Overview

• Apple claims up to twice the noise cancellation versus AirPods Pro 2, a smaller fit with foam‑infused tips in five sizes including XXS, and an IP57 rating for sweat and water resistance.
• New health features include an ear‑based heart‑rate sensor that integrates with the iPhone Fitness app to track over 50 workouts, calorie burn, and Apple Intelligence’s Workout Buddy coaching.
• Live Translation debuts in beta for real‑time, in‑person conversations, launching with English, French, German, Portuguese, and Spanish and expanding to more languages later; the feature also comes to AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 with ANC, though it is unavailable for EU account holders in the EU.
• Battery life rises to up to 8 hours per charge with ANC (10 hours in Transparency), with the case providing up to 24 hours and adding a U2 chip for improved Precision Finding.
• AirPods Pro 3 are available to pre‑order now in more than 50 regions with retail availability on September 19, and Apple highlights recycled materials and certified Hearing Protection in the EU and UK.