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Review: Apple AirPods Pro 3
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Review: Apple AirPods Pro 3
The biggest improvements are in sound isolation and active noise-cancellation, which our reviewer Parker Hall compared to the Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 earbuds. It does an excellent job of tuning out all but the highest-pitched noises.
They sound great across a variety of genres, with highs and lows that can sometimes be a bit much, and with good detail and urgency for earbuds. They’re great for working out or getting yard work done, thanks to the enhanced highs and lows that support ANC, and they sound especially great with pop, hip hop and bright jazz.
The close integration of Apple’s hardware and software means it can pull off some neat tricks like real-time translation. When paired with any iPhone with Apple Intelligence, you can speak different languages into the phone, and the earbuds will translate them for you. They also track heart rate, which we found to be surprisingly accurate. The other headphones have similar features, but with quick pairing and Siri compatibility, having them all in one place helps these feel like a complete package.
Although they look largely the same as the second generation, there have been some improvements to the fit that anyone with small ears will appreciate. The ear tips are thick, with a layer of foam that helps with sound isolation and noise reduction. They’re extra durable with an IP57 rating that will go with you everywhere except the pool.
Although I’m often attracted by the deals I cover, as a dedicated Android user, I’ll keep my wallet in my pocket today. AirPods’ rich set of features really only work meaningfully with iOS and Macs, so if you don’t have an iPhone, iPad, or other Apple computer to connect to, you’ll want to check out our other favorite earbuds.
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