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Airpods Max 2 and AirPods 4 Announced At Apple's latest event, the company announced updates to its AirPods Max and AirPods Pro 2, addressing some of the most common complaints users had.

A person with dark braided hair is wearing large AirPods Max 2 and a blue top. Their eyes are closed, and they appear to be enjoying the music. The background is a plain blue color.
Apple AirPods Max 2

While a full second-generation AirPods Max wasn’t released, the over-ear headphones received their first significant update since their debut in 2020.

One of the biggest changes is the long-awaited switch to USB-C, following the lead of the AirPods Pro 2. In addition, the Airpods Max 2 now features adaptive audio, a personalization feature originally introduced in the AirPods Pro.

A lineup of Apple AirPods Max and AirPods 4 is displayed on a white background. From left to right: first and second generation AirPods in open charging cases, AirPods Pro in an open charging case, and the latest AirPods Max 2 over-ear headphones.
Apple AirPods Max and AirPods 4

The AirPods Max continues to stand out as one of the most colourful products in Apple’s line-up, maintaining its distinction from the rest of the family by not being offered in white. The updated Max is available in Midnight, Blue, Purple, Orange, and Starlight, offering various vibrant colour options.

A series of colorful over-ear headphones, including AirPods Max 2, is arranged in a diminishing arc pattern. The headphones at the front are beige, followed by pairs in orange, white, blue, and gray hues, all set against a plain white background.
Apple AirPods Max 2 | Colors

Meanwhile, the AirPods Pro 2 hasn’t received any hardware upgrades, but a series of software updates aimed at hearing health have been rolled out.

These include three key features: prevention, awareness, and assistance. For example, AirPods Pro 2 can now act as earplugs at loud concerts, providing hearing protection. A new medically certified hearing test, which can be completed in five minutes, has also been introduced. After the test, users receive a report and a personalized audio profile based on their hearing capabilities.

A pair of white wireless earbuds, resembling AirPods Max 2, is positioned inside an open white charging case against a white background. The earbuds have black accents, and the front of the charging case displays a small green indicator light.
Apple AirPods 4

The updated AirPods Max is available for order today, with shipments beginning on September 20th. Pricing remains the same at $549/£549 for the AirPods Max and $249/£249 for the AirPods Pro 2.

Infographic showcasing various features of the latest AirPods Max 2, including Active Noise Cancellation, new acoustic architecture, USB-C and wireless charging, up to 30 hours battery life, Personalized Spatial Audio, H2 chip, conversation awareness, and voice isolation.
Apple AirPods 4
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