Apple AirPods 3rd generation

AirPods 3rd generation Availability and Price in Kenya

The Apple AirPods 3rd generation were announced at Apple’s October 2021 event, introducing a redesigned contoured form factor inspired by AirPods Pro, Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Adaptive EQ, and a MagSafe charging case. The AirPods 3rd generation price in Kenya is KES 21,000. They delivered a dramatically improved audio experience over the 2nd generation while maintaining the open-ear comfort that defined the AirPods lineup.

Design & Fit

The 3rd generation AirPods featured a shorter stem and contoured acoustic architecture designed to direct sound more precisely into the ear — matching the aesthetic of AirPods Pro while maintaining an open-ear fit without silicone tips.

Key Design Features

• Shorter stem than 2nd generation (Pro-inspired look)
• Contoured acoustic design for better in-ear direction
• Open-ear design — no silicone tips required
• Force sensor in stem for touch controls
• IPX4 sweat and water resistant earbuds
• IPX4 sweat and water resistant MagSafe case
• Skin-detect sensor for automatic ear detection

Audio Performance

Adaptive EQ adjusted the low and mid frequencies of music in real time based on the shape of each user’s ear, while Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking created an immersive theatre-like listening experience.

Sound Features

• Adaptive EQ — real-time frequency adjustment for ear shape
• Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
• Dolby Atmos support for immersive music
• Custom high-excursion driver for deep bass
• Dual beamforming microphones for voice clarity
• Inward-facing microphone for voice detection
• AAC-ELD codec for higher-quality FaceTime audio

Apple H1 Performance

The H1 chip continued to power the core AirPods experience — fast pairing, automatic device switching, and hands-free Siri — with the additional processing required for Adaptive EQ and Spatial Audio computation.

Performance Features

• Apple H1 headphone chip
• Real-time Adaptive EQ processing
• Spatial Audio computation
• Hands-free ‘Hey Siri’
• Automatic device switching
• Low-latency connection for media and calls

Battery Life & Charging

AirPods 3rd generation delivered up to 6 hours of listening with Spatial Audio — one hour more than the 2nd generation — with 30 hours total available from the MagSafe charging case.

Charging Features

• MagSafe charging case (compatible with MagSafe, Qi, and Apple Watch charger)
• Lightning also available (older case option)
• 5 minutes charge = 1 hour listening (quick charge)

Battery Improvements

• Up to 6 hours listening (5 hours with Spatial Audio)
• Up to 4 hours talk time
• 30 hours total with MagSafe charging case
• 5 minutes charge = 1 hour listening

Connectivity & Controls

Bluetooth 5.0 with automatic device switching and the new force sensor in the stem provided more intuitive control without requiring a specific tap gesture.

Connectivity Features

• Bluetooth 5.0
• Automatic device switching (iCloud-paired devices)
• Force sensor in stem (squeeze to control)
• Skin-detect sensor for ear detection
• Find My network support with precision location
• Works with non-Apple devices via Bluetooth
• Instant iPhone pairing

Apple Ecosystem Integration

The MagSafe charging case charged with any MagSafe, Qi, or Apple Watch charger — deepening ecosystem convenience — while Spatial Audio brought cinema-quality immersion to Apple TV+ and compatible music.

Ecosystem Features

• MagSafe charging case — charges with MagSafe, Qi, Apple Watch charger
• Spatial Audio for Apple TV+, music, and FaceTime
• Automatic switching between iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch
• Hands-free Siri across all Apple devices
• Audio sharing with another pair of AirPods or Beats
• Find My precision location for AirPods and case
• Personalised Spatial Audio (via head scan)

Conclusion

The Apple AirPods 3rd generation delivered a major upgrade in both design and audio capability — the shorter stem, Adaptive EQ, Spatial Audio, and MagSafe charging case brought genuine improvements to everyday listening without requiring silicone ear tips. Available at Simu Store Kenya for KES 21,000, they are the ideal open-ear AirPods for users who want premium audio without an in-ear fit.