Users of the recently released AirPods Pro 3 are encountering a troubling issue - a static-like noise when Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is enabled but no media is playing. This problem has led to frustration among some users, who have taken to online forums to voice their complaints.
Reports suggest that the static sound is audible in various modes of the AirPods Pro 3, including ANC, Adaptive, and Transparency modes. Some users have likened the noise to that of a small fan, despite not having any such device in their surroundings.
The cause of this issue is still unknown, with some users unaffected while others find it unbearable. The only current solution is to disable ANC and Transparency modes, which defeats the purpose of these premium features.