The new Apple AirPods Max go on sale tomorrow, the device went up for pre-order last week and now Apple has started to ship these new AirPods to customers who pre-ordered them.
The new AirPods Max go on sale on the 15th of December and they are Apple’s most expensive AirPods to date.
These new AirPods are apparently designed to be a higher end device and they retail for $549 in the USA and £549 in the UK.
It looks like they are already popular as they are showing as shipping in 12 to 14 weeks for some models, they will be available in Apple stores from tomorrow.
Design and Features
The AirPods Max boast a unique design that sets them apart from other headphones in the market. They feature a stainless steel frame covered with a soft-to-the-touch material, ensuring both durability and comfort. The ear cups are made from anodized aluminum and are attached to the headband via a mechanism that balances and distributes ear cup pressure, allowing them to pivot and rotate independently to fit the unique contours of a user’s head.
One of the standout features of the AirPods Max is the custom-built driver that delivers high-fidelity audio. The 40mm dynamic driver is designed to provide rich, deep bass, accurate mid-range frequencies, and crisp, clean high frequencies. Additionally, the headphones come with an Apple-designed H1 chip in each ear cup, which powers computational audio capabilities to deliver a breakthrough listening experience.
Advanced Technology
The AirPods Max are equipped with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) technology, which uses three outward-facing microphones on each ear cup to detect environmental noise and two inward-facing microphones to measure what the user is hearing. This allows the headphones to adapt the noise cancellation to the fit and movement in real-time. For those moments when you need to hear the world around you, the Transparency mode lets outside sound in, so you can interact naturally with your surroundings.
Another impressive feature is the spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, which provides a theater-like experience for content recorded in 5.1, 7.1, and Dolby Atmos. This technology uses the gyroscope and accelerometer in the AirPods Max and iPhone or iPad to track the motion of your head and device, remapping the sound field so it stays anchored to the device even as your head moves.
The AirPods Max also offer a seamless integration with other Apple devices. With one-tap setup, automatic switching between devices, and audio sharing, these headphones are designed to work effortlessly within the Apple ecosystem. The Digital Crown, inspired by the Apple Watch, allows for precise volume control, the ability to play or pause audio, skip tracks, answer or end phone calls, and activate Siri.
Battery Life and Accessories
Battery life is another strong point for the AirPods Max. They offer up to 20 hours of high-fidelity audio, talk time, or movie playback with Active Noise Cancellation and spatial audio enabled. When not in use, the AirPods Max can be placed in their soft, slim Smart Case, which puts them in an ultra-low-power state to preserve battery life.
Included with the AirPods Max is a Lightning to USB-C cable for charging. However, it’s worth noting that a power adapter is not included in the box, which has become a common practice for Apple in recent product releases.
Market Reception and Availability
Given their premium price point, the AirPods Max are positioned as a luxury item in the headphone market. Despite this, initial demand appears to be strong, with shipping estimates for some models extending to 12 to 14 weeks. This suggests that consumers are eager to experience the high-end features and build quality that the AirPods Max promise.
The AirPods Max will be available in five colors: space gray, silver, sky blue, green, and pink, allowing users to choose a style that best suits their personal taste. They will be available for purchase in Apple stores starting tomorrow, and given the current shipping delays, visiting a store might be the quickest way to get your hands on a pair.
Source MacRumors
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