What do you want from AirPods Max 2?

@aaronchapman6666

4 ай бұрын

Cheaper pricing at a reasonable reduction to build quality. A matte black version to start with. Some type of cleaner or easy swap headbands because man those things attract some dirt. Preferably a foldable action. If not possible then a travel case that…..actually works. An off button too. Also magnetic charging would be great.

@nighthowell

4 ай бұрын

A freaking power button. Easiest answer ever.

@steviesmiler

4 ай бұрын

Not that I’m going to buy AirPods Max 2, I got fed up waiting for them to be released and I bought the Bose QC ultra’s… but I’d like to see. 1: Power button. 2: USB-C connection. 3: New colours 4: A PROPER CASE!

@DuBstep115

4 ай бұрын

@@aaronchapman6666 All foldable headphones that I have ever used are flimsy

@emilsecker7881

4 ай бұрын

USB C and the H2 chip

I will buy them in a heart beat, just waiting for that lightning connector to go! Just became a fully usb C apple eco system owner. Waiting patiently

You need the gaps in the case for one big reason. It needs to let the moisture from your ears/heads to air out. If it was fully enclosed you may have a mold problem. That would get more pressure than having gaps in the case.

@Awaks

19 күн бұрын

Or they could just....don't loose me here.....have made a good breathable case?? So, Beats do, and everyone who's been in the game for decades does, but the fruit company makes this nonsense and you somehow make excuses for them?? Where are the mold issue with every other OEM? They could've just not used the cloth mesh in the first place. It leads to absolutely stink bombs a lot more often than not for a lot of people (surprisinglyway too many cases, I've come across) cuz of how much sweat and hair grease it soaks up in hot countries. Thank goodness they're actually washable by hand, cuz just why? Velour holds up a lot longer before stinking, if you want fabric style materials Just lots of either rubbish, or creating solutions for self manufactured problems. And if you listen to a lot of music without vocals, they're extremely middle of the road.

Im a drummer and use these to play with tracks. The noise reduction is awesome to dampen the drum sound. I also use them to mix audio and love the sound. Highly recommended for drummers!

I've got a pair of Sony MX4 that work wonderfully, I have them paired to both my iPhone and iPad. However, I recently got a pair of AirPods Pro and really like the feature where I can switch between the devices seamlessly. So, I am tempted to get the AirPods Max whenever they are updated. But I'll wait to see more details when the product is released.

@tudorpodgoret6148

2 ай бұрын

Had those Sony… didn’t liked the sound…

@KxC-FK6349

Ай бұрын

My xm4 died recently

@picnicphoto

12 күн бұрын

Have Sony MX4 also--set up custom EQs and happy with them but miss the ability to easily switch from device to device as my Airpod Pros do.

I’ve had so many over ear headphones over the years and I find myself still reaching for these. I have big ears and these fit me the best. They sound great, I think they look great too. As always, Mark, a great informative video.

@MarkEllisReviews

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

You said everything I love about the AirPods Max. Bought it at Christmas and using it all the time. 👍

I've recently upgraded from Air Pods Pro to Air Pods Pro2 and the difference is astounding. I've always had a fascination for the over-the-ear set of AirPods Max tho and the only thing I'm waiting for is USB-C. Now that I'm using an iPhone 15 Pro Max as my daily, I've really come around to the simplicity of USB-C and I think I wanna continue down that path and not revert back to Lightning cords/cables. As always, a solid review. Thank you!

Didn’t see that coming!!! Especially about the case!!!! :) :) :) :) Great video, Mark. Cheers.

Waiting for an update (if it ever comes). So far quite happy with the momentum 4. The closest cans to AP Max I’ve had sound quality wise.

Great update. I have the B&W PX7S2. (Great), the AirPods Pro 2 (fantastic) but I’m still hankering for the Max for home use. Spatial Audio is a game changer for me and I like the idea of over ears. Inclusion of the H2 chip in Max 2 would be good but this appears uncertain.

