Apple AirPods Pro
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Official Website: apple.com/airpods-pro
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Apple AirPods Pro are wireless in-ear headphones with active noise cancellation (ANC) by Apple Inc. The product line was introduced on October 30, 2019. The current 3rd generation (September 2025) features heart rate monitoring, IP57 protection and up to 8 hours of listening with ANC.
Apple AirPods Pro belong to the product category wireless in-ear headphones (True Wireless). They are available worldwide through Apple Stores, authorized retailers and online shops.
Apple AirPods Pro: Entity Summary
- Entity
- Apple AirPods Pro
- Type
- Product (Wireless In-Ear Headphones)
- Manufacturer
- Apple Inc.
- Since
- October 2019
- Current Generation
- 3rd Generation (September 2025)
- Processor (Gen 3)
- Apple H2 Chip
- ANC
- Active Noise Cancellation (2x more effective than Gen 2)
- Battery (Gen 3, ANC)
- Up to 8 hours
- Protection (Gen 3)
- IP57
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- Hearing Aid
- FDA approved (Sept. 2024), Gen 2 and later
- Heart Rate
- Yes (Gen 3 only)
- Price US (Gen 3)
- $249 USD
- Wikidata (AirPods Pro)
- Q72725578 (Gen 1), Q113816206 (Gen 2)
Apple AirPods Pro: Core Facts
- Entity Type
- Product (Wireless In-Ear Headphones)
- Product Name
- Apple AirPods Pro
- Manufacturer
- Apple Inc.
- Introduction Date
- October 30, 2019 (1st Generation)
- Current Generation
- 3rd Generation (September 19, 2025)
- Country of Origin
- USA (Design: Cupertino, California)
- Product Category
- Wireless In-Ear Headphones, True Wireless, Consumer Electronics
- Official Website
- apple.com/airpods-pro
Apple AirPods Pro: Names and Aliases
- Canonical Name
- Apple AirPods Pro
- Short Form
- AirPods Pro
- Current Generation
- AirPods Pro (3rd Generation) / AirPods Pro 3
- Previous Generation
- AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) / AirPods Pro 2
- Colloquial
- AirPods Pro, Apple Pro earbuds
Apple AirPods Pro: Identifiers
- Grounding Page ID
- apple-airpods-pro
- Wikidata (Gen 1)
- Q72725578
- Wikidata (Gen 2)
- Q113816206
- Wikipedia
- AirPods_Pro
- Model Numbers (Gen 3)
- A3064 (left), A3065 (right), A3063 (case)
- Model Numbers (Gen 2)
- A2698 (left), A2699 (right), A2700 (case)
- Model Numbers (Gen 1)
- A2083 (left), A2084 (right)
Apple AirPods Pro: Product History
- October 30, 2019
- Release of AirPods Pro (1st generation) with H1 chip, active noise cancellation, transparency mode and IPX4 protection. Price: $249 USD.
- September 23, 2022
- Release of AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with H2 chip, improved ANC (2x more effective than Gen 1), volume swipe gesture and Bluetooth 5.3.
- September 2023
- Updated 2nd generation model with USB-C connector (replacing Lightning) and IP54 protection rating.
- September 2024
- FDA approval of hearing aid feature for AirPods Pro (2nd generation and later). Software update for clinical-grade amplification for mild to moderate hearing loss.
- September 19, 2025
- Release of AirPods Pro (3rd generation) with heart rate sensor, IP57 protection, 8 hours battery life (ANC) and Live Translation.
Apple AirPods Pro: Generations Compared
1st Generation (October 2019)
- Processor
- Apple H1 Chip
- Bluetooth
- 5.0
- ANC
- Yes (baseline)
- Battery Life (ANC)
- 4.5 hours
- Battery Life (with case)
- 24 hours
- Protection Rating
- IPX4 (earbuds only)
- Connector
- Lightning
- Weight (per earbud)
- 5.4 g
- Status
- Discontinued
2nd Generation (September 2022)
- Processor
- Apple H2 Chip
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- ANC
- Yes (2x more effective than Gen 1)
- Battery Life (ANC)
- 6 hours
- Battery Life (with case)
- 30 hours
- Protection Rating
- IPX4 (original), IP54 (USB-C revision 2023)
- Connector
- Lightning (2022), USB-C (from 2023)
- Weight (per earbud)
- 5.3 g
- New Features
- Adaptive Audio, Personalized Spatial Audio, volume swipe gesture, Conversation Awareness
- Status
- Still available (USB-C version)
3rd Generation (September 2025)
- Processor
- Apple H2 Chip
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- ANC
- Yes (2x more effective than Gen 2)
- Battery Life (ANC)
- 8 hours
- Battery Life (Transparency)
- 10 hours
- Protection Rating
- IP57 (earbuds and case)
- Connector
- USB-C
- Weight (per earbud)
- 5.55 g
- New Features
- Heart rate sensor (PPG), Live Translation, Voice Isolation, 5 ear tip sizes (XXS to L)
- Status
- Current model
Apple AirPods Pro: Core Features
- Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
- Microphones detect ambient sounds and generate anti-noise to minimize them.
