Apple Inc. has introduced the AirPods Max 2, featuring upgraded noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and new smart functionalities in its signature over-ear design. The latest model boasts active noise cancellation that is 1.5 times more effective than its predecessor, released in late 2020, according to Apple.
Priced at $549, the AirPods Max 2 will be available for orders starting March 25, with an expected early April in-store availability. The headphones, offered in blue, purple, orange, midnight, and starlight colors, have been updated with the latest H2 chip, enabling new features like Live Translation and Conversation Awareness, which automatically adjust audio levels when the wearer speaks.
Additionally, the AirPods Max 2 introduces Adaptive Audio, which dynamically adjusts noise cancellation levels based on the surrounding environment. Apple highlighted that the new model brings innovative opportunities for podcasters, musicians, and content creators, offering features such as studio-quality audio recording and camera control capabilities. Musicians can leverage the USB-C connectivity to utilize Personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking for creating and mixing content. Spatial Audio content quality has also been enhanced, improving sound localization for an immersive experience.
Source: mint – technology