Apple released AirPods Pro 3 featuring hearing health monitoring and USB-C charging. Hearing protection mode automatically reduces harmful frequencies while preserving speech clarity, adjusting audio real-time as environmental sound levels change.

Hearing assessment functionality estimates hearing sensitivity in specific frequencies. The assessment compares results to age-matched baselines, allowing users to track changes over time and share findings with audiologists.

Active Noise Cancellation improved detection of external noise patterns. Transparency mode supports layering—users can enable ANC, transparency, or a blend at any ratio for flexible listening.

USB-C charging replaced Lightning connectors, aligning with Apple’s ecosystem transition. The charging case reaches full charge in under one hour.

Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking creates immersive sound. Live translation works across dozens of languages. Heart rate sensing enables passive fitness tracking without dedicated app engagement.