AirPods Pro 3 Coming Next Week With Multiple New Features

[MacRumors]

There's less than a week to go until Apple's "Awe Dropping" event, and there's a good chance that Apple will introduce an updated version of the AirPods Pro. The AirPods Pro 3 are rumored to include new health features, an updated design, and more.

Design Changes

Rumors suggest the AirPods Pro 3 will have a new design, though it's unclear what exactly will change. The design could be slightly tweaked, and it's possible Apple will make the stem smaller.

Charging Case

The AirPods 4 charging case was updated last year, and now it's the AirPods Pro's turn. The case could be slimmed down, making the AirPods Pro even more pocketable.

Apple also removed the pairing button on the AirPods 4 case, adding an invisible capacitive button instead, and the same change is coming to the AirPods Pro. The LED on the AirPods Pro case could also be hidden beneath the surface, so it only shows up when it's on.

Audio Improvements

Apple is working on a new chip for the AirPods Pro 3 that will result in improved sound quality.

Active Noise Cancellation

The updated chip is also going to bring much better Active Noise Cancellation, according to rumors.

Heart Rate Monitoring

Apple recently introduced in-ear heart rate tracking for the Powerbeats Pro 2, and it's a feature that's also expected to come to the AirPods Pro 3. The AirPods will be able to measure heart rate during workouts.

If the feature works like the Powerbeats Pro 2 heart rate tracking, users won't be able to capture heart rate data while also streaming music to gym equipment, and Apple Watch owners won't need the capability.

Temperature Monitoring

Temperature sensing is one of the AirPods features that Apple has been working on, though it's not clear if it will come in the AirPods Pro 3. If it does, temperature detection through the ear would be much more accurate than the skin temperature readings from the Apple Watch.

Live Translation

Apple is working on a Live Translation feature for the AirPods that will provide real-time translations for in-person conversations. The feature will expand the Live Translation options introduced in iOS 26, and it could be unveiled alongside the AirPods Pro 3.

iOS 26

The AirPods Pro 3 will support all of the features coming in iOS 26, including automatic pausing when you fall asleep, camera remote functionality, studio-quality recording, charging reminders, and more.

Read More

For more on the features coming to the AirPods Pro 3, read our dedicated guide.

Article Link: AirPods Pro 3 Coming Next Week With Multiple New Features

 

[red elma]

Hopefully a larger ear tips size as well...

 

[nuff_said]

Making it more pocketable? The APP2 are already pretty damn pocketable.

 

[Croz68]

I dont care about any of this crap. Just crank up the max volume on these things. They are so weak I have to use IEM’s for music and the airpods for podcasts.

 

[AnotherOpinion]

Nice new features… I'd wish they'd make a case that does not projectile the buds when dropped!

 

[dustin_]

hope to grab a pair of these in a couple years. i just bought the pro 2’s the last time they were marked down to $150.

 

[Apple_Robert]

I hope the heart rate monitoring will be offered outside of a workout.

 

[smoker68x]

I’m really hoping that live translation isn’t exclusive to the APP3. I don’t need temperature or heart rate monitoring, so I bought the APP2 on their last sale.

 

[Loud_Texan]

Not able to track heart rate when listening to music sounds pretty useless. It’s not like I’m getting those to use when sleeping.

 

[4 bit 9d api]

AirPods Pro 3 Coming Next Week...

there's a good chance that Apple will introduce an updated version of the AirPods Pro

 

[justanotherdave]

My original AirPods Pro are on their last legs so these are definitely a must-buy.

 

[McWetty]

My one big issue with the APP2’s is they are not sweat resistant so that’s an automatic dealbreaker for working out. The sweat seams to corrode the charging contacts or something. Fortunately the PBP2’s have sweat resistance and the ear hooks for secure fits. Love my APP2’s; just not for working out.

 

[vegetassj4]

Dropping my Air Pods Pro on a hard floor makes me drop an Awe 💩, as they pop out of the case and fly across the room and under various tables, chairs, etc.

 

[IIGS User]

I have a pair of the Pro 2’s and they’re one of my favorite things these days.

 

[elementalwingma]

If they improve the audio any over the already good 2’s this is a day one buy for me. My favorite Apple product ever.

 

[LoveToMacRumors]

i'm really curious about this "design change" of the actual airpods. I understand the case will be slightly smaller. How come there are no leaks ????

 

[vvvvvv]

Making it more pocketable? The APP2 are already pretty damn pocketable.

If only the engineer tasked with this could provide some input on the state (and size) of iPhones…

 

[Octavius8]

Every generation of AirPods Apple starts with excellent NC, then slowly starts to kill it with firmware “updates” until they are almost useless. The new generation will be as good as the 2nd gen in the beginning, then slowly will be updated to be worthless and sell the 4th and so on

 

[lovehateapple]

If it works, live translation is going to be game changing for potentially billions of people. IMO they could be a stand alone product for that purpose alone. However, I think it might take several generations of attempts to get the technology to a real world usable level.

