Description
AirPods Max, the ultimate listening experience. Now in five new colors. An Apple-designed driver provides high-fidelity audio. Every detail, from canopy to cushions, has been designed for an exceptional fit. Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation blocks outside noise, while Transparency mode keeps you connected to your environment. Updated with a USB-C connector for even more convenient charging.
ULTIMATE OVER-EAR LISTENING EXPERIENCE Apple-designed dynamic driver provides high-fidelity audio. Computational audio combines custom acoustic design with the Apple H1 chip and software for breakthrough listening experiences like Lossless Audio with ultra-low latency over USB-C.
FIVE FRESH COLORS AirPods Max come in five fresh colors: Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, and Orange. A color-matched Smart Case is also included.
FOCUS ON WHAT’S PLAYING Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation removes up to 2x more background noise, so you can immerse yourself in music.
HEAR THE WORLD AROUND YOU Transparency mode lets you comfortably hear and interact with the world around you.
PERSONALIZED SPATIAL AUDIO With sound that suits your unique ear shape along with dynamic head tracking, AirPods Max deliver an immersive listening experience that places sound all around you. You can also listen to select songs, shows, and movies in Dolby Atmos.
ACOUSTIC-FIRST DESIGN Designed with a knit-mesh canopy and memory foam ear cushions for an exceptional over-ear fit that perfectly seals in sound.
MAGICAL EXPERIENCE Pair AirPods Max by simply placing them near your device and tapping Connect on your screen. AirPods Max pause audio when you take them off. And Automatic Switching makes listening between your iPhone, iPad, and Mac completely effortless.
PRECISION CONTROL Use the Digital Crown to play and pause music; to answer, end, and mute yourself on calls; and to control volume and skip between tracks.
NOW WITH USB-C CHARGING The new USB-C connector lets you charge your AirPods Max with the same cable you use to charge your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or other Apple devices.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Accessibility | • Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new AirPods Max. • Features include: • Live Listen audio • Headphone levels • Headphone Accommodations |
| Audio Technology | • Apple-designed dynamic driver • Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation • Transparency mode • Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking • Adaptive EQ |
| Battery | • AirPods Max • Up to 20 hours of listening time on a single charge with pro-level Active Noise Cancellation enabled • Up to 20 hours of movie playback on a single charge with pro-level Active Noise Cancellation and Spatial Audio on • Up to 20 hours of talk time on a single charge • 5 minutes of charge time provides around 1.5 hours of listening time • AirPods Max with Smart Case (USB-C) • Storage in the Smart Case preserves battery charge in ultra-low-power state • Charging via USB-C |
| Chip | Apple H1 headphone chip (each ear cup) |
| Color | • Midnight • Starlight • Orange • Purple • Blue |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology |
| Controls | • Digital Crown • Turn for volume control • Press once to play or pause media • Press once to answer a call or mute or unmute • Press twice to end a call • Press twice to skip forward • Press three times to skip back • Press and hold for Siri • Noise control button • Press to switch between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode • Hey Siri • Say “Hey Siri” to do things like play a song, make a call, or get directions |
| Sensors | • Optical sensor (each ear cup) • Position sensor (each ear cup) • Case-detect sensor (each ear cup) • Accelerometer (each ear cup) • Gyroscope (left ear cup) |
| System Requirements | • iPhone models with the latest version of iOS • iPad models with the latest version of iPadOS • Apple Watch models with the latest version of watchOS • Mac models with the latest version of macOS • Apple TV models with the latest version of tvOS • Apple Vision Pro with the latest version of visionOS |
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◊ Legal Disclaimers
Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and Transparency Mode: Device performance and noise control features like Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and Transparency mode can be affected by debris or earwax buildup. Clean the device regularly to maintain performance and full feature functionality. Refer to support.apple.com/102672 for AirPods 4 cleaning instructions. Refer to support.apple.com/120409 for AirPods Pro 2 cleaning instructions.
Up to 2x More Active Noise Cancellation: Up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation compared with AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.
Adaptive Audio: Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia and later when paired with AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation or AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware.
Conversation Awareness: Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia and later when paired with AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation or AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware.
Hearing Test and Hearing Aid: The Hearing Test and Hearing Aid features are expected to be available fall 2024. The Hearing Aid feature is pending FDA authorization. Both features will be supported on AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware paired with a compatible iPhone or iPad with iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 and later and are intended for people 18 years old or older. The Hearing Aid feature will also be supported on a compatible Mac with macOS Sequoia and later. It is intended for people with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss.
Hearing Protection: The Hearing Protection feature works with AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware when paired with a compatible iPhone, iPad, or Mac with iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia and later. Feature is only available in the U.S. and Canada. See support.apple.com/120850 for total attenuation and more information. The Hearing Protection feature is not suitable for protection against extremely loud impulse sounds, such as gunfire, fireworks, or jackhammers, or against sustained sounds louder than 110 dBA.
Personalized Spatial Audio: Compatible hardware and software required. Works with compatible content in supported apps. Not all content available in Dolby Atmos. iPhone with TrueDepth camera required to create a personal profile for Spatial Audio, which will sync across Apple devices running the latest operating system software, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and tvOS.
Dust, Sweat, and Water Resistance: AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, and AirPods Pro 2 are dust, sweat, and water resistant for non‑water sports and exercise, and they are IP54 rated. AirPods (3rd generation) are sweat and water resistant for non‑water sports and exercise, and they are IPX4 rated. Dust, sweat, and water resistance are not permanent conditions.
Charging: USB‑C charging requires a compatible USB‑C charger. Wireless charging requires a Qi‑certified wireless charger. MagSafe charging requires a compatible MagSafe Charger. AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 2 charging cases also work with the Apple Watch charger.
Find My: Find My functionality requires iOS 18 or later.
Battery: Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors. Testing conducted on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation with noise control off.
Voice Isolation: Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia and later when paired with AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, or AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware.
Siri Interactions: Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia and later when paired with AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, or AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware.
Automatic Switching: Requires an iCloud account and a compatible Apple device running the latest operating system software.
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Features
Up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation compared with AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.
Lossless Audio listening requires a wired USB-C connection and compatible content from supported apps and services.
Spatial Audio works with compatible content in supported apps. iPhone with TrueDepth camera required to create personalized profile.
Requires an iCloud account and a compatible Apple device running the latest operating system software.