The world's best
active noise
cancellation
in in-ear
headphones.

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^{World’s best active noise cancellation in in-ear headphones: Tests were conducted by Apple in July 2025 using AirPods Pro 3 paired with iPhone 16 units and prototype versions of the AirPods firmware and iOS 26. Noise cancellation performance was tested according to IEC standard 60268-24. For comparison, the best-selling wireless in-ear headphones that were commercially available at the time of testing were used. Performance depends on device settings, environment, and many other factors.}

^{Up to 2x better active noise cancellation (for AirPods Pro 3): Up to 2x better active noise cancellation compared to AirPods Pro 2 when tested according to IEC standard 60268-24.}

^{Heart rate measurement: The built-in heart rate sensor is intended for use during workouts with the Fitness app and compatible third-party apps on an iPhone running iOS 26 or later. More information is available at support.apple.com/de-de.}

^{Improved in-ear fit: Compared to AirPods Pro 2.}

^{Dust, sweat, and water resistance: AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, and AirPods Pro 3 are resistant to dust, sweat, and water for non-water sports and exercise. Products including the charging case were tested under controlled laboratory conditions and rated 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 and might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not charge while wet. Cleaning and drying instructions are available at support.apple.com/de-de/HT210711.}

^{Hearing test and hearing aid features: Hearing test and hearing aid features are supported on AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with a compatible iPhone or iPad running iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 or later. They are intended for users aged 18 and older. The hearing aid feature is also supported on a compatible Mac running macOS Sequoia or later. It is intended for users with mild to moderate hearing loss.}

^{Battery life: 67% more battery life compared to AirPods Pro 2. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors. Products with Active Noise Cancellation were tested with ANC enabled.}

^{Up to 4x better active noise cancellation: Up to 4x better active noise cancellation compared to the original AirPods Pro and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation when tested according to IEC standard 60268-24.}

^{Conversation Boost: Supported on AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with a compatible iPhone with the latest software. This feature may not be available in all regions or languages. A full list is available at apple.com/de/airpods-pro/feature-availability.}

^{Hearing protection: The hearing protection feature works with AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware when paired with a compatible iPhone, iPad, or Mac running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia or later. This feature is not available in all regions or languages. A full list is available at apple.com/de/airpods-pro/feature-availability. More information about full attenuation is available at support.apple.com/de-de/120850. The hearing protection feature is not suitable for protection against extremely loud impulse noises such as gunshots, fireworks, or jackhammers, or against prolonged sounds louder than 110 dBA.}

^{1.5x “Find My” with Precision Finding: Compared to AirPods Pro 2. Enhanced Precision Finding requires iPhone 17 and AirPods Pro 3. Availability may vary by region.}

^{App Store: Apps are available on the App Store. Title availability is subject to change.}

^{Up to 2x better active noise cancellation (for AirPods Pro 2): Up to 2x better active noise cancellation compared to AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.}

^{Pro-level active noise cancellation: Up to 2x better active noise cancellation compared to AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.}

^{Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and Transparency Mode: Performance and noise control features such as Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and Transparency Mode can be affected by dirt and earwax. The device should be cleaned regularly to maintain performance and full feature functionality. Cleaning instructions for AirPods 4 are available at support.apple.com/de-de/102672. Cleaning instructions for AirPods Pro 3 are available at support.apple.com/de-de/120409.}

^{Conversation detection: Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia or later when paired with AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation or AirPods Pro 2 and later with the latest firmware.}

^{Personalized Spatial Audio: Requires compatible hardware and software. Works with supported content in supported apps. Not all content is available in Dolby Atmos. An iPhone with a TrueDepth camera is required to create a personalized spatial audio profile, which syncs across all Apple devices running the latest operating system versions, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and tvOS.}

^{Lossless audio via USB-C: Playback of lossless audio requires a wired USB-C connection and compatible content from supported apps and services.}

^{Charging: Charging via USB-C requires a compatible USB-C charger. Wireless charging requires a Qi-certified charger. MagSafe charging requires a compatible MagSafe charger. The charging cases for AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 3 are also compatible with the Apple Watch charger.}

^{Find My: “Find My” features require iOS 18 or later.}

^{Voice isolation, “Hey Siri,” and Siri interactions: Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia or 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 ID and a compatible Apple device running the latest operating system.}

^{Apple Intelligence: Apple Intelligence is available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. For information on feature, language, and system requirements, visit support.apple.com/de-de/121115.}

^{Audio Sharing: Requires a compatible Apple device running the latest operating system.}