There are products that don’t shout to be noticed.
They simply exist—quietly—yet once you live with them, you wonder how you ever managed without them.
For iPhone users, AirPods Pro have long been that kind of companion. On the subway, at the café, during late-night work sessions, or early-morning workouts, they sit in the ears like a familiar presence. Not demanding attention, just doing their job—well.
Apple understands this emotional connection. And that’s why the AirPods Pro 3 are not a radical reinvention. Instead, they are a careful, thoughtful correction of almost everything users once complained about. With a price hovering around Rp 4 million, Apple didn’t merely polish the surface—they went deeper.
More comfort.
More intelligent noise cancellation.
And surprisingly, heart rate monitoring—without an Apple Watch.
This is not just another earbud update. This is Apple quietly saying: “We listened.”
First, A Design That Finally Listens to Your Ears
At first glance, the AirPods Pro 3 look familiar. The same iconic stem. The same compact charging case. The same minimalist Apple language. Nothing screams “new.”
But the moment you put them in your ears, everything changes.
The earbuds are now angled more naturally, following the contour of the ear canal instead of fighting it. The seal feels immediate—almost instinctive. You don’t need to turn on ANC to feel isolated; the fit itself already creates silence.
Apple now includes five ear tip sizes, including an XXS option. This small detail solves one of the biggest frustrations since the first AirPods generation: “They keep falling out.” With more size options, more people finally find their perfect fit.
The new ear tips use a hybrid foam-infused silicone design. Not full foam like professional in-ear monitors, but enough to create stability without sacrificing comfort or hygiene. The result?
They stay in place—during calls, workouts, even sudden movements.
For users who’ve lost AirPods to gravity and bad luck, this alone makes the AirPods Pro 3 worth serious consideration.
Next, ANC That Makes the World Feel Distant
Apple confidently claims the AirPods Pro 3 deliver the best Active Noise Cancellation in true wireless earbuds. Twice as effective as AirPods Pro 2. Four times better than the first generation.
Bold words—but in daily use, they hold weight.
On long flights, the constant engine hum fades into near silence. At home, noisy appliances and overlapping conversations dissolve. Even high-pitched sounds—traditionally difficult for ANC—are handled far better.
Surprisingly, at concerts, the ANC approaches the effectiveness of dedicated passive earplugs. While AirPods are not a replacement for professional hearing protection, the added sense of security is comforting.
This is ANC that doesn’t just block noise—it gives you space. Space to focus. Space to breathe. Space to exist quietly in a loud world.
And once you experience this level of calm, going back feels impossible.
Then, Sound Quality That Feels More Alive
The AirPods Pro 3 don’t aim to shock audiophiles. Instead, they aim to refine what already worked.
Apple redesigned the internal airflow system, and the impact is clear. Bass feels tighter and denser, vocals stand apart more clearly, and subtle details finally get room to breathe.
Songs with layered harmonies reveal textures that once felt buried. Instruments no longer crowd each other. Nothing feels exaggerated—but everything feels more intentional.
Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio are still situational features, shining brightest in supported content, but even without them, the core sound profile feels richer.
For calls, the improvement continues. Voices stay clear in windy streets and crowded rooms. Background noise fades politely into the distance.
This is sound that doesn’t demand attention—but rewards it.
Meanwhile, Battery Life That Keeps Up With Your Days
Battery anxiety is real. Thankfully, Apple seems to understand.
With ANC enabled, the AirPods Pro 3 deliver close to eight hours of listening time per charge. That’s enough for long flights, full workdays, or extended travel without constantly reaching for the case.
The charging case extends usage comfortably, making these earbuds reliable companions—not fragile accessories.
For people who live on the move, this reliability matters more than flashy specs.
Finally, Heart Rate Monitoring Without an Apple Watch
This is where the AirPods Pro 3 quietly rewrite expectations.
Apple has integrated a heart rate sensor directly into the earbuds, syncing seamlessly with the iOS Fitness app. Dozens of workouts are supported—without needing an Apple Watch.
For users who don’t enjoy wearing a smartwatch, or whose activities make wrist-based tracking inconvenient—like weightlifting or boxing—this feature is a game changer.
Accuracy is impressive, closely matching Apple Watch data. Combined with IP57 water and sweat resistance, the AirPods Pro 3 suddenly feel like a fitness tool disguised as earbuds.
You’re no longer choosing between sound and health tracking. You get both.
So, Is the AirPods Pro 3 Worth the Upgrade?
If you value comfort, silence, sound, and smart features that actually improve daily life—the answer is simple: yes.
The AirPods Pro 3 aren’t revolutionary by design. They are thoughtful, measured, and mature. They fix real problems. They add meaningful features. And they integrate so seamlessly into the Apple ecosystem that they feel inevitable.
For new buyers, they are an easy recommendation.
For AirPods Pro users on older generations, they feel like coming home—but better.
Sometimes, the best technology doesn’t try to impress you.
It simply stays with you, quietly, exactly where it belongs.
And once it’s there—you won’t want to let it go.