Low volume on left AirPods Pro 3 when paired with Apple Watch Ultra2 running watchOS26

After installing WatchOS26 on my Ultra2 watch I have an issue when pairing my AirPod Pro 3 ear buds to the watch. When I use the music app I get full volume on the right ear bud but only 1/4 volume on the left bud. I don't have this issue when the buds are paired with my iPhone or iMac. It doesn't matter if the noise cancelling feature is on or off. Also I made sure the buds were clean and unobstructed. I have also reset the buds and unpaired and repaired the watch to my iPhone.



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Original Title: WatchOS26 issues

Apple Watch Ultra 2, watchOS 26

Posted on Sep 27, 2025 9:14 AM

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Posted on Sep 27, 2025 9:46 AM

Did you check the setting for Balance in Settings app on your Apple Watch, -> Accessibility -> Hearing -> Audio balance: Tap the L or R button below Mono Audio to adjust, if out of balance.

Accessibility audio settings on Apple Watch - Apple Support

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Low volume on left AirPods Pro 3 when paired with Apple Watch Ultra2 running watchOS26

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