I use my APM’s every day. For me they are brilliant in all areas, I’ve no regrets buying them, price aside. BUT, I agree with you on the state of charge indicator. When I’m using them I can access the battery widget but if they are in the case I can’t. Maybe there is a way round this that I’m unaware of, that is a pain but very much a 1st world problem

I agree for the most part. The APM are legitimately an extremely good pair of headphones. The only thing that would prevent me from buying them now if I didn't have a pair is the fact that they're probably going to be refreshed this year and I'd imagine that the 2nd version will be USBc. I'd probably wait until later this year to see if they do get updated.

@ventglatormmos669

3 ай бұрын

the airpods max 2 have been delayed till 2025 unfortunately

@jaestreets751

23 күн бұрын

I resolved this by getting a lighting to usb -c adapter. Found a nice small one on amazon for less than $5

@DarkFire515

22 күн бұрын

@@jaestreets751 very good idea, that's a cheap & easy way to solve the lightning / USB issue.

I actually think I agree with all that you had to say. As for the update, I would still like to see a longer battery life, microphones as good as the Air Pods Pro 2 and some weather resistance. An AirPod Max Lite would be a welcome addition. I do. It expect to see any of these, however.

I'm not looking to buy any new headphones right now because I'm really happy with my Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 (which I chose after watching several videos including yours!). But I still watched this video to see what your updated thoughts were about APM. Overall, I'm still very satisfied with my Px7 S2s because one, they look great, and two, the sound quality of these is incredible (and which I believe is better than what you call APM's 'okay' sound). The APM headphones really look good though, and I see a lot of people wearing them. But the Px7 S2 look so good as well; I got the blue ones with the gold finish and they are gorgeous!

Mark Ellis Thank you for posting.

Songs play the best on AirPod Max when I compare with the bigger HomePod stereo paired in my living room. Better than my Bose system in my car. These are awesome!

Hi mark. You made me want my Airpods max back. But i try to find the link you mentioned. Its hard with a screenreader like VoiceOver on the mac with FIrefox.

Hi @MarkEllisReviews, minute 5:08 what's that Headset stand? do you have any Amazon link to it? thanks for this review!

I think I’ll wait. The Air Pods pro 2 are enough for me at the moment. See if Apple does refresh the APM or not? And are the Sony XM6 on the horizon this year?

I literally said to the wife last night the my APM is the best tech product I’ve ever owned. I can listen to them paired with my phone whilst out on a walk, then connect them to my Xbox controller via the lighting cable for gaming, then when everyone’s in bed I can have amazing cinematic spatial sound watching movies on the Apple TV. Oh, and depending on the scenario I can have them ‘open’ or ‘closed’ using the noise cancellation button. The new ones will be a day 1 purchase.for me.

I’ve got the AirPods Pro second generation vary pleased with them and now with case I can locate with the iPhone

Bose qc ultra are my new daily driver and very satisfied.

Just bought a pair and they are fantastic . Compliment my AirPod pro 2’s nicely .

As someone who dropped 250 a pair for the wh-1000 and xb950 and BOTH broke in the same area… I would buy them but I know they will change the charging port for USB c

I returned my AirPods Max due to the weight. The weight makes them slightly annoying while wearing them but you really notice how heavy they are once you take them off. It really is like your head just became much lighter. I really hope they address the weight on the second release and I will buy them again.

I love mine and they are great ear warmers now that it’s freezing in the UK. I bought mine in 2022 but would buy them again in 2024.

Great vidéo, liked it!

I think I’ll wait for the next version. Or see how the Sonos headphones do.

Just got the AirPod Max today. After testing it with my M50x bt2 I gotta say the m50 sounds better and clearer. Looks like I will be retuning the AirPod max

I really enjoy mine and I’m glad I have them.

