
Apple’s third-generation standard AirPods arrive as a refined audio option for users who want more than basic true wireless earbuds,
Key Features & Highlights
- Sound and audio upgrades: The AirPods 3 include Spatial Audio tracking) and Adaptive EQ, delivering a more immersive listening experience across music, films and shows.
- Design tweaks: They adopt a shorter-stem look, akin to the Pro models, and the charging case now supports MagSafe wireless charging
- Water/sweat resistance: With an IPX4 rating, the AirPods 3 are more workout-friendly than previous generations.
- Battery life and charging case: Apple advertises up to 6 hours of listening on one charge, and up to roughly 30 hours total including the charging case make ideal in condition
- For iPhone users (or wider Apple-ecosystem users) in India, the AirPods 3 carry the advantage of seamless pairing, very good sound performance, and enhanced features compared with basic AirPods models.
Potential Limitations / Things to Consider
- While good, the AirPods 3 do not include Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) like the Pro models — so if ambient-noise isolation is a priority they may fall short.
- The “up to 6 hours” battery for listening is under ideal conditions— real world use (e.g., with Spatial Audio, head tracking, high volume)
- Being firmly in the Apple ecosystem gives many benefits (auto device switching etc) — but Android users may get less of the seamlessness, so you could discuss that angle for the Indian market where many use mixed devices.
- Since they launched in 2021, you might want to mention how they stack up in 2025: whether they still feel “fresh” relative to newer models, whether you’d wait for a next-gen version (if rumours exist) or go older model for cost savings.