Apple was widely expected to release the next-generation of its AirPods Pro noise-canceling earbuds this fall, and now it is has. As part of its awe-dropping event, the company debuted the AirPods Pro 3. The new buds are upgraded in several ways, including better noise canceling and sound quality, and they have heart-rate sensors like the Beats PowerBeats Pro 2. You can preorder them today for $249 and they ship Sept. 19.
Here are some of their key upgrades, according to Apple. I'm still waiting hear whether Apple has added a new, more powerful H3 chip to power the buds or if they're still using the H2 found in the AirPods Pro 2.
New heart-rate sensors
2X better noise canceling compared to AirPods Pro 2
Improved sound quality with better bass
New foam ear tips (now available in 5 sizes)
New live translation feature
Up to 8 hours of battery with noise canceling on (up to 10 hours with transparency and hearing aid modes)
IP57 water-resistant and dust-resistant (AirPods Pro 2 are IPX4 splash proof)
Price: $249
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