AirPods Max Review

AirPods Max Review - Revisited

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What early reviewers got wrong about the Apple AirPods Max, what features have been worth it, what downsides still remain and now given the standard price cut the headphones have received, if we think they're worth getting after using for one and half years.
Some of the features we cover include spatial audio, transparency mode, adaptive EQ, noise cancellation, the smart cases' automatic low power mode, battery life, automatic headphones switching, their overall weight, deign and comfort, and we'll compare them to the Bose 700s and Sony WH-1000XM5s.
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0:00 - The smart case
1:50 - Aesthetic & comfort
3:22 - Innovative design decisions
4:27 - Sound quality
6:15 - Noise cancellation & Transparency Mode
7:09 - Mic quality & comparison test
8:10 - Spatial audio
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@JU5TINPDX Жыл бұрын

With an Apple store close by I picked up a pair of the AirPods max expecting that I would likely return them, but I was curious about them. After about 20 minutes of using them I knew I wasn’t going to be returning them. I think they are a great product.

@tundealuko Жыл бұрын

@C4MEL Which 500$ headset is better?

@hannahgibbons7436 Жыл бұрын

@C4MEL what do you know? Your loss our gain 😂

@hannahgibbons7436 Жыл бұрын

@C4MEL Sony are 💩💩💩💩💩💩

@whifftycent Жыл бұрын

@C4MELwait if anything the transparency mode is what the AirPods max are absolutely best at over any other headphone out there.... I have the xm4's and it's hilarious how much better transparency mode is with the AirPods max (and I don't own them just have used them). I'm not disagreeing that the price for the AirPods max is pretty steep which is why I haven't bought them, but they aren't slouching in pretty much any category and would say they are better in quality, sound quality and transparency than most wireless headphones in that range.

@TBC1599 11 ай бұрын

Must have a lot of money to throw around if you just buy a very expensive pair of headphones not knowing whether you will keep them.

@javianjohnson8746 Жыл бұрын

I tried the AirPods Max at an Apple Store and MAN, they sounded incredible! If I every were to go back to over-ear headphones, these would definitely be my choice without a doubt!

@acslater017 Жыл бұрын

I agree, I've had the AirPods Max for 1.5 years and they're one of my favorite things! It's a pleasure to use them for music, movies, podcasts, and meditation. I appreciate the design effort put into the strong metal frame, smoothly telescoping arms, soft headband, comfy and breathable magnetic cups, and controls. Many other headphones have confusingly laid out buttons that transmit obnoxiously loud clicks into your ears. The digital crown and noise cancellation button are simple, discreet, and satisfying to use. It's a small thing but the UI's sound effects (min/max volume reached, digital crown clicking, etc.) are distinct and subtle; my GF's Boses yell "60 PERCENT BATTERY!" every time you put them on. (What designer thought that was OK?!) The Max's noise cancellation is super effective, and the transparency mode is so good I sometimes forget I'm wearing headphones. And of course the AirPods DNA make them super easy to setup and switch devices, with super long range. People balk at the price tag, but it's much better than buying $200 Boses and not quite being happy, buying another set of $300 Boses and not being happy, etc. I really enjoy using the AirPods Max nearly every day, and I can see myself using them regularly for several more years. I understand $549 isn't for everyone but when a product checks 99% of the boxes like this I'm not fretting over $100 or however much less people think it should cost.

@makima555 Жыл бұрын

The sound effects are really really nice, I appreciate them every time they appear

@jagjeet_chandok Жыл бұрын

Not all people have a 550 usd budget and in india it was launched for 800 usd and I buyed xm4 for 200 usd a fourth of cost then 800 usd and man its god lvl

@acslater017 Жыл бұрын

@@jagjeet_chandok yes I acknowledged as much. I’m glad you found something that works for you.

@prabhsaransinghvirk5408 Жыл бұрын

Hey. Do you use these for gaming as well ? I was thinking to buy these for casual gamimg. Also do let me know about mic quality and calling experience

@CanalDoRaphaelDeLio Жыл бұрын

Yes, thats why I’m getting them as well. Tired of buying multiple headphones that don’t quite get there.

