In a super low-key reveal, Apple has finally launched its first over-ear headphones, the AirPods Max through a press release published in Apple newsroom. While there was no grandiose event for the reveal, Apple boasts its incredible features like the AirPods Pro: active noise cancellation, high-fidelity audio, spatial audio, and adaptive EQ.
There are tons to talk about this new Apple product and Tech Radar has provided extensive report about this headphone. Here is a rundown of everything you need to know about the Apple AirPods Max over-ear headphones.
Apple AirPods Max release date
According to the press statement released by Apple on December 8, AirPods Max will be officially released on December 15. While it is available for preorder, the official Apple Store stated that it is possible not to get hold of it from Apple come launch date. The headphones are likely to have an estimated delivery date of March 5 as it will be shipped in the U.S. within 12 to 14 weeks.
In Australia, the Pink version may be available by December 23 while all other colors will be available by 2021. However, in the UK, the Sky Blue model will be available only after 12 to 14 weeks while all other colors can be delivered by January 7. Nevertheless, buyers may always check retailers for possible restock.
Apple AirPods Max price
After months of speculations, the Apple Airpods Max is finally out, but buyers are quite surprised for its price. According to CNET, it costs $549 (£549 or AU$899), which is far more expensive than other headphones in the market.
Despite a rough audio track record, the tech giant is slowly picking up after it purchased Beats Audio as well as the Apple Music launch. It has produced great sounding HomePod and HomePod Mini smart speakers as well as the AirPods and AirPods Pro in-ear wireless earbuds.
While there is tough competition in over-ear headphones, particularly in terms of price, the Airpods Max is worth the penny with all its spectacular features like automatic switching, spatial audio, and its unique design.
AirPods Max Smart case
Meanwhile, the AirPods Max includes a Smart Case that helps the headphones "preserve battery charge when not in use," although its design is quite unusual. In fact, netizens has been comparing it to a bra, a handbag, or a sleeping mask.
Apple AirPods Max specs and design
AirPods Max uses Apple H1 headphone chip on each ear cup and is quite heavy at 385 grams. It has a total of nine microphones and uses Bluetooth 5.0. The headphones bears Apple's typical minimalist design with a stainless steel build and sleek lines. It comes in stylish colors of sky blue, pink, silver, space gray, and green.
The headband frame is made of stainless steel and can be extended to provide a perfect fit. They seem comfortable to wear with the knit mesh headband, which distributes the weight and reduces pressure on the head.
Earcups are padded with memory foam that keeps the AirPods Max comfortable to wear even after a long wear. As the earcups are attached to the headband, it could independently rotate to fit the user's head.
Apple revived the Apple Watch's Digital Crown dial to provide the ability to play, pause, or skip tracks, activate Siri, answer or end phone calls as well as precise volume control.
Meanwhile, the Apple Lightning port for charging is located at the bottom of the earcup. Unlike the iPhone 12 series, there is a charging cable included in the AirPods Max box.
Apple AirPods Max battery life and connectivity
The Apple AirPods Max wireless headphones could still excite hardcore audiophiles with such great listening experience, even without an additional adapter. It also supports Siri, so it can be use voice commands to make phone calls, play music, get directions, or control the volume.
The Apple AirPods Max can be used on devices that runs in iOS 14.3 or later, macOS Big Sur 11.1 or later, iPadOS 14.3 or later, tvOS 14.3 or later, or watchOS 7.2 or later. They can also work with Windows or Android devices, but the Automatic Switching or Spatial Audio will not be activated.
Meanwhile, with Active Noise Cancellation activated, the Apple AirPods Max can be used for up to 20 hours of talk time, high-fidelity audio, or movie playback. However, more hours can be added if ANC is deactivated since the feature significantly reduces the battery life. Moreover, putting the AirPods Max in Smart Case may add some listening time.
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Written by CJ Robles
