5 Essential AirPods Pro Settings Every iPhone User Should Know
Whether you’re using the latest AirPods Pro 3 or an earlier generation, adjusting the right settings can dramatically improve your experience. Here are five of the best settings to help you get the most out of your iPhone and AirPods Pro.
Customize Press-and-Hold Controls
Take full control of how your AirPods respond to you:
Navigate to Settings > Bluetooth > [Your AirPods] > Press and Hold AirPods
Assign each earbud to toggle between Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode, or activate Siri
This is perfect for quick adjustments without needing to take out your phone.
Enable Adaptive Transparency (AirPods Pro 2 & 3)
Adaptive Transparency intelligently reduces loud noises—like sirens or construction—while still allowing voices and ambient sound through.
Ideal for city walks, commuting, or working in shared spaces
Enable via Settings > [Your AirPods] > Adaptive Transparency
Set Up Personalized Spatial Audio
Get a more immersive sound experience that’s custom-tailored to your ears:
Go to Settings > [Your AirPods] > Personalized Spatial Audio
Follow the guided setup using your iPhone’s camera
This feature is especially impactful when listening to Dolby Atmos tracks or watching supported content in Apple TV+.
Use the Ear Tip Fit Test
A proper fit means better sound, better noise cancellation, and all-day comfort:
Go to Settings > Bluetooth > [Your AirPods] > Ear Tip Fit Test
The test helps ensure a good seal with your selected ear tips
No more guesswork when choosing between the included sizes.
Turn On Automatic Ear Detection
This smart setting detects when your AirPods are in your ears and automatically routes audio to them:
Saves battery by pausing playback when removed
Improves convenience during calls or media playback
Enable it under Settings > Bluetooth > [Your AirPods] > Automatic Ear Detection
Want more tips for getting the most out of your AirPods Pro—whether you’re at the gym, on a flight, or in back-to-back Zoom meetings? Let us know in the comments.
Sources: Apple Support Documentation, iOS Settings App
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