I’m an audio enthusiast who’s had every pair of AirPods since they came out in 2016. The AirPods Pro 2 have served me well, but I’m excited to upgrade. Here’s why.
If there is a single pair of wireless earbuds that do it all, it’s the AirPods Pro 2. I’ve found their active noise-cancelling performance to be impressive, while the sound and low-end bass response are full and lively. They go above and beyond with adaptive audio, conversational awareness, and can even function as hearing aids. But it’s been three years since a major upgrade; here are four reasons I’m leaving the Pro 2 behind and upgrading to the AirPods Pro 3.1. A Better Workout Buddy
A key part of being a do-it-all audio device is offering robust fitness features. I use my AirPods Pro 2 for running sometimes, but they’re not ideal. The Pro 3 should improve on that with a refined fit, better sweat resistance, and a new sensor. Each time Apple has refined the fit of its earbuds, they’ve been a little more comfortable to wear and have fallen out of my ears less often. I hope that will be the case with these new buds, too.
A subtle, but important, update for fitness comes with the AirPods Pro 3 being IP57 rated for better water resistance. The AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 are both IP54 rated. The difference in lab tests is that the other models could handle splashes of water, while the Pro 3 should be able to survive immersion in up to one meter of water for up to 30 minutes.