@arondyte318 Жыл бұрын

I love my Airpods Max so much that I end up using them even over my wired options (DAC + Amp included). Though they don’t get as loud, the sound quality is pretty spot on. Like you said, I absolutely love the case idea since it makes it easier to move around with as it doesn’t take up so much space in a backpack and similar bags (The bulky cases of my older wireless headphones actually discouraged me from using them as it actually becomes a hassle travelling with them because not only they eat so much space, fiddling with the zippers and the like just makes it annoying over time if you only have a few minutes to commit in listening to music etc.). Spatial Audio, Spatialize Stereo, Dolby Atmos and the S-Tier Transparency mode are just icing on the cake for a well rounded package not only for music but also for video consumption and productivity. Lastly, the seamless integration with iOS and Mac devices just sealed the deal for me. The only issue for me is battery life. If they fix that in the next version, it’s gonna be another sure fire purchase for me.

@mkaufman2011 Жыл бұрын

Been using a pair this last week and comparison to my Beats Studio 3 they are night and day and love the clarity in the AirPod max.

@cecilereyna Жыл бұрын

Well I only agree on the noise cancelling and transparency mode, they're superb. But the "case" is still not practical, the battery life is weak because of the lack of a power button since other headphones can last as long as you turn them off after use which in the case of Sony's is automatic. Airpods Max miss many features like wind noise reduction, ability to map the buttons, in the case of Sony LDAC and Dolby Atmos support on any app (not restricted to Apple Music) and DSEE Extreme which is really cool for local files. In terms of sound quality, Airpods Max are really bright which is great for indie and pop music but sounds horrible with other genres, Sony's are more balanced and finally mic quality is equal compared to others. If you're an Apple user like you, of course they're the best option because of the ecosystem, that's all. They're not the best on everything.

@Ciqaeda Жыл бұрын

when your comment is so valid it gets a like by the creator himself

@VaydaladaVodalada Жыл бұрын

There is no way you talked about sound quality being horrible and then brought up Sony’s wireless offerings with their horrendous bass. They are the worst wireless headphones out there. At least call them horrible compared to some legitimate audiophile headphones.

@aavnpn Жыл бұрын

agreed, the case is terrible. and that's coming from someone who has owned these headphones for a year. it doesn't protect the most fragile part of the airpods and it sucks to travel with.

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou Жыл бұрын

@@aavnpn The case isn't meant for travel. It's meant to sit on your desk.

@turdFerguson565 Жыл бұрын

Exactly! The case is stupid. A case is meant to protect considering they're well over $500. They should be waterproof or at least water resistant, but they're not even that and the case isn't even really a case to protect against water damage. I don't know why this guy's making a fuss about other reviewers. Only reason I could come up with is that Apple said" Hey, Why don't you tell everyone that the case was great?"

@EddyGraphic Жыл бұрын

I have a pair and wasn’t the biggest fan of the case but your reasoning for liking it is on point, I never thought of it that way but indeed they’re way easier to put in/ take out of the case as well as keeping the adjustment I’ve already made.

@clintgolub1751 Жыл бұрын

I thought this too. Not having a power button is something I’ve literally never thought of consciously before, but yeah it takes out another small hindrance to just enjoying your music/podcasts.

@TBC1599 11 ай бұрын

Looks quite cheap though - similar material to the smart covers on iPads which notoriously peeled.

@clintgolub1751 Жыл бұрын

I’ve come to not just accept the ‘smart case’ of the AirPod Max’s but honestly appreciate how slim it is since I keep the headphones in the back passenger pocket of my vehicle when I head to work in the morning. Also your point of not having a power button is something I’ve never really considered but is really pleasant as ‘just working’. Beautiful experience, really.

@zheeribrahim7089 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, i finally collected enough money to get these just a couple days ago, and I’ve been watching reviews all day for the past few days and they all confused me because almost none of them provided long term review, thank you so much, i’ll get my pair tonight.

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

Of course, I’m glad you found the review helpful and let me know how you like them when you get your pair. - Josh

@zheeribrahim7089 Жыл бұрын

@@6MonthsLater I’ve been using mine for like 3 days now and they’re amazing, but for the first 2 days i was using Spotify, which tricked me into thinking that the quality of the airpods max aren’t 550$ worth, but when I started using apple music my perspective changed immediately, this headphone really started to show it’s true color and how great it can be, I simply cannot be more satisfied with a pair of headphones, however I think that the transparency on the airpods pro are better and more in contact with your ears, not the noise canceling tho. -zheer

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou Жыл бұрын

@쿠키가맛있네 There's no such thing.