Additionally, last week MR suggested live translation might not be available at launch and could be released in a future software update.

 

[Digitalweddings]

They bring out the Iphone every year in 15 new colors and turned away from white Iphones more than a decade ago and yet they can’t give us any other color options for Airpods. Everyday I see people walking with black ones from the competitors and it looks so much better and it actualy matches Apple products like the Iphone so much better. Even fridges went from white to silver to black. Apple needs to wake up.

 

[theinstructor]

Hey Apple, instead of Temperature Monitoring or Force Feedback video gaming, could you simply make them connect to your @#$!$! iPhone EVERY time when you put one in your ear? That would be a nice start.

 

[Ilmutis]

There's less than a week to go until Apple's "Awe Dropping" event, and there's a good chance that Apple will introduce an updated version of the AirPods Pro. The AirPods Pro 3 are rumored to include new health features, an updated design, and more.

Design Changes

Rumors suggest the AirPods Pro 3 will have a new design, though it's unclear what exactly will change. The design could be slightly tweaked, and it's possible Apple will make the stem smaller.

Charging Case

The AirPods 4 charging case was updated last year, and now it's the AirPods Pro's turn. The case could be slimmed down, making the AirPods Pro even more pocketable.

Apple also removed the pairing button on the AirPods 4 case, adding an invisible capacitive button instead, and the same change is coming to the AirPods Pro. The LED on the AirPods Pro case could also be hidden beneath the surface, so it only shows up when it's on.

Audio Improvements

Apple is working on a new chip for the AirPods Pro 3 that will result in improved sound quality.

Active Noise Cancellation

The updated chip is also going to bring much better Active Noise Cancellation, according to rumors.

Heart Rate Monitoring

Apple recently introduced in-ear heart rate tracking for the Powerbeats Pro 2, and it's a feature that's also expected to come to the AirPods Pro 3. The AirPods will be able to measure heart rate during workouts.

If the feature works like the Powerbeats Pro 2 heart rate tracking, users won't be able to capture heart rate data while also streaming music to gym equipment, and Apple Watch owners won't need the capability.

Temperature Monitoring

Temperature sensing is one of the AirPods features that Apple has been working on, though it's not clear if it will come in the AirPods Pro 3. If it does, temperature detection through the ear would be much more accurate than the skin temperature readings from the Apple Watch.

Live Translation

Apple is working on a Live Translation feature for the AirPods that will provide real-time translations for in-person conversations. The feature will expand the Live Translation options introduced in iOS 26, and it could be unveiled alongside the AirPods Pro 3.

iOS 26

The AirPods Pro 3 will support all of the features coming in iOS 26, including automatic pausing when you fall asleep, camera remote functionality, studio-quality recording, charging reminders, and more.

Read More

For more on the features coming to the AirPods Pro 3, read our dedicated guide.

Article Link: AirPods Pro 3 Coming Next Week With Multiple New Features

I really love the sound and comfort of AirPods Max. I’d prefer to get the AirPods Max 2 when they finally appear, especially hoping Apple will improve the carrying case (seriously, we need a proper one!). I already use AirPods Pro 2 for over two years, and the rumours suggest the Max 2 might arrive in 2027 but who knows… So I’m debating whether to wait for the Max 2 or upgrade now to the upcoming Pro 3. On one hand, the AirPods Pro are extremely convenient to wear daily, but I really want an over-ear experience

 

[Parowdy]

I dont care about any of this crap. Just crank up the max volume on these things. They are so weak I have to use IEM’s for music and the airpods for podcasts.

You need to get your hearing checked. These pods can cause tinnitus easily.
You aren’t doing yourself anything favors asking for even louder in-ear headphones.

 

[Parowdy]

Its hard to improve what’s already almost perfect.
The only thing that needs fixing is the sound.
I don’t get people saying these are great sounding headphones, they lack so much clarity, especially in the mids. And „bass lines“ make whatever you’re listing to muddy.
That’s why I and my mom use these with Headphone Accommodations turned on, otherwise they are just so bland.

 

[Parowdy]

Hey Apple, instead of Temperature Monitoring or Force Feedback video gaming, could you simply make them connect to your @#$!$! iPhone EVERY time when you put one in your ear? That would be a nice start.

Mine do, I currently have three pairs and all them connect automatically to my iPhone when putting one in my ear, sometimes it may take a second but in general this feature works.
Have you ever reset your AirPods? Maybe it has to do with your ear? This doesn’t seem to be too common of an issue.