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Here’s Why AirPods Pro 3 Are ‘Unrepairable’

A closer look at Apple’s latest earbuds and the growing problem of disposable tech

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Oct 14, 2025
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AirPods have long set the standard for wireless earbuds, seamlessly blending into Apple’s tech universe and winning over fans with their style and sound. With the introduction of AirPods Pro 3, Apple has again raised the stakes on features—think Live Translate, heart-rate monitoring, and more. But beneath the glossy finish and cutting-edge tech sits a harsh reality: these earbuds are, quite literally, built to be thrown away.

A damning teardown from iFixit has put the AirPods Pro 3 under the microscope and delivered a blunt verdict—a repairability score of zero out of ten. This isn’t just an engineering quirk; it’s a statement on Apple’s design priorities, and it sparks real concerns for your wallet, your rights, and the planet.

iFixit’s Shocking Discovery: Unrepairable by Design

Imagine spending hundreds on a pair of earbuds, only to discover that a worn-out battery—something inevitable with regular use—means the entire product is destined for the landfill. That’s exactly what iFixit re…

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