@DagmaraKrakow Жыл бұрын

I tried so hard to hate my AirPods Max! I bought multiple Bose and Sonys and Jabras hoping they would steal my heart (and ears) and save me some money but nothing really came close to the quality of AirPods Max. So I sent them all back and now love my AirPods Max. For all the reasons you mentioned.

@phonepup06 Жыл бұрын

The AirPods max seem to have great sound quality, transparency, and ANC. People making points about the case being and for travel, especially early on seemed a bit exaggerated; we were still in mid bad stage pandemic. You made a really good point about it being good for home use. The weight is also probably not too big of a deal for using them while doing work or something stationary; of course these aren’t really work out headphones.

@derek1258 Жыл бұрын

I just bought my AirPods Max three days ago. It was a huge toss up between them and the Sony XM5s, mainly due to price point. But I bit the bullet and pulled the trigger on the Max’s. Being that these are my first pair of over-ear headphones that I’ve owned since the Beats Solo 2, I can say that I am absolutely blown away by these. I don’t find the weight to be an issue at all, I love how sleek they are compared to most other over-ear headphones and the ANC/transparency modes are incredible. I think think the Smart Case is a great concept, but I do plan to purchase an aftermarket hard case for traveling. The battery life isn’t much of an issue for me since I don’t find myself wearing them all day everyday. I fully charged them the night I got them and as I’m writing this comment, I still have about a third of my battery life left. These AirPods Max get a 10 out of 10 in my book! 👌🏼

@baudrictan482 Жыл бұрын

I heard that airpod max 2 would be coming out soon? Correct me if I'm wrong but I'm eager to get the airpod max as well. Going to wait a little just incase the airpod max 2 comes out during the q4 of this year.

@freedownes9166 Жыл бұрын

@@baudrictan482 doing the exact same as you!!!

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

It’s very unlikely they’ll be released at this point in 2022. While it’s possible given Apple released them very late in 2022, there haven’t been a ton of rumors or leaks surrounding a second gen version to signal a release is imminent. If it were me, I’d probably buy the Max if you find it on a good sale or don’t want to wait another 6 months+ for a new version. - Josh

@Jake-zc3fk Жыл бұрын

Do these headphones have a wire between ears that carry the signal from one ear to the other? Or do they send a signal through your head from one side to the other?

@CharliePryor Жыл бұрын

Been wanting to set up a home theater in our basement centered around our LG CX. Brilliant picture, especially in a room that's pitch black. But for audio, our room is a bit tricky, as there's very limited space for a good position for speakers. Enter this idea: getting 2 pairs of these Airpods Max. I'm held back only by a single factor, and it isn't price, since the audio system I was going to get was going to cost about $1K before installation anyways. What I'm held back on.. is that Spatial audio doesn't work when you are sending sound to two airpods max at once. So when my wife and I want to share that amazing cinema experience... it doesn't appear as though we'll be able to enjoy that surround sound together with these.

@isaacwutkee11 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing a long-term review. I agree with nearly all your points. I have had my pair for about a year now, and I love them. I use them almost daily and never ever have a problem with them or a regret about them, even switching seamlessly between my several devices. I have traveled plenty and literally never have an issue shoving them into my backpack - they feel protected by the case and have never been damaged. Also, these are honestly extremely low-profile. It blows my mind. How did them make them so thin? Most of the size is the ear pads. I have no problem using them for meetings, but they do pick up the voices of the people around me a little easier than I wish they did. But all around, I love these headphones.

@mr88cet Жыл бұрын

How does they automatic device switching work? Does it switch to a different device any time any activity occurs on that device? Any time there’s audio playback involved? So, if I’m watching something on my AppleTV, and I pick up my iPhone to read Email (or whatever), will it switch me away from the AppleTV? Or regardless of what switches headphone focus away from my AppleTV, when does it switch back? Also, what happens to the AppleTV audio if I switch it over to my iPhone? Does it continue play over speakers? Does AppleTV playback pause?

@giovannipaese7925 Жыл бұрын

Please edit *the clicking sound the metal earcups make when taking them out of the case* back in thank you

@s.tunafish Жыл бұрын

What would be really interesting is, how do they compare with the sennheiser momentum 4. Because I’m crossshopping these right now.

