Overview

• The earbuds support real-time translations initially in English, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish, with hands-on testing confirming phrase-by-phrase accuracy.
• In-ear optical sensors feed heart-rate data to the Fitness app and Workout Buddy to track workouts, calories and close rings without an Apple Watch.
• Apple claims twice the active noise cancellation of the previous model, helped by foam-infused tips and five ear-tip sizes for a tighter seal.
• Battery life is rated at up to eight hours with ANC on, the price is $249/£219, and the charging case uses USB‑C with retail availability on September 19.
• An iOS 26 update rolling out September 15 gives Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 deeper Fitness integration and single-ear heart-rate monitoring, bringing many features closer to AirPods Pro 3.