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Apple AirPods Pro 3: 2-Hour Borrowed Review Session! Real-Time Translation Shows Serious Promise!
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Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Show-ya Kisaragi (@showya_kiss) here.
Today I’m doing something a bit unusual – reviewing a product that wasn’t provided by a manufacturer, wasn’t a loan unit, and definitely wasn’t purchased by yours truly. The device in question? Apple’s shiny new AirPods Pro 3, which my wife snagged in anticipation of the year-end real-time translation feature rollout for Japanese support.
Being the thoughtful spouse she is, she offered to let me borrow them for a review session. So here’s my rapid-fire analysis after a solid 2-hour testing marathon. Fair warning: no unboxing shots this time since my wife rightfully claimed first dibs on that sacred tech ritual!
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Outline
What Are the AirPods Pro 3?
The AirPods Pro 3 represents Apple’s latest iteration of their premium wireless earbuds in the Pro lineup. These bad boys feature the signature in-ear canal design that delivers aggressive noise cancellation and superior audio quality compared to their standard AirPods siblings.
Fun fact: In the US, these are actually certified as hearing aids for folks with mild hearing loss. That’s some serious tech validation right there!
TL;DR Part 1: The Good Stuff
Let me cut straight to the chase with what’s working:
- Audio quality bump over Pro 2: The sound signature has definitely evolved, with noticeably enhanced bass response and overall depth.
- Surprisingly comfortable fit: Usually, I’m not a fan of canal-style designs, but these didn’t trigger my usual discomfort triggers.
- Adaptive audio during conversation: Smart feature alert! When you start talking or someone addresses you during playback, the volume automatically dips for better conversation flow. Pro tip: disable this if you’re a sing-along type.
- Translation tech shows real promise: While Japanese support is still pending (ETA: end of year), I tested English-to-Spanish translation using the animated Lion King, and the contextual accuracy was spot-on for scenes I could understand. If the Japanese implementation matches this quality, we’re in for a treat.
- *Note: This feature will also roll out to AirPods 4, so I’ll be testing on my AirPods 4 with noise cancellation when it drops.*
TL;DR Part 2: The Not-So-Great
- Audio tuning plays it too safe: Don’t get me wrong – the sound is good with decent soundstage, but compared to the Bose QuietComfort Ultra wireless earbuds I reviewed recently, there’s a lack of that “punch you in the feels” audio impact. Same price range, but Bose brings more excitement to the audio experience. Not “bad” audio – just perhaps too perfectly polished.
- Canal design reality check: Less intrusive than expected, but it’s still canal-style. If you’re cursed with sticky earwax like me, prepare for the inevitable cleanup routine. Even post-cotton-swab prep doesn’t prevent mid-session buildup.
- Premium pricing persists: At ¥39,800 (official retail, prices may vary), Apple deserves credit for not hiking prices from the Pro 2, but this definitely isn’t impulse-buy territory. You need to be either an audiophile, an Apple devotee, or genuinely sold on the feature set.
TL;DR Part 3: Target Audience
These are perfect for:
- Apple ecosystem fanatics: Time to pay the Apple tax again!
- Original AirPods Pro owners ready to upgrade: The performance leap is substantial – perfect upgrade timing.
- Translation feature early adopters: While other brands claim translation capabilities, Apple’s implementation shows serious promise. My Spanish-to-English movie test was seamless, and basic French-to-English conversation via the Translate app worked without weird interpretations.
- Noise cancellation power users: For serious ANC needs in canal form factor, these are top-tier. Alternative: AirPods 4 with noise cancellation for those who prefer the in-ear style.
For those ready to make a decision based on this info, here’s the Amazon affiliate link. Purchases through this link support my blog infrastructure costs (server rental, domain fees, return shipping for review units):
*Status update: Already sold out at time of writing. Wife’s quick purchase decision = validated!*
No Unboxing This Time
I’d love to share that pristine unboxing experience with you all, but this unit belongs to my wife, and her excitement about opening her new tech toy took priority. Watching her joy as she tore through the packaging was worth more than any photo op. Sometimes the human moment trumps the content opportunity, you know?
Deep Dive Review Time
Full disclosure on my audio reference points: I’m currently rocking AirPods 4 with noise cancellation for mobile use, a Sanwa Supply soundbar for ambient home audio, and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones LE for serious listening sessions with full noise isolation.
I also had a 20-day stint with the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd gen) on loan from Bose, which absolutely spoiled me with their audio quality. While I’m not an audiophile with technical vocabulary, I’ve definitely been exposed to some serious audio hardware, so my standards are probably harsher than average.
That said, the AirPods Pro 3 audio quality is genuinely impressive. The source material comes through clean, distortion-free, and with solid presence. It’s more “concert hall” than “intimate club” in character – very refined and spacious. Absolutely nothing wrong with this approach.
However, coming from Bose-tuned ears, there’s a subtle but noticeable difference in emotional impact. Bose has this way of delivering audio that bypasses your ears and hits your emotions directly. The AirPods Pro 3 take a more cerebral approach – you hear the lyrics, process them intellectually, then feel the emotional impact. Both are excellent, but if I’m dropping my own cash (and I already have the AirPods 4 NC), I’d probably lean toward the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd gen).
*Disclaimer: This isn’t meant to trash the AirPods Pro 3 – just my personal preference talking.*
The noise cancellation is pure Apple excellence. Canal design plus instant silence = perfection. Flight-ready sleep performance guaranteed.
For translation testing, since Japanese isn’t available yet, I used French-to-English via the Translate app. Results were solid – Google Translate quality, potentially better for conversational contexts, maybe approaching DeepL territory (though DeepL’s casual tone makes direct comparison tricky).
The real test was Spanish Lion King with English translation output. For scenes where I could verify context, the translations were accurate and delivered with minimal lag. This suggests real-world conversation translation should work seamlessly. Success will depend on Japanese implementation quality, but early signs are very promising.
This could easily outperform standalone pocket translators, so if you’re not in a rush, consider waiting for the update and putting your translator budget toward AirPods Pro 3 or AirPods 4 instead.
My Personal Call
The AirPods Pro 3 is an outstanding product that I can wholeheartedly recommend.
As for my own purchase decision? Honestly, budget constraints make this a no-go for me right now. Beyond the financial reality, the translation feature is coming to my existing AirPods 4, and for pure audio pleasure, I’ve got the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones LE. If I were upgrading earbuds specifically, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd gen) would probably get my (hypothetical) money.
But here’s the thing – as a complete package, everything about the AirPods Pro 3 hits a high standard. Getting this level of integrated functionality under $400 is actually a solid deal in the gadget ecosystem. I’d probably be maxing out credit cards for these if I hadn’t already spoiled myself with the Bose experience.
That’s my honest take. If this review has you tempted, here’s that affiliate link again:
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