Just ahead of the launch of the AirPods Max 2, Apple has released new firmware for the headphones. The updated firmware is version number 8E251. The ‌AirPods Max 2‌ include the H2 chip, an upgrade ...

Apple is accepting pre-orders for the AirPods Max 2 headphones that were introduced on March 16, with a purchase option now available on the Apple.com website. In the U.S., Apple's online store lists ...

Apple’s 50th birthday is also the official release date for one new Apple product: AirPods Max 2. Apple announced the new headphones in March before opening pre-orders and quoting deliveries on April ...

Apple’s over-ear headphones get better sound and new features, but they’re still heavy and expensive. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.

I’m honestly shocked the AirPods Max 2 even exists. After Apple only added a USB-C port and a few new colors to its over-ear headphones in 2024, I thought it had given up on delivering a proper ...

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. Apple’s latest release came as a surprise to many. The new AirPods Max 2 came with ...

I’ve been waiting more than a year for the AirPods Max 2, the long-overdue update to Apple’s debut over-ear headphones originally released in December 2020. In the time between then and now, I wore ...

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AirPods Max 2 finally got an actual update. They're still excellent, but the added features aren't really anything new. Apple half-heartedly updated the AirPods Max in September of 2024. It was such a ...

If you, like my colleague, thought the AirPods Max 2 launched in 2024, let me explain: That wasn't a next-generation update; it was a minor refresh that swapped the proprietary Lightning port for ...

The AirPods Max 2, priced at $549, builds upon the foundation of its predecessor with a series of refined updates. These include the integration of the H2 chipset, USB-C connectivity, and enhanced ...

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