I bought my AirPods Max about 4 months after they were announced, and they are still my most regularly used over-ear headphones. I agree with the points in this video, except I have always loved the simple, minimalist case design. The one fat issue with the headphones is the bass quality. Sound is fantastic and clear, but weak in bass. You THINK it sounds good until you listen to the same movies or music with headphones that actually have good bass. I bought and returned the Sony XM5s in the last two years. When the Bose QC Ultra headphones were announced, I got them almost immediately. I really enjoy them, and they sound just a bit better than the AirPods Max. But I still reach for the APM more often out of sheer convenience and whipping them out of the case, having them immediately turn on, connect to any Apple device I happen to be holding, and quickly toggle between hearing modes. I will not be returning my Bose headphones, but I also know they’re going to continue to come second for me.

Do you think The 2nd gen would get the H2 chip? I don’t think the 2nd gen refresh will only be esthetic

If I wasn't worried about the money, I would look at the the Bang & Olufsen H95's.

I picked up a pair of APM during spring of 2022, for a transatlantic flight. Mind you there was a good deal from Costco at $150 CAD off the MSRP price. The rumours I’ve heard so far on the 2nd version of these, probably due out in 2024, is that they will come in added new colours, USBC and H2 chip. If that’s the only upgrade, I’d suggest that new buyers look out for rebates on version one, even if they do have Lightning port. Paying $549 US, if that’s the price, is way too much IMO. A USBC port is definitely not worth that much.

Can I just ask what camera do you use mark

Great review. One point of contention, and this is not just your review but with a lot of the people out there in the tech review world, the complaint that Apple hasn't switched over all accessories to USB-C. For those of us that have been in the Apple ecosystem for years, I have tons of lightning cables. I have to buy additional USB-C cables when products with USB-C come out. Yes, most come with a cable, but I'll tend to buy an extra cable to keep with my travel kit of cables or maybe one of a different length. For me, data transmission is the only reason to use USB-C. Lightning is perfectly fine for charging. Maybe because things like laptops are going USB-C exclusive that's an issue, but if I don't need to actually plug in the accessory into a computer, then there are plenty of USB-A chargers/hubs out there. That's the end of my rant ;) Really enjoy your reviews!

I heard new release will 100$ cheaper,is it true?

Agreed with everything except the lack of praise for the sound and noise cancellation. Having used the Sony XM5s and Bose QC Ultras, the AirPod Max are the best in terms of sound and noise cancellation. The one negative, which is a big one, that no one seems to mention is connectivity issues. I’ve owned 2 pairs of AirPod Max’s and both have suffered from crippling Bluetooth connectivity issues that get progressively worse with everyday use about for about 1-1.5 yrs. Lastly, condensation can build up in the ear cups due to the use of metal. Hopefully Apple addresses these issues with the 2nd gen. Great review as always

@shadedsoul890

4 ай бұрын

I’ve had mine for a week and are having connectivity issues in the right ear of the headphones. Apple hasn’t been much help with fixing it either.

@JayJay-sk3iu

4 ай бұрын

@@shadedsoul890 toy try to return them and get a new pair if you can.

I just bought them 😂 I compared it with the even more expensive Beyerdynamic Amiron Wireless and yes, I prefer the APM. Not only for the Apple ecosystem but also for the sound. Love em!

I looked at these but as I use a Samsung Galaxy s²⁴ Ultra I opted for the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Over-Ear Wireless Headphones

Have tried a lot of the newer headphones and have owned the APMs for years. Despite the weight the APMs are amongst the comfiest for me (big ear cups and a headband that distributes weight well goes a long way). In terms of sound quality I think the APMs are nice sounding but I much preferred the more exciting listen of the XM5s and Bose QC Ultra. The APMs are a little boring sounding IMO But… had to return the XM5s due to narrow head band

@osirisofthesouth2853

29 күн бұрын

How so, more bass on the others?

Great content vid as always, very very niche sponsor though, perhaps not for the UK market, unless the cleaner can manage potholes.

you forgot to mention the new chip going in the AirPods Max 2nd gen.. an updated version of what's in the AirPods Pro 2nd gen. which would allow for auto switching and adaptive noise like the AirPods Pro 2nd get currently has, and as a user of the 2nd generation while engaging in the apple ecosystem between my phone and computer the auto switching is an absolute must. its one of those things that once you experience it you quickly realize just how much you never knew you needed it.

