AirPods Pro 3 Review: I Understand It Now!

The AirPods Pro 3 feature improved sound, better active noise cancellation, enhanced fit, and added dust and water resistance, making them a compelling option for iPhone users.

• AirPods Pro 3 provide better sound, boosted by redesigned ear tips and improved airflow.

• Enhanced noise cancellation and IP57 dust/water resistance improve the listening experience.

• Integrated heart rate monitor and live translation capabilities add value for fitness and travel.

The AirPods Pro 3 offer notable improvements over previous generations, including enhanced audio quality with stronger bass and clearer highs, and significantly better active noise cancellation. With a more secure fit due to redesigned ear tips and angle, along with IP57 dust and water resistance, the AirPods Pro 3 are a versatile choice for everyday use.

Improved Sound Quality

• 00:00:51 The AirPods Pro 3 deliver improved sound quality with stronger bass, a full mid-range, and crisp highs, along with minimal high-volume distortion. These enhancements are attributed to slightly larger vents and a redesigned interior for better airflow. Additionally, the ear tips now enter the ear at a different angle and include foam inside for an enhanced seal.

Enhanced Fit and Durability

• 00:02:11 The new ear tips, including an extra small size, and the adjusted angle at which they enter the ear provide a more secure fit. The AirPods Pro 3 also feature IP57 dust and water resistance, protecting against dust, submersion in water, heavy rain, spills, and sweat. The charging case also has an IP57 rating and a brighter battery indicator light behind the plastic.

Active Noise Cancellation

• 00:05:33 The AirPods Pro 3 feature active noise cancellation that is allegedly twice as effective as the previous generation. The combination of new ear tips, insertion angle, larger vents, and improved software tuning contributes to this enhanced noise cancellation. During a flight, the white noise of the airplane was almost completely erased.

Additional Features

• 00:08:05 The AirPods Pro 3 have a heart rate monitor for tracking workouts, which integrates with the Apple Fitness app, which is useful for those without an Apple Watch. Apple also introduced live translation, requiring users to download languages for offline use. The AirPods Pro 3 offer better fit, sound, ANC, IP rating and battery life for the same price as the previous generation.