1 The tests were conducted by Apple in July 2025 using AirPods Pro 3, which were paired with iPhone 16 devices, as well as prototypes of the AirPod firmware and iOS 26. The noise suppression has been tested according to IEC Norm 60268-24. The best-selling in-EAR wireless headphones were used for the comparison, which were commercially available at the time of testing. Performance depends on device settings, environment, and many other factors.
2 The built-in heart rate monitor is intended for use during workouts with Fitness APP and compatible third-party apps on an iPhone with iOS 26 and later. For more information, visit support.apple.com/de-de/.
3 Compared to AirPods Pro 2.
4 Supported on the AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with a compatible iPhone or iPad with the latest operating system. The hearing aid and hearing protection functions are also supported on Mac with the latest software. For more information on the complete insulation and the hearing protection feature, please visit support.apple.com/de-de/120850.
5 The tests were conducted by Apple in July and August 2025 using prototypes of AirPod Pro 3 with MagSafe charging case, which were connected to prototypes of iPhone 17 Pro devices; all with software prototypes. The playlist included 358 individual audio tracks purchased from the iTunes Store (256 kbps AAC). The volume was set to 50%. Active noise suppression was activated. With 3D audio enabled and head capture enabled, playback was up to 7.5 hours. During the tests, the AirPod Pro battery was completely discharged by audio until the first AirPod Pro stopped playing. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors.
6 The tests were conducted by Apple in July and August 2025 using prototypes of AirPod Pro 3 with MagSafe charging case, which were connected to prototypes of iPhone 17 Pro devices; all with software prototypes. Both volume and gain level were set to 50% and transparency was enabled. During the tests, the AirPod Pro battery was completely discharged from an iPhone with the hearing aid enabled and no audio playback until the first AirPod Pro was completely discharged. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors.
7 Hearing test feature is supported on AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware paired with a compatible iPhone or iPad with iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 or later and is intended for people 18 years and older.
8 This feature is supported on AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware paired with a compatible iPhone, iPad, or Mac running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or MacOS Sequoia and later. It is intended for persons aged 18 years and above with mild to moderate hearing impairment.
9 This feature is supported on AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware available with a compatible iPhone. This feature may not be available in all regions or languages. View the full list.
10 Hearing Protection works with the AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware paired with a compatible iPhone, iPad or Mac with iOS 18, iPadOS 18 or MacOS Sequoia and later. The feature is not available in all regions or languages. View the full list. For more information on complete insulation, visit support.apple.com/de-de/120850. The hearing protection function is not suitable for protection against extremely loud pulse sounds like firing, firework or Pneumatic hammers or from persistent noises, which are louder than 110 dBA.
11 Requires a Apple account and a compatible Apple device with the latest operating system.
12 Requires a compatible Apple device with the latest operating system.