AirPods Pro 3 experiencing multiple issues.

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AirPods Pro 3 experiencing multiple issues.

AirPods Pro 3 (Bought on 5th November 2025)

After using them for 20-25 days, problems started where -

1. I noticed “hey siri” recognition is worse compared to AirPods Pro 2.

2. Weird noise (Crackling, squeaky, etc.) started when I use to wear the left one and same happened while changing the modes.

3. Also the left AirPod sound output reduced compared to the right one (after turning on mono audio & checked it properly).

4.Transparency mode has some issues - as when I wore both the AirPods and went to a motorcycle ride the transparency mode failed many times, I was feeling like air is going inside my ear and blocking the external environment noise and after a few seconds it was back to normal and again the issue starts.

Tried resetting them but no luck.

Windows, Windows 11 (26200)

Posted on Nov 27, 2025 11:39 AM

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Answer 1

Ingo2711

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Nov 28, 2025 12:21 AM in response to AG_BUGYA

If your helmet blocks the microphones used for the Noise reduction and Transparency mode, these features can not work properly.

As for the other issues, did you make sure, that the firmware has been updated to the latest version 8B25?

About firmware updates for AirPods - Apple Support

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AG_BUGYA Author

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Nov 28, 2025 5:18 AM in response to Ingo2711

The AirPods are already updated to the latest firmware version, 8B25.

Regarding the issue while using them during motorcycle rides — this is the first time I’ve experienced any problem. I’ve been using AirPods Pro 2 for nearly two years and have never had issues with Transparency mode before.

I’ve also scheduled an appointment at the Apple Store in BKC, Mumbai on Monday, so they can run diagnostics and check if there’s any underlying problem.

Thank you very much for replying to the issue I’m facing @Ingo2711

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