AirPods

Apple re-releases AirPods Max lossless audio update after initial delay

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Apple has begun seeding a new update for the AirPods Max after hiccups in the initial rollout. The recent update, brought alongside iOS 18.4 earlier this week, enables lossless audio and super low latency when using the headphones over USB-C. Apple’s support page listing AirPods firmware updates was recently updated to indicate the said program, … Read more

You’ll be waiting a little bit longer for AirPods Max lossless update audio update

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It’s not very often that Apple introduces new features on AirPods, but that was supposed to be true for the AirPods Max (USB-C) this week. Unfortunately, a software bug is delaying the release of new firmware. Aaron Peris has pointed out that build number 7E99 for the AirPods Max is still accessible on Apple’s servers. However, … Read more

iOS 18.4 unlocks three new features for Apple AirPods Max owners

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Table of Contents Table of Contents Lossless audio Ultra-low latency audio … And wired playback When Apple announced an updated version of the AirPods Max last year, the reception was mixed, mainly because there were no new features introduced. However, with the release of iOS 18.4, customers who purchased the new model can now enjoy … Read more

AirPods Pro 2 vs. Sony WF-1000XM5: Battle of the flagship eabuds

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Table of Contents Table of Contents Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Sony WF-1000XM5: specs Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Sony WF-1000XM5: design and comfort Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Sony WF-1000XM5: features and controls Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Sony WF-1000XM5: battery life Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Sony WF-1000XM5: sound quality Apple AirPods Pro … Read more

Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: Too close to call

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Table of Contents Table of Contents Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: specs Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: design and comfort Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: features and controls Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: battery life Apple AirPods Pro 2 … Read more

Apple AirPods Max finally get lossless audio and analog support

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Apple is about to correct one of the most glaring omissions on its AirPods Max wireless noise-canceling headphones: Starting in April, the headphones will get a firmware update that enables lossless audio via the included USB-C cable at up to 24-bit/48kHz. And starting today, Apple is selling a 3.5mm-to-USB-C accessory cable that lets the newest … Read more

Apple could bring real-time translation to AirPods with iOS 19 update

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Table of Contents Table of Contents How it works? Apple is late to the game Apple has lately focused on giving the AirPods more of a wellness-focused makeover than hawking them as plain wireless earbuds. Late last year, the second-gen AirPods Pro landed a Loud Sound Reduction feature, alongside a hearing test system and hearing … Read more

In a bizarre twist, AirPods Pro are cheaper in Canada … for now

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Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, it’s been impossible to escape the headlines around the new tariffs imposed on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese imports to the U.S. (or the many retaliatory tariffs that these countries have imposed on U.S. products). The expectation is that these tariffs will make certain goods more expensive, regardless where … Read more

Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs. Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: which Apple earbuds are best?

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Table of Contents Table of Contents AirPods Pro 2 vs. Powerbeats Pro 2: Price AirPods Pro 2 vs. Powerbeats Pro 2: Specs comparison AirPods Pro 2 vs. Powerbeats Pro 2: Design and fit AirPods Pro 2 vs. Powerbeats Pro 2: Sound quality AirPods Pro 2 vs. Powerbeats Pro 2: ANC and transparency mode AirPods Pro … Read more