**When Will Apple Launch AirPods Pro 3?**
Excitement for Apple’s upcoming AirPods Pro 3 is increasing, with various rumors and reports providing conflicting details concerning their launch date. While numerous insiders suggest a release in the latter half of the year, analyst Jeff Pu has recently mentioned that Apple might postpone the launch until early 2026. Although Pu is the only source for this delay news, there is still a chance for a release between September and December.
Increasing the speculation, MacRumors has offered some optimism by reporting on an unannounced audio device discovered in Apple’s codebase. According to the website, all of Apple’s AirPods and Beats headphones possess distinct Bluetooth ID numbers, and a new identifier, 8239, does not correspond to any current products. This has sparked speculation that it may be connected to the forthcoming AirPods Pro 3.
While this identifier might refer to updated Beats headphones or other Apple earbuds, it is more likely that it relates to the AirPods Pro 3. MacRumors has previously covered these earbuds, referencing iOS 26 beta code.
Regarding the anticipated features of the AirPods Pro 3, here are some expected enhancements:
– **Enhanced ANC:** Building on the already remarkable Active Noise Cancelling of the AirPods Pro 2, the new version is expected to provide even superior noise cancellation.
– **New audio chip:** The introduction of the H3 chip is predicted to improve audio quality and connectivity with iPhones, enabling most of the new features.
– **Enhanced hearing aid capabilities:** With the AirPods Pro 2 already featuring hearing aid functions, it is probable that Apple will refine this capability for a more natural sound.
– **Heart rate measurement:** Following the inclusion of heart rate tracking in the Powerbeats Pro 2, Apple is anticipated to add this feature to the next AirPods Pro, possibly with improvements.
For additional information on the anticipated features of the AirPods Pro 3, you can delve into more insights and rumors.
