Apple has released limited edition AirPods Pro 3 to celebrate Lunar New Year in select countries, reports MacRumors. They are available starting today. The Year of the Horse Special Edition AirPods Pro 3 feature a unique horse emoji character that’s only available for the limited edition. Orders placed today will begin shipping out on January 8.
The limited edition AirPods Pro 3 model is only available in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Singapore, and they’ll only be available as long as supplies last. Lunar New Year begins on Tuesday, February 17 in 2026.
Apple celebrates the Lunar New Year with special edition AirPods with a custom engraving each year. In the past, limited edition AirPods have been made to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, Year of the Ox, Year of the Tiger, Year of the Rabbit, and Year of the Snake.
The special edition AirPods Pro 3 are identical to the standard AirPods Pro 3, other than the special engraving. The pricing is the same as the standard earbuds. The AirPods Pro 3, released in 2025, offer better sound, improved Active Noise Cancellation, an improved fit, and heart rate sensing.
Apple is also offering a variety of Year of the Horse-themed accessories, including iPhone cases, AirTag covers, power banks, organizers, travel chargers, and other accessories.