I’ve realized that the benks headphone stand that I bought on your recommendation is what has destroyed the canopy on mine. They have a high clamping force which will reduce the pressure on the canopy from your head, but when it’s on the stand the canopy is taking the full wait of both the headphones and the case. I still blame the headphones as it shouldn’t be an issue, but it would be worth mentioning as they are no longer very comfortable because of this.

@MarkEllisReviews

4 ай бұрын

Not sure that’s categoric proof, to be honest, but I agree - this shouldn’t be an issue.

@davidfoster916

4 ай бұрын

I don't think that benks stand puts pressure on the canopy. The external frame rests on the edge of the stand and the canopy sits in the shaped area. If you put them on a normal stand the canopy is pressured.

Fínally someone who gives these headphones a fair chance! I was a big B&W fan and I tested these vs my old B&W PX’s and the new PX7 S2’s. The only thing my girlfriend and I could state was: Apple did audio better than B&W did tech. The seamless iPhone integration, transparency mode, build quality etc makes this a more compelling and liveable package. We love the AirPods Max!

I love these headphones. I just hate that you can’t turn them off cuz so many times I go grab them and they’re dead.

I have tried AirPods Max in the Apple brand store and I was pleasantly surprised in terms of comfort, sound quality, noise reduction, etc. It is an excellent product!👍

I got tired of waiting for a refresh and bought the Beats Studio Pro. You get most of the features of Air Pods Max at a much better price.

I love mine and the case just a brilliant design

9:07 got me laughing since then 😂

Just sold my APM and bought the Bose QC ultra. To me, the APM are a bit dated now

Did you have issues with condensation? Great video btw!

@MarkEllisReviews

Ай бұрын

Nope - that's a non-event ;)

@micaelasepulveda8691

Ай бұрын

⁠@@MarkEllisReviews oh really? That’s great. Because that’s the main reason why I have hesitated to buy them, since they are not waterproof. Thanks for answering

Is the weight annoying?

I’m 15 my dad got me AirPods Max and I’m telling you they are literally the best the noise cancellation is just so amazing transparency is awesome and then the music quality is to another level. It like heaven I’m not even exaggerating it’s the best gift ever

Would do you say at this time the beats studio pro at a $180 price tag brand new would be a better option in 2024?

@MarkEllisReviews

4 ай бұрын

At that price - absolutely.

I still use my AirPods Max on the regular. Watching movies or listening to music is the best use case for me.

Hopefully it will get updated in March? I almost bought a pair recently myself, then realized it will most likely get updated in March, at least according to Mark Gurman.

@fallin1968

3 ай бұрын

When did mark say this?

@drkmagneto

3 ай бұрын

@@fallin1968 In his early September newsletter he mentioned “Spring 2024” as the likely refresh of the AirPods Max. Now, he’s suggesting “2024”. Seeing as they’re just over 3 years old, my gut tells me March, maybe June. Hopefully not much later than that.

@adisha_sharma

2 ай бұрын

@drkmagneto they haven't updated them in March! :(

I just purchased a pair for less that retail today & compared them back and forth to my my wh1000xM4 … Honest pros and cons. Max cons: weight, tight, transparency is loud, buttons work great but feels old school. “Why roll when you can slide! Max Pros: Sound quality-clarity-bass, noise cancellation is pretty good, don’t seem like they will fall off your head, durability, reactivity! Sony wh1000xM4 cons: The name lol.. could use a bit more bass, touch sensitivity could also be better. Sony pros: sound is superb… I mean Crisp! Noise cancellation is very good! Touch features work pretty good, Super light and also fits the head for comfort with no fatigue, more Mobile even when resting on the neck, Feels cheap but I’ve had them since 2020 with no problems. Max isn’t a bad choice… I think Sony did. Much better job all around. I’d rather my headphones do everything good vs 1 thing great.

