Material: Stainless steel frame with a soft-touch breathable knit mesh canopy and memory foam ear cups for comfort and sound isolation.
Weight: Approximately 384.8 grams (13.6 oz), relatively heavy compared to some other headphones.
Colors: Available in Space Gray, Silver, Sky Blue, Pink, and Green.
Adjustability: The headband features a telescoping arm design for a custom fit.
2. Audio Quality
Drivers: Custom-built 40mm Apple-designed drivers that deliver high-fidelity audio with deep bass, crisp highs, and a wide soundstage.
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Uses dual beamforming microphones to cancel out ambient noise, offering a high level of noise isolation.
Transparency Mode: Allows outside sound to be heard through the microphones when you want to be aware of your surroundings.
Adaptive EQ: Automatically adjusts audio to the shape of your ear for a personalized listening experience.
3. Spatial Audio
Dynamic Head Tracking: AirPods Max supports Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for an immersive, theater-like experience. This is particularly noticeable in Dolby Atmos-supported content.
5.1, 7.1, and Dolby Atmos: Works with supported devices to deliver immersive surround sound.
4. Battery & Charging
Battery Life:
Up to 20 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Spatial Audio enabled.
Up to 20 hours of talk time.
Charging:
Powered via a Lightning port.
Quick Charge: A 5-minute charge can provide up to 1.5 hours of playback.
5. Connectivity
Apple H1 Chip: Each ear cup contains its own H1 chip for better performance, real-time processing, and efficiency.
Bluetooth 5.0: For a stable wireless connection with a range of up to 30 feet (9 meters).
Seamless Integration: Works seamlessly with Apple devices like iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, allowing for easy switching between devices.
6. Controls
Digital Crown: A rotating dial on the side of the ear cup to adjust volume, control playback, answer/end calls, and activate Siri.
Noise Control Button: A dedicated button for switching between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode.
7. Siri Integration
Hands-free Siri access for voice control, such as adjusting volume, answering calls, or controlling smart home devices.
8. Case
Smart Case: The AirPods Max comes with a unique smart case that puts the headphones into an ultra-low-power state to preserve battery life when not in use. However, the case offers limited protection from physical damage.
Specifications
Key Features
Design: Stainless steel frame, breathable mesh canopy, and memory foam ear cups for comfort. Available in five colors.
Audio: Custom 40mm drivers with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparency Mode, offering high-fidelity sound and immersive Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking.
Battery: Up to 20 hours of listening with ANC and Spatial Audio, with fast charging.
Connectivity: Powered by Apple's H1 chip, supports Bluetooth 5.0, and integrates seamlessly with Apple devices.
Controls: Digital Crown for volume control and playback, and a button for toggling ANC/Transparency.