◊ Legal Disclaimers
Up to 2x More Active Noise Cancellation (for AirPods Pro 3): Up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation compared with AirPods Pro 2 when tested in accordance with IEC 60268‑24.
Up to 2x More Active Noise Cancellation (for AirPods Pro 2): Up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation compared with AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.
Up to 4x More Active Noise Cancellation: Up to 4x more Active Noise Cancellation compared with original AirPods Pro and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation when tested in accordance with IEC 60268‑24.
Pro‑level Active Noise Cancellation: Up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation compared with AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.
Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio and Transparency Mode: Device performance and noise control features like Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio and Transparency can be affected by debris or earwax build-up. Clean the device regularly to maintain performance and full feature functionality. Refer to support.apple.com/102672 for AirPods 4 cleaning instructions. Refer to support.apple.com/120409 for AirPods Pro 3 cleaning instructions.
Conversation Awareness: Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18 or macOS Sequoia and later when paired with AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation or AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware.
Personalised Spatial Audio: Compatible hardware and software required. Works with compatible content in supported apps. Not all content available in Dolby Atmos. iPhone with TrueDepth camera required to create a personal profile for Spatial Audio, which will sync across Apple devices running the latest operating system software, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS and tvOS.
Lossless Audio (USB‑C): Lossless Audio listening requires a wired USB‑C connection and compatible content from supported apps and services.
Heart Rate Sensing: Built‑in heart rate monitor is intended for use during workouts with the Fitness app and compatible third‑party apps on iPhone running iOS 26 and later. Refer to support.apple.com for more information.
Hearing Test and Hearing Aid Features: The Hearing Test and Hearing Aid features are supported on AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware, paired with a compatible iPhone or iPad with iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 and later, and are intended for people 18 years old or older. The Hearing Aid feature is also supported on a compatible Mac with macOS Sequoia and later. The Hearing Test is intended for use by people aged 18 years or older, and the Hearing Aid is intended to amplify sound for people aged 18 years or older with perceived mild to moderate hearing impairment. The Hearing Test feature is not a substitute for seeking medical advice from a healthcare practitioner if you have any concerns about your hearing health. Always follow directions for use. Some features may not be available in all regions or all languages. View complete list.
Live Translation: Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, and AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware, when paired with an Apple Intelligence–enabled iPhone running iOS 26 and later. Supports English (UK, US), French (France), German, Portuguese (Brazil) and Spanish (Spain). For more information, see apple.com/au/ios/feature-availability.
Dust, Sweat and Water Resistance: AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 3 are dust, sweat and water resistant for non‑water sports and exercise. Products including charging case were tested under controlled laboratory conditions, and have a rating of IP54 (AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation) and IP57 (AirPods Pro 3) under IEC standard 60529. Dust, sweat and water resistance are not permanent conditions, and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge when wet; refer to support.apple.com/kb/HT210711 for cleaning and drying instructions.
Charging: USB‑C charging requires a compatible USB‑C charger. Wireless charging requires a Qi‑certified wireless charger. MagSafe charging requires a compatible MagSafe Charger. AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 3 charging cases also work with the Apple Watch charger.
Find My: Find My functionality requires iOS 18 or later.
Battery: Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage and many other factors. Testing conducted on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max with noise control on.
Voice Isolation, “Hey Siri” and Siri Interactions: Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18 or macOS Sequoia and later when paired with AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation or AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware.
Automatic Switching: Requires an Apple Account and a compatible Apple device running the latest operating system software.