If Max 2 is released and is priced cheaper, with lower quality materials (excluding the chips), would that make Max 1 more premium and possibly rarer in the future?

Something that makes the Airpods Max even better is to connect them with a wire to a headphone amplifier. You won’t believe the difference. It’s actually quite spectacular how much better they sound. It makes them shine. Try it. I recommend the Hip Dac 2/3 from Ifi. The amplifier drives the headphones so you save the battery for those wireless on the go moments. With that said I would never recomend bying these headphones… in Sweden they are 800 dollar including tax and the Airpods Max does not sound like a pair of 800 dollar headphones any way you twist and turn them.

@rajendrabiswas

12 күн бұрын

do u get spatial audio with the amplifier also ?

Can I use the equalizer with ANDROID????

Sir, AP Max the most overdue for a refresh !?!? I present you the Magic Mouse. Haha keep up the great work.

I bought these when they came out and have been unimpressed. The sound isn’t spectacular by any means. I’ve put on a pair of Bose QC35s and been blown away by the richness of the sound. These are matched by $30 headphones from a big box store. The ecosystem integration is a selling point to be sure, but not to justify a $500 price tag.

I do hope these get an update but have had two pair. After getting them my fiancé loved them and wanted a pair as well. I have had many others over the years but these are the best built and noise canceling is my favorite.

Just bought some a week ago

Waiting to 2nd GEN AirPods Max

I’m so glad apple doesn’t listen to all nonsense complaints and goes its own way. I love everything about it and have had mine for over 2 years now. It’s perfect. Nothing compares.

I just ordered the B&W PX8

@MarkEllisReviews

4 ай бұрын

Nice!

The crazy part is where I live I have only seen 1 pair of air pod max in the wild for as long as they have been out which is crazy to me.

@jibsij3964

3 ай бұрын

They’re expensive af for what they offer which is absolutely fine but ppl these days have just simply the possibility to look up what they get for the money and so ya many are gonna choose the less expensive option while still getting nearly or even the same amount of quality

@xroyalstevenx9151

2 ай бұрын

I’ve only seen them twice! Idk I wouldn’t wear them in public either since they can be stolen.

@RJ_Uploads

2 ай бұрын

@@xroyalstevenx9151 very true!

Had the airpods max and sold them for some B&W PX8 which i thought would be it for me, Then i tried some Focal Bathys and nothing beats them and the mimi test is a game changer

Nice video

Update to USB C and I’ll buy them again

I'm a Bose QC Ultra user. Love them for comfort, super light, great ANC/transparency, smooth multipoint, foldable. Had Sony XM4 before but then XM5 you can't fold but from what I experienced with XM4 was good. Apple still has no EQ adjustment and again with the useless "case" but then again third party companies got cases I can see on Amazon so thats good. Tried them in store and also they're heavy.

I wish all tech reviewers had as much personality.😊

@MarkEllisReviews

4 ай бұрын

Haha - too kind!

Just went into the Apple Store to test the AirPod Max out and I was extremely disappointed. The ANC was awful and nowhere near as good as my AirPod Pros(Gen 2). Build quality is incredible but the fact these are like £500 with WORSE ANC means you should really avoid these unfortunately. Thank god I tried these for myself and not just relied on KZread reviews! Take my advice and try them for yourself before buying

I’ve had these headphones for the last two years and honestly I hate them now. I’ve had to get them repaired twice because the head detection bullshit stops working. No sound comes through even though they say they are connected. This happens randomly, so when i need them they only work like 50-60% of the time. I’m tired and finally got new headphones for bday this year.

@xroyalstevenx9151

2 ай бұрын

As much as I love apple and beats, they always have connection issues at some point. I love how they instantly connect but they always have issues in a year or so.

Apple headphones project failed. Case is bad and microphone sounds horrible. What they try next ? Maybe a vaccum cleaner

I'm here for Aiper 🙌🔥

@MarkEllisReviews

4 ай бұрын

Boom.

