Travellers and fitness enthusiasts will appreciate AirPods Pro 3 for its advanced design, extended battery life, heart rate sensor, and seamless on-the-go translation support.
Apple AirPods 3 Pro
Apple’s AirPods have long set the standard for wireless in-ear headphones, blending convenience, sound quality, and Apple ecosystem perks in a compact, stylish design. Since their first release, the Pro models have carved out a sweet spot among travellers, commuters, and fitness enthusiasts alike.
With each generation, Apple has refined the formula, but with the launch of AirPods Pro 3 at the Apple Fall 2025 event, the company has delivered its most feature-packed update yet.
AirPods Pro 3 introduce a raft of new hardware and software upgrades that aim to keep Apple at the top of the in-ear game. From smarter Active Noise Cancellation to real-time translation and in-ear heart rate tracking.
This launch finally felt like a new Apple device that was less about minor iterations and more about rethinking what wireless earbuds can do, and giving Apple fans a genuine reason to upgrade.
Features AirPods Pro 3
The headline upgrade, and arguably the most headline-worthy, is Live Translation. Powered by Apple Intelligence, this new feature allows face-to-face conversations between people who speak different languages. At launch, Live Translation supports five languages, including English, French, German, Portuguese, and Spanish, with more due later this year.
It operates directly through the AirPods when connected to a compatible iPhone, letting users hear live translations in their preferred language. If the other person doesn’t have AirPods, you can still communicate using your iPhone screen to show live transcriptions and receive translated replies back into your ears.
This real-time translation capability brings a practical, hands-free tool for travel, cross-border collaboration, or simply chatting with someone new, all while keeping the conversation flowing.
Battery life also sees a significant boost. With Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) switched on, users can expect up to 8 hours of playback on a single charge. That’s 33% more than the previous generation.
Transparency mode now stretches to 10 hours. These improvements make AirPods Pro 3 more reliable for long-haul flights, busy workdays, or extended gym sessions. What’s more, the battery performance comes with no compromise to weight or comfort.
One of the biggest physical changes is the introduction of new foam-infused ear tips, now available in five sizes, including a new XXS option. This change isn’t cosmetic.
With AirPods Pro 3, the most popular headphones take a massive leap forward, providing fantastic sound quality and the world’s best ANC of any in-ear wireless headphones. Combined with an improved fit that provides greater stability for even more people, heart rate sensing, extended battery life, and Live Translation enabled by Apple Intelligence, AirPods Pro 3 take personal audio to the next level.
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Apple reportedly scanned more than 10,000 ears and drew from over 100,000 hours of user research to create a fit that not only feels secure but also improves passive noise isolation. These new tips help the AirPods sit more snugly in a broader range of ears, improving both comfort and stability, particularly during movement-heavy activities like running or high-intensity workouts.
Combined with IP57-rated water and sweat resistance, AirPods Pro 3 are built for more active use, without the fear of them loosening mid-session.
The internal hardware has also been upgraded with a new multiport acoustic architecture inside each earbud, which improves airflow, enhances bass performance, and contributes to the broadened spatial audio experience. Adaptive EQ and advanced voice tuning help keep calls clear and music crisp, even in noisy environments.
Meanwhile, Apple’s new ultra-low-noise microphones work with on-device computational audio to deliver what Apple claims is the world’s best ANC performance in any wireless in-ear headphone. According to Apple, AirPods Pro 3 cancel twice as much noise as the second generation and four times more than the original Pro model.
Apple is also pushing further into fitness tracking territory. Each AirPod now includes a custom-built photoplethysmography (PPG) sensor to track heart rate during workouts.
When paired with an iPhone, users can monitor over 50 different workout types directly from their ears using the new Workout Buddy feature. These metrics feed into the Fitness app, providing live stats such as heart rate and calories burned.
For users of Apple Fitness+, performance data can be displayed on-screen during sessions, further enhancing the real-time feedback loop.
Apple has also expanded its hearing health features, including improved Hearing Test functions and automatic Conversation Boost for louder environments. These build on the company’s broader accessibility efforts and position AirPods Pro 3 as a versatile tool, not just a pair of headphones.
Specifications AirPods Pro 3
| Features | Apple AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|
| Earbud Dimensions | 30.9×19.2×27.0mm 5.55g each |
| Case Dimensions | 47.2×62.2×21.8mm 43.99g |
| Colour Options | White |
| Translation Languages | 5 at launch 9 by end of 2025 |
| Battery Life | 8 hrs with ANC 10 hrs in Transparency mode |
| Ear Tip Sizes | 5 sizes Includes new XXS |
| Waterproof Rating | IP57 |
| Features | Advanced ANC Heart rate sensor Apple Intelligence |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth USB-C MagSafe |
| In the Box | AirPods Pro 3 Charging case Ear tips (5 sizes) |
| Website | apple.com |
Pricing & Availability AirPods Pro 3
Pre-orders are open now for the new Apple AirPods 3 Pro, with shipping and in-store availability beginning 19 September. Pricing is confirmed at $249/£219 on apple.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
The AirPods Pro 3 are priced at £219 in the UK and $249 in the US, with pre-orders open now.
AirPods Pro 3 were announced on 9 September 2025 and will be available in stores from 19 September.
AirPods Pro 3 add heart rate tracking, Apple Intelligence-powered Live Translation, improved ANC, and a redesigned fit with five ear tip sizes.
You’ll get up to 8 hours with Active Noise Cancellation on, or up to 10 hours using Transparency mode.
Live Translation is a hands-free feature that lets you hear translations in real time during face-to-face conversations using your AirPods and iPhone.
AirPods Pro 3 support five languages at launch, with four more expected by the end of 2025.
Yes, they’re IP57 rated, sweat resistant, and include a new heart rate sensor plus a more secure in-ear fit with new foam tips.
They work best with Apple devices running the latest OS versions and require an iPhone with Apple Intelligence for full features.
Yes, they come with five sizes, including a new XXS tip for improved comfort and fit.
Apple hasn’t confirmed offline support yet, so translation may require an active internet connection at launch.
