First day of use and out of nowhere I start getting a high pitched noise from my left AirPod. The sound comes when either changing listening modes, or adjusting it in my ear. Others have had this issue and even when getting a replacement pair it does it again. Software bug or warranty?
PROBLEM RESOLVED WITH AFTER MARKET EAR TIPS.
Further to my previous theories that the problem is caused by a flaw in the the Apple Ear Tip design - most likely the mesh surfaces trapping moisture, I decided to try an after market Ear tip. I purchased the Comply ‘MAX Truegrip’ Memory Foam Ear Tips. I took these on a 3hr+ bike ride and no issues. I then wore them for the remainder of the day while building a fence in hot sun. No issues at all. TBH they also have better sound quality and have a more comfortable fit to the Apple Version. They are quite pricy however at $51 NZ ($30 US) for 3 sets.
I am very disappointed that Apple has not addressed the issue, and don’t seem to be owning it at all. I have had no further response from them and wasted countless hours and money trying to resolve this!
I'm using firmware version 8B30 and I'm still having the same problem reported by other users. I'm extremely frustrated. I've already tried changing all the ear tips and still, every time I touch the left earphone, a high-pitched whistling sound appears.
Great deduction, Glen. It ties in what I was thinking/saying before. I recognize the same elements.. moisture in my ear(s) after a shower, squeals beginning after a couple of hours riding my bike, a noise problem that was gone the next day only to start again after a couple of hours. I returned my third pair to Apple, got a refund and bought a pair od AP Pro 2's but your reply almost makes me want to go out and buy another pair of AP Pro 3's so I can try your solution. Power to you (and NZ)! :)
Have you send this observation to Apple?
I think (yes, I guess), in the meantime Apple knows exactly what the reason for the feedback/pitch noise is. Working on a solution? If they can fix it with a firmware update - yes. If it is a problem related to the "construction" then ... probably no.
It might be a "temporary fix" for your specific case (biking for some hours), but really not usable during a flight. The pitches sound comes back sometimes every few minutes. The only "solution" (well, what forked for me), is the 180° thing (without drying or removing something from the AirPods).
To me, I don't really care what the reason is. The AirPods Pro 3 are not usable for the purpose of using them during flights (with ANC) as long as Apple offers not a solution by a Firmware update.
I have a brand new pair on the latest firware, and it's happening every time in my left ear - after I've worn them 2-3 hours. Seems to be moisture based for me! Gonna talk to their support and see what's going on. NEVER had this with the Pro2's!
same issue in my situation only with the right airpod pro 3. it screeches when i put it in my ear and then puts out noises during loud or soft environments .
correction : right amazon airpod pro 3 started the screech. probably will end up going back to pro gen 2
Same issue. On flight and getting a high pitched noise from the right AirPod. Varies in volume and frequency of occurrence. Very annoying. Needs to be fixed
I bought mine in Germany, and I have the same issue as I got in a flight. That didn't happen with the airpods pro 2. Mine was the right one.
Same issue, left EarPod. Apple Store can’t replace because they don’t have any stock left. Terrible customer service 🙄
That’d make sense if the silicone seal was bad, but it’s properly formed and nominal. Tried despite that and no, also the earbud seal test should easily notice any kind of air gap.
Amazon APP3 developed same issues. I am now back to using APP2.
Bought just few days ago from amazing the AirPods Pro 3. Same issue on the left one in the airplane. I had this issue before while sleeping few times with the pro 2.
On the point of ‘hurts’. After flying with AirPods pro several times this month I got a crazy inflammation on both ears…Most likely from the high pitch noise.
Edit: The problem went away on its own after more than 3 weeks of experiencing this high pitched noise. Noticed this before the latest iOS update by the way.
How to remove
High pitched noise on AirPods Pro 3
