AirPods Pro 3 launched in UAE with ANC upgrade, heart tracking

Apple has announced the AirPods Pro 3, the next step in its popular wireless earbuds line. They come with a new design, stronger Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), built-in heart rate tracking for workouts, and Live Translation.

The AirPods Pro 3 are priced at AED 949 in the UAE and will be available from Friday, 19 September.

Stronger noise cancellation and clearer sound

The AirPods Pro 3 feature a redesigned acoustic setup that improves clarity across music, calls and streaming.

Adaptive EQ reshapes sound for richer bass and clearer vocals
Transparency mode now makes outside voices sound more natural
ANC cancels 2x more noise than AirPods Pro 2
Battery life reaches up to 8 hours with ANC on

Apple says the new foam-infused ear tips boost passive noise isolation, giving users a more immersive listening experience. Whether you’re on the Metro, in the office or winding down at home, the ANC is designed to keep unwanted sound out.

New fit with more ear tip options

The design has been revised to accommodate a wider audience. Apple used data from thousands of ear scans to improve stability during workouts and daily wear.

Smaller AirPod body with a redesigned internal layout
New XXS ear tip size joins the existing range
IP57 sweat and water resistance for durability

The addition of extra-small tips makes these AirPods more accessible for people who struggled with previous fits. They’re also better suited to long workouts or runs in the UAE’s humid conditions.

Fitness tracking with heart rate sensing

AirPods Pro 3 include a custom-built heart rate sensor that works with the iPhone’s Fitness app.

Tracks heart rate during workouts
Supports over 50 workout types
Syncs with Apple Fitness+ for live on-screen metrics
Integrated with “Workout Buddy” for motivational feedback

Using infrared sensors and AI on the iPhone, the earbuds can measure heart rate and calories burned. This allows users to close their Move ring and track exercise without wearing an Apple Watch.

Live Translation built into AirPods

Apple is also adding Live Translation to AirPods Pro 3, a feature powered by Apple Intelligence.

Supports English, French, German, Portuguese, and Spanish at launch
Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese (simplified) coming later this year
Works in face-to-face conversations
Option to use iPhone as a display for real-time subtitles

For travellers and expats in the UAE, this makes AirPods Pro 3 more than just headphones — they’re a communication tool across languages.

Environmental impact

Apple says the AirPods Pro 3 are made with 40% recycled content, including 100% recycled cobalt in the battery. The packaging is fully fibre-based and recyclable.