iOS 26: Use Live Translation With AirPods for Seamless Conversations
With iOS 26, you can now use Live Translation with AirPods to break language barriers in real time. This powerful feature lets you speak naturally while your AirPods handle translations on the fly, making cross-language conversations more effortless than ever.
Whether chatting on Messages, FaceTime, or Phone, iOS 26 ensures smoother communication. And if the other person doesn’t have AirPods, your iPhone can display live transcriptions and translations on-screen in their preferred language.
How Live Translation With AirPods Works
When both people wear compatible AirPods, iOS 26 delivers the most natural experience. Active Noise Cancellation automatically lowers background audio when the other person speaks, helping you focus on the translated voice while still keeping the flow of real conversation.
Apple first showcased this feature alongside AirPods Pro 3, but it also works on AirPods 4 with ANC and AirPods Pro 2, as long as you’re running iOS 26 and the latest AirPods firmware.
What You’ll Need
To get started with iOS 26 Live Translation on AirPods, make sure you have:
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AirPods 4 (ANC), AirPods Pro 2, or AirPods Pro 3
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iPhone 15 Pro or later
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iOS 26 installed
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The Translate app downloaded
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Latest AirPods firmware update
Supported Languages
Right now, Live Translation on AirPods supports:
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English (U.K. and U.S.)
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French
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German
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Portuguese (Brazil)
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Spanish
Apple has confirmed that Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese support will be added later this year.
Why This Feature Matters
With iOS 26 Live Translation and AirPods, Apple is making everyday conversations more inclusive and global. Instead of relying on apps or clunky translations, users can simply talk — and let AirPods handle the rest.
This feature is especially useful for travel, business meetings, or connecting with friends who speak different languages.
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