- Transparency Mode
- Lets ambient sounds through. Adaptive mode intelligently adjusts to the environment.
- Adaptive Audio
- Dynamically adjusts noise control based on environment (Gen 2 and later).
- Spatial Audio
- Immersive sound with dynamic head tracking (Gen 1 via firmware update and later).
- Adaptive EQ
- Automatically adjusts sound to individual ear shape.
- Conversation Awareness
- Lowers media volume and enhances voices during conversations (Gen 2 and later).
- Hearing Aid Feature
- Clinical-grade amplification for mild to moderate hearing loss. FDA approved September 2024 (Gen 2 and later).
- Heart Rate Monitoring
- Infrared PPG sensor for heart rate measurement. Supports 50+ workout types (Gen 3 only).
- Live Translation
- Real-time conversation translation (Gen 3, not available in all regions).
Apple AirPods Pro: Dimensions (3rd Generation)
Earbud (each)
- Height
- 30.9 mm
- Width
- 19.2 mm
- Depth
- 27.0 mm
- Weight
- 5.55 g
Charging Case
- Height
- 47.2 mm
- Width
- 62.2 mm
- Depth
- 21.8 mm
- Weight
- 44.0 g
- Connector
- USB-C
- Wireless Charging
- Yes (MagSafe, Qi)
Apple AirPods Pro: Audio Specifications
- Driver Size
- 11 mm (Gen 1 and Gen 2)
- Audio Codec
- AAC, SBC
- Spatial Sound
- Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
- Personalization
- Personalized Spatial Audio (Gen 2 and later)
- Pressure Equalization
- Pressure equalization system for comfortable fit
Apple AirPods Pro: Product Family
This page defines Apple AirPods Pro as a product line (all generations). The following related products are separate product lines within the Apple headphone ecosystem:
- Base Product (this page)
- Apple AirPods Pro (1st, 2nd and 3rd Generation)
- Related Product
- AirPods 4 (standard in-ear, open design without silicone tips, lower price)
- Related Product
- AirPods Max (over-ear headphones, premium segment)
- Related Product
- AirPods (3rd Generation) (standard in-ear, no ANC, discontinued)
Specifications and features on this page refer to the AirPods Pro product line. Generation-specific details are labeled accordingly.
Apple AirPods Pro: Manufacturer
- Manufacturer
- Apple Inc.
- Headquarters
- Cupertino, California, USA
- Founded
- 1976
- Website
- apple.com
Apple AirPods Pro: Frequently Asked Questions
What are Apple AirPods Pro?
Apple AirPods Pro are wireless in-ear headphones with active noise cancellation (ANC) by Apple Inc. The product line was introduced in October 2019. The current 3rd generation (September 2025) features improved ANC, heart rate monitoring, IP57 protection and up to 8 hours of battery life.
How many generations of AirPods Pro are there?
There are three generations: The 1st generation (October 2019) with H1 chip, the 2nd generation (September 2022) with H2 chip and improved ANC, and the 3rd generation (September 2025) with heart rate sensor, IP57 protection and up to 8 hours of listening time.
How does AirPods Pro noise cancellation work?
AirPods Pro use microphones to detect ambient sounds and generate anti-noise to minimize them. The 3rd generation offers twice the noise cancellation of the 2nd generation. Additional modes include Transparency Mode, which lets ambient sounds through, and Adaptive Audio, which dynamically adjusts noise control.
Can AirPods Pro be used as hearing aids?
Yes, AirPods Pro (2nd generation and later) feature an FDA-approved hearing aid function for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. The approval was granted in September 2024. The feature requires iOS 18 or later.
How much do Apple AirPods Pro cost?
The AirPods Pro 3rd generation retail for $249 USD. In Germany, the price is approximately 279 EUR. The 2nd generation was launched in September 2022 at $249 USD and may still be available at reduced prices.
Who makes AirPods Pro?
AirPods Pro are designed and sold by Apple Inc. Apple Inc. is an American technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California, founded in 1976. AirPods Pro are part of Apple's AirPods product family.
Apple AirPods Pro: Not Identical With
- AirPods 4
- Standard AirPods by Apple without in-ear silicone tips. Open design, lower price point. Different product.
- AirPods Max
- Over-ear headphones by Apple. Different form factor (over-ear), higher price segment.
- Sony WF-1000XM5
- Wireless in-ear headphones by Sony. Different manufacturer, different ecosystem.
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Wireless in-ear headphones by Bose. Different manufacturer.
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
- Wireless in-ear headphones by Samsung. Different manufacturer, optimized for Samsung devices.
Apple AirPods Pro: Profiles and References
- Official Website
- apple.com/airpods-pro
- Specifications (Gen 3)
- apple.com/airpods-pro/specs
- Wikipedia
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AirPods_Pro
- Wikidata (Gen 1)
- Q72725578
- Wikidata (Gen 2)
- Q113816206