@super_hero2 Жыл бұрын

Your point on the smart case is completely flawed. With normal headphone, there is no need to put it back to the case every time you use it. The only time you would put it on the case is when you travel. So the whole thing about readjusting the headphone is mute. Sure you don't have to put the APM to the case every time either but this will cause your battery to drain faster and if you travel, you gonna need to buy a real case or have a special compartment in your bag for the APM.

@oeduardopontes Жыл бұрын

Another stellar job, and this is why you are my favourite channel. I fully endorse every single word on this review. I'd say that today the AirPods Max might be my greatest lock in into the Apple ecosystem.

@SaiyaW Жыл бұрын

I agree, if you use headphones as much as I do, the case is an after thought, the only time my headphones are off is when I’m asleep, all i really care about is audio quality and since getting my ipad with my iphone the way they all interact is just so much more convenient not having to disconnect and reconnect them when switching devices

@eddi3401 Жыл бұрын

Been wanting to try these out and also to use on consoles

@pedroaugustosv Жыл бұрын

Amazing video! The best part was your very good musical taste 🤩😂👏🏻

@yannisgk Жыл бұрын

happy to hear (from a young person especially), that the smart cover is good!!!i love these headphones and Apple overall!!!keep on like this!!!

@bill3117 Жыл бұрын

As an Airpods Max user I have to admit I have made fun of the case. But the ease of use, you point out, is a quite fair assessment. The sound quality is very good for BT. I do feel it is wise to replace the ear pads after a year or more of use. I was losing sound quality until I did that. Note, I can't wait to see version 2 should there ever be one. I hope there is some kind of actual lossless supported in a new version, but would that not need a source upgrade too?

@hannahgibbons7436 Жыл бұрын

You don’t need to replace the ear cups that frequently! 😂

@olekristian1 Жыл бұрын

Very good and honest review! :)

@bluetran1 Жыл бұрын

Great review

@heeeeey1121 9 ай бұрын

i have dt 990 pro do it sounds better than airpods max?

@cdot.8492 Жыл бұрын

I think they are great for the Apple ecosystem. I use them in the office for the transparency. Great for the Apple TV to watch movies and tv with. Walking in and out the house. They’re heavy yet doesn’t overheat your ears. They stay in position. For music at home I put on my Xm4’s.

@ElijahPlus_Media Жыл бұрын

I've experienced AirPods Max for about two years now... ABSOLUTELY LOVE! I had a the green pair but then sold so I can get the space gray. But honestly, even though I do need this but I would love to get ALL the colors, one because I can use with different outfits, have family use them for share play and extra. I hope  makes a Midnight color! I also make a video on my longterm review on my opinions as well

@lowlowseesee Жыл бұрын

yeah i would spend that money on instruments and just keep one pair of maxes lol. however if you got money like that then fuck it, do whatever

@vPeteWalker Жыл бұрын

Great video. I think you've convinced me to give these a shot, but I would like to wait for their next iteration, esp. considering how expensive they are. Thanks a ton.

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@askeeter84 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been torn too. I wanted to try them but iffy on some features due to the cost. I’ve always stuck with my nose. AirPod pros don’t stay in my ears and irk them. I’ve stuck with my regular AirPods, I’m a Spotify user so it made me feel like I was going to lose out a bit. Thinking about giving these a try with the next iteration.

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou Жыл бұрын

There may never be a next iteration.

@bajanking43 Жыл бұрын

Whatever happened to the condensation issues that were reported when these first came out?

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou Жыл бұрын

Nothing. It was much ado about nothing.

@thomasmosch8113 Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you, I wear them very often, also when I‘m outside and never had the feeling my head would fall off, because of theit weight

@properfpv7160 Жыл бұрын

I like mine a lot. I have a stand on my desk that puts them to sleep. The only thing I wish is they had wireless charging on the stand so I could just set them on it and it would charge without having to plug them in. I use them for talking on the phone, watching TV or if I want better fidelity in my music, etc. the NFC makes me 100% isolated and transparency mode can work as hearing aids to boost frequencies I have hearing damage in. For the win. Will be getting the new version when they come out. 👍👍

@rockinggal 6 ай бұрын

I just got mine and can’t wait to be using it. I’m finally jumping in to Apple’s Eco System. And I love how well balanced sounding the AirPods Max is.

@mauricegold9377 Жыл бұрын

I'd love a comparison between the Airpods max and good wired headphones. Mt present headphones are the Grado 325i which are excellent. They do have very heavy cabling though. Any plans, choosing good-quality 'phones soon?

