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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $249.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $249.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦349,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦349,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Apple |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True Wireless Earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 22, 2023 | September 19, 2025 |
| Model Name | AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
| Price | $249 | $249 |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS2 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Type | Custom high-excursion Apple driver with custom high dynamic range amplifier | Custom high-excursion Apple driver with custom high dynamic range amplifier |
| Sound Features | Pro-level ANC, Adaptive Audio, Adaptive Transparency, Conversation Awareness, Personalized Spatial Audio, Adaptive EQ | Enhanced ANC (2x over Pro 2), Adaptive Audio, Transparency, Voice Isolation, Personalized Volume, Loud Sound Reduction, Personalized Spatial Audio, Adaptive EQ, studio-quality audio recording |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes — Pro-level | Yes — enhanced generation |
| App Support | iOS/iPadOS/macOS Settings + Find My; no standalone app | iOS/iPadOS/macOS Settings, Health app (heart rate), Find My |
| Customizable EQ | No manual EQ; automatic Adaptive EQ only | No manual EQ; Adaptive EQ automatic only |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Not officially marketed | Not officially marketed |
| Sound Modes | Off / Transparency / Adaptive Audio / Noise Cancellation | Off / Transparency / Adaptive Audio / Noise Cancellation |
| Touch Controls | Force-sensor stem — press/double/triple press, press-and-hold, swipe for volume | Force-sensor stem — press once/twice/thrice, hold, swipe for volume |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes (Adaptive Transparency) | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Siri (hands-free) | Siri (hands-free) |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION4 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Multipoint | Automatic switching between Apple devices on same Apple ID | Automatic switching + Precision Finding via 2nd-gen UWB chip in case |
| Supported Codecs | AAC | AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | Not supported |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | White | White |
| Dimensions | Earbud 30.9 x 21.8 x 24.0mm; Case 45.2 x 60.6 x 21.7mm | Earbud 30.9 x 19.2 x 27.0mm; Case 47.2 x 62.2 x 21.8mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear with silicone tips, stemmed design; MagSafe charging case | In-ear with silicone tips, stemmed design; MagSafe case with UWB chip |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds and case) | IP57 (submersible to 1m for up to 30 min) |
| Materials | Plastic housing, silicone ear tips | Plastic housing, silicone ear tips; 40% recycled content overall |
| Weight | 5.3g per earbud | 5.55g per earbud |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING4 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast Charging | 5 min in case ≈ 1 hour listening | 5 min in case ≈ 1 hour listening |
| Total Playtime | Up to 6 hrs per charge; up to 30 hrs total with case | Up to 8 hrs per charge with ANC; up to 24 hrs total with case |
| Wireless Charging | Yes — MagSafe, Apple Watch charger, or Qi-certified | Yes — MagSafe, Apple Watch charger, or Qi-certified |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | 3 per earbud (6 total) | 3 per earbud (6 total) |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Dual beamforming mics + inward mic with Voice Isolation | Dual beamforming mics + inward mic + skin-detect/speech accelerometer; Voice Isolation, studio-quality recording |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | "Hey Siri" or press-and-hold stem | "Hey Siri" or stem press |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C to USB-C cable | Sold separately |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 4 sizes (XS, S, M, L) | 5 sizes (XXS, XS, S, M, L) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | MagSafe Charging Case | MagSafe Charging Case with 2nd-gen UWB chip |
| Main Device | AirPods Pro 2 (pair) | AirPods Pro 3 (pair) |
| User Manual | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty Card | Standard 1-year limited warranty (not separately itemized) | Standard 1-year limited warranty (not separately itemized) |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS | iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS |
| Profiles Supported | Standard Bluetooth audio profiles (not itemized by Apple) | Standard Bluetooth audio profiles (not itemized by Apple) |
| Supported Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) | AirPods Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | First AirPods Pro with USB-C charging and Precision Finding (U1 chip), plus Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness. | Apple's biggest AirPods Pro redesign yet — built-in heart-rate sensor, IP57 submersible rating, stronger ANC, and new ear-tip sizes. |