I still kinda dislike the aesthetic design of these things (and the overblown price), but I'm probably gonna get suckered into buying the 2nd gen when they come out. I love headphones as well but I try to only buy what I really need or want, but I am definitely interested enough in these to cough up the dough

i use them solely at home and i couldn't be happier with them

AirPods Max 2 can’t wait till they come out I would wait

My AirPods Max broke after two years, so for a generation 2 it would be nice for them to actually work. And maybe some kind of exchange program for people with faulty 1st gen’s? But I’d have more chance asking for world peace than that lol.

The Magic Mouse is the longest product needing an update!!!

@MarkEllisReviews

4 ай бұрын

Which is why it got a mention.

I like my Max and Pros. The Sony M4 controls are yuck. I do like my QC35s, so light. I wouldn’t mind having the newest.

I’m hoping and praying they give us the ability to actually listen to Hi-Res lossless audio with the AirPods Max 2. If u can already listen to “normal” lossless audio with Beats, a brand Apple admits is for the budget friendly market, then Hi-Res lossless capability should be available for AirPods Max. Also there definitely needs to be more bass included, not a whole lot but more, trying to listen with these on to ANY song with a lot of bass is completely underwhelming and disappointing.

I went with the XM5s. Couldn’t justify spending almost double the price for a pair of headphones that are at best slightly better in certain categories and on par or slightly worse in others. Just makes zero sense financially.

So you say you can buy it in 2024 or ? I need a new headphone.

Transparency mode doesn’t work well when it’s windy :)

I got a used one in mint condition for $270

Found them for £370 should I buy?

very sad to see my AirPods max behave abnormal after a year.. it is not wanting to pair at all..

My AirPods Max stopped working unfortunately. They can’t connect to my phone & seem to have battery problems. No idea where to go to fix it since Apple wants to charge $300 just to inspect them

@jbflow

3 ай бұрын

If you have less than a year with them Apple is supposed to inspect them for free and even replace them. With Apple Care the cost shouldn’t be more than $99 dollars. 😅

If I dont put mine in case they never turns of. And if i get a call it automatic goes to earpods even if I dont wear them. Have they fixed this??

Follically Challenged…..😂😂‼️

We all know Apple products come at a price, but in some cases the pricing is completely out of wack. The AirPods Max being one of those cases. I am happy with my Beyer Dynamic headphones, my Bose noise canceling headphones and regular AirPods, which combined cost me less than a single pair of AirPods Max. Thanks for the review though.

Your sponsor is a pool cleaner - think I’m not normal anymore.

@MarkEllisReviews

4 ай бұрын

You and me both.

Make them a little bit lighter, give them USB-c or a Charging case «like the regular airpods». Yeah, we need a better case. And we have a winner!

If you want THE best, get this. Damn the cost 😂

I’m really happy with mine! I am a software developer working remotely and I have used mine every single work day since launch for music and video conferences (I’d say an average of 5-6 hours of use every day easily). I really like the form factor, the cushions are very comfortable and I don’t think the weight matters that much so for me they’re fine. I do like the audio quality and the ease of use (I only have Apple devices that I use these with). As I rarely use them outside I have rarely used the noise cancellation, but the transparency mode is awesome. I don’t use the “case” (bought the Waterfield leather case that also has the magnets to trigger the low power mode for the rare day in the office commute) and I had to buy a new pair of cushions thanks to my dog having decided to destroy one of the originals. I don’t mind the Lighting port though. I already have the cables lying around so whatever. I even had to send them for repair - great customer support - as it had an issue and they swapped the left headphone and now just sometimes when connecting to an iOS device the toast displays a white pair while mine are black (little detail that could be improved). I agree that the worst part is the canopy mesh. Although amazing in the beginning, after about 1 year of my use it is as if it is not even there and hence I think this is the main form factor thing they’ll have to improve. Other than that for a new generation of the AirPods Max I only wish for Hi-Fi audio quality (to go along Apple Music), more volume and the improved adaptive noise cancellation of the AirPods Pro 2. If Apple decides to make a new generation I would totally buy them ASAP!