AirPods Pro 3’s Live Translation Feature Delayed, Could Arrive With A Future Update: Report

By Shikhar Mehrotra • Updated On Sep 2, 2025

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Apple is currently developing its own version of the live translation feature, which offers real-time translation during conversations.
Although the report doesn’t mention the expected timeline for the feature’s arrival, we anticipate it will be available within a couple of months of the AirPods Pro 3’s launch.

Out of all the updates coming to the AirPods Pro 3, the live translation feature is among the most important, primarily since it will rival competitor earbuds that have made the feature available to buyers (for quite some time). The other two, reportedly, are a built-in heart rate sensor (as seen on the Powerbeats Pro 2) and a temperature sensor; two additions that can help users monitor their health.

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AirPods Pro 3’s Live Translation Delayed

According to a recent 9To5Mac report, Apple is currently developing its own version of the live translation feature, which offers real-time translation during conversations. However, this feature might not be ready in time to debut with the AirPods Pro 3. The report mentions that the feature is not yet ready and will be introduced later via a software update, similar to the hearing aid features.

Although the report doesn’t mention the expected timeline for the feature’s arrival, we anticipate it will be available within a couple of months of the AirPods Pro 3’s launch. Even so, the health-monitoring features, including the heart-rate sensor and the temperature sensor (which may not provide direct temperature readings but assist other features in the Health app), will be functional from launch.

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Apart from these features, we expect Apple to launch a new H-series chip for the earbuds, which should enhance the overall sound quality and noise cancellation of the device. The device will launch alongside the iPhone 17 on September 9, 2025.

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Shikhar Mehrotra

Shikhar Mehrotra is a seasoned technology writer and reviewer with over five years of experience covering consumer tech across India and global markets. At Smartprix, he has authored more than 1,700 articles, including news stories, features, comparisons, and product reviews spanning automobiles, smartphones, chipsets, wearables, laptops, home appliances, and operating systems. Shikhar has reviewed flagship devices such as the iPhone 16, Galaxy S25+, and Sennheiser HD 505 Open-Ear headphones. He also contributes regularly to Smartprix’s growing automotive section.

With a deep understanding of both iOS and Android ecosystems, Shikhar specializes in daily tech news, how-to explainers, product comparisons, and in-depth reviews. His DSLR photography in product reviews is recognized as among the best on the team.

Before joining Smartprix, Shikhar wrote for leading publications including Forbes Advisor India, Republic World, and ScreenRant. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from Amity University, Lucknow.

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