2 chip to boost frequencies for clearer sounds.

Apple AirPods Pro 3  Charging Case Upgrades

The MagSafe Charging Case has also been updated:

• USB-C Connector: It now features the universal USB-C port for charging.

• Expanded Compatibility: It works with MagSafe, Qi-certified chargers, and Apple Watch chargers.

• UWB Chip: The second-generation UWB chip enables Precision Finding with an improved range.