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou Жыл бұрын

Why compare two completely different products? May as well compare it to a slice of cheesecake.

@kingbucketz182 Жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve loved these things since I bought them last summer. I’ve never even had an issue with condensation like others have.

@hannahgibbons7436 Жыл бұрын

Me neither

@wins_lord Жыл бұрын

There is more data sent to the device with Lossless. As to it being audible or not that is entirely subjective. Placebo or not, there are certainly those that feel it is better to get Lossless to the device. I was told exactly that by somebody inside Apple who is pretty high up in charge of the AirPods Max.

@TheJabedoya01 Жыл бұрын

great video, thanks for making it

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it!

@nathanfife2890 Жыл бұрын

But like I would argue the case isn't really a case, it's more like a wrapper. In falling example like, I'm not sure if the open Sony case or the closed application would provide more protection...

@06bostonguy Жыл бұрын

You’re absolutely right about the Smart Case , I do love it that you just slide the headphones out so easy, no need to turn them on or off, it does protect the most vulnerable part of the headphones ( earcups ) from scratches, it functions just like the other AirPods. I actually love the Smart Case .

@TheCoheedIndeed Жыл бұрын

His example of leaving the others in a hard case unzipped but you may drop them makes no sense though. You could drop the max on the floor in the case and I have and the are very likely to get damaged astheticaly. They also clink together easily due to weight of the earcups.

@ggproductions7078 Жыл бұрын

but you have to take the smart case from room to room with you or from desk to sofa? Why? It makes no sense.

@alanl9497 Жыл бұрын

Great genuine review! If I decide to connect my airpods max via a cable to my iPad will I still get the lossless feature? 🤔

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

I don’t believe it’s full lossless because of the conversion that happens over a wired connection but it’s very close. There’s been a lot of debate on that in the forums, but it should sound better than using them over a wireless connection regardless. - Josh

@user-no7yw8fq2y 5 ай бұрын

So if I use Spotify they won’t sound as good??

@dustinbyerley7226 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love my airpods max. Best headphones I’ve ever had. Great for gaming wireless also.

@heeeeey1121 9 ай бұрын

good for gaming? , it is have any delay

@aaroncenter6384 4 ай бұрын

It took me a long while to figure this out. • temperature when you put them on is important. if the headphones are at room temperature of 73º, and you put them on your head, the temperature difference when placing them on your head is what can create unwanted condensation • use a small area heater to "warm" the metal of the cup up to 88° or so, before placing them on your head will greatly reduce the condensation buildup the most recent firmware has been astounding and near silent.

@Devo_gx Жыл бұрын

The Lossless icon says you're streaming lossless audio from Apple Music; not that your listening device is getting that lossless audio. Even the cheapest Bluetooth earbuds would show that Lossless icon.

@tawandanyirongo1478 Жыл бұрын

Wish I had these

@mr88cet Жыл бұрын

Great summary of features! Thanks a bunch. I _think_ I recall that Apple made a follow-on AirPods Max. How do the features compare (possibly a topic for a new video)?

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

They have not actually, these are still the ones they still have on the market. There are rumors for a second gen but those likely won't hit till 2024 at the earliest according to most rumors I've seen. - Josh

@mr88cet Жыл бұрын

@@6MonthsLater, good info. Thanks!

@jjr334 2 ай бұрын

Best AirPods Max review ever. Very grateful

@everettvincent1688 Жыл бұрын

Still love mine, they’re incredible in every way. Btw, AppleCare+ saved my life with these after the og pair took a hard fall.

@Placebo201 Жыл бұрын

These cans r the ultimate flex for introverts in public. Put these on and immediately drown out the environment. Stacie’s can’t compete. U look fly af too. These reminded me of the beats back in the glory days when they were still cool. People in their earpods meanwhile u got the max… straight stuntin

@espiri2_ Жыл бұрын

The glory days beats were great haha. The Og Solos had so much colorway to choose from

@parthaditya7840 Жыл бұрын

Man mine already broke. But I had no problem with the smart case.

@Kevdog1920 Жыл бұрын

I would love to try spatial audio but I don’t have the beats fit pros which I wanted

@bfree45 Жыл бұрын

Any two channel pair of headphones (any pair ever) can implement spatial audio via Dolby atmos on Apple Music. You just have to check the option for Dolby Atmos to “always on” in settings. There is nothing special in beats or AirPods Max that allow spatial audio, it has to do with your playback device and a specific way of presenting the sound. The thing AirPods Max do, that others don’t, is head tracking while playing spatial audio/Dolby atmos. But trust me, you can turn this feature on and use it with any pair of headphones. It’s actually not that great and makes music sound worse IMO. You can immediately tell most music have had this applied after the fact. It’s really a gimmick for anything except a nice speaker array. Headphones have two channels, right and left. Music mixed specifically for two channels (a stereo signal) is what will sound best on a pair of headphones, always will. Atmos just uses a codec to add space and depth to a mix but… that mix is then delivered to your headphones with… you guess it, two channels. It’s basically using a virtual space to trick your ears that something is placed further away, etc. the problem is… it just doesn’t sound as good as stereo and never will. With a large speaker array the sound literally can move between the various 5.1 or 7.1 channels and actually make a difference, but for headphones it’s really just a gimmick.

@StavrOgnev Жыл бұрын

As an IT specialist (not a coder), I'm using headphones up to 12 hours a day. And AirPods max looks like good option for me... But for unthinkable marketing reasons they didn't. My PC for work and entertainment is either Windows (11, Server 2022) or Linux (Debian, Ubuntu, Steam OS) - depending on task and location. You can't manage mixed (MS, VMware, KVM) hypervisors from MacOS. You can't play games without Steam. You can't select multiple sound outputs for different tasks (so to not miss a call or event alert when afk) on MacOS. Also, you can't use 4+ monitors to monitoring, code editing, ongoing call/webinar, browser documentation page and remote session. Yeah, you can switch tasks on 2 monitors. But by doing this, you'll lose all context, time and eventually made a mistake. Also, tasks will take 20%+ longer time. My daily phone is Android for more than 10 years. Because I don't really need a phone, I need a handheld PC in my pocket. But this "pc" is still my main way to read books on-the-go, watch youtube, listen to music, receive calls. I love apple products, my wife, kid and friends use iPhones, iPads, iPods and MacBooks, that I either bought or recommended them. Because their they are excellent for their niches. Not for my work or entertainment, though. And all cool AirPods functionality totally lost on Android, Windows and Linux. Without any chance that I'll switch on Mac/Pad/i(OS) ecosystem in observable feature. So, it's out of my understanding, why Apple keep product, that can sell to me (and many thousands of PC+Android users), locked in their ecosystem? Just because they scared, that someone reverse-engineer their driver and find out, what their "lossless"-like magic really is?

@JunkionMarnot2005 Жыл бұрын

That first point…..brilliant. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@ryze8729 Жыл бұрын

I want to buy them but I don't really use many apple products cuase I prefer android and windows so should I still get it or is it not worth it

@saidakil7033 Жыл бұрын

Not worth

@mr88cet Жыл бұрын

4:47 - I interpret the “lossless” icon in Apple Music to only describe the *_recording_* quality and not the connection to your device. So, if (and only if) you have a lossless connection to your iPhone or whatever, then you will hear uncompressed, lossless audio.

@kevinmin9931 Жыл бұрын

i was deciding between xm5 and air pod max. i ended buying the air pod max. I feel like I made the right decision

@theyeshhh Жыл бұрын

I would love to buy one but not in the near future because there are rumours that Apple might release new headphones. Gonna wait for that.

@hannahgibbons7436 Жыл бұрын

There isn’t

@MylesKillis Жыл бұрын

You’re gonna say the same thing when the next one’s release

@cjhards Жыл бұрын

Decent headphones with unbeatable build quality for price point. Great sound makes this product the one to get. I don’t like apples plastic products, but with this model they almost exceeded all expectations. Until transparency button began misbehaving! Moments later, nothing. Didn’t respond or work!! After 10 days they were returned to Amazon & a new set were sent out. So far, so good. ✌️🤓

@casualintrovert207 Жыл бұрын

The ratio on this video is 1.4K likes to 1.2K dislikes, even though the comments seem to be mainly positive, which is weird. Either way, I love my APMs. They sound amazing, the noise cancelling is top of its class and they're very comfy. The only thing I don't like is that they do cause my ears to get sweaty if i'm in a space that isn't cool enough.

@bjornreichert1401 Жыл бұрын

I would like to agree, but I can't. I don't like to wear them a lot because on my bold head they are NOT comfortable. After 10 minutes they start to press to hard against my head, leaving marks on the skin. After 30 minutes they start to give me pain. Maybe they are just not right for my head - the Bose Quiet Comfort were perfect for me, I could wear them hours. But only Apple has the great spatial audio feature for movies, which I like a lot. So mostly I have to use the Beats Fit Pro for movies, though the Max sound a lot better.

@saulslowik395 Жыл бұрын

Anything sound related is so subjective. The ANC was garbage for me, especially on a long flight.

@canosisplays5152 Жыл бұрын

I still want these. Especially for watching media on Apple TV.

@luisvene7 Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot m8!

@ASHtonHardy_ Жыл бұрын

I’ve been debating getting them for over a year now and think I’m going to just go for it for Black Friday. I have AirPods 2nd generation and they’re great, I’ll keep using them, but I’ve been wanting an over the ear option and these seem like the best choice for me. Thank you for your video, a lot of great info

@tokyo4691 Жыл бұрын

i’m also waiting for black friday, i’m scared they won’t go on sale tho

@theturdman Жыл бұрын

So we all got the same idea lmao

@kayceeare393 Жыл бұрын

@@tokyo4691 so far the cheapest I’ve seen is $449. I doubt it goes down any more. I think I’m just going to go ahead and get them

@tokyo4691 Жыл бұрын

@@kayceeare393 thats not a sale they been that price on amazon for a while now

@kayceeare393 Жыл бұрын

@@tokyo4691 well, they’re not going any lower and that price is everywhere, not just Amazon.

@Megakaka71 Жыл бұрын

Bought these a few days ago and watching for confirmation bias.

@oblivion4527 Жыл бұрын

So I bought the iPhone 14 pro max space grey and just bought the AirPods Max space grey to match. Here in Canada they cost me in total after taxes $870. I appreciate the review they will be showing up on Sunday I just hope they are what everyone hyped them up to be which is overall quality. I use headphones most of the day and am really hoping on the sound performance and overall comfort of the Apple headset. I believe with this review I am making the right choice and am very confident in my purchase now.

@thevyhndrxx Жыл бұрын

I just ordered a pair and they are being delivered tomorrow, this video reassures my purchase I wonder how it is with weight lifting. Thank you great review

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

Of course! For weight lifting, I wouldn’t recommend them for any gym activity, they’re not sweat or water resistant, and they will likely feel heavy when doing something like a bench press. - Josh

@thevyhndrxx Жыл бұрын

@@6MonthsLater thank you! I also found different accessories to be able to be used at a gym I’m gonna try them out at some point

@Kyubi2345 Жыл бұрын

I put this headphones on and they're absolutely fantastic but I'm not an over the ear headphones guy. As much as I love how these sound and feel...they're just not for me. In ear headphones are better for me.

@3handle Жыл бұрын

good point about the case

@LeziLexi Жыл бұрын

I really didn’t see the point of having AirPod Maxs I thought they were cool but I’d never buy them, then I tried on a pair today and tried the noise cancellation and transparency mode and I’m sold. I need a pair.

@skyhigh8644 Жыл бұрын

You missed 2 major issues 3 if you include the case but you did address this, 1. No on/off button unheard of but of course leave it to Apple and 2. No USB-C again leave it to Apple leaving out another head scratching decision.

@codythep Жыл бұрын

I picked up a pair of these boys for $240 on FB marketplace. Absolute deal of the century.

@hayleyharrison5127 Жыл бұрын

I have them and I have a love hate relationship with them. Mostly love because the design and the sound quality and the transparency/noise cancelling is all best in class. The negative for me is the battery, lack of power button, and the fact that I can’t use them wired without purchasing the additional cable. It makes them so inconvenient to use with my desktop and for $550 these headphones should do it all.

@cemops8660 Жыл бұрын

can't you use any headphone cable?

@hayleyharrison5127 Жыл бұрын

@@cemops8660 no lol, it has no headphone jack. A regular lightning cable will not work either, though that would have been smart. You have to buy apple’s proprietary $50 lightning to headphone jack cable. I went to the Apple Store to buy it and the employees were like “we don’t make that” and I had to show them the product page lol.

@alexanderolafsson4709 Жыл бұрын

The amount of taste shown in the music in this video 😫👀

@ravioli0239 Жыл бұрын

my issue with the airpods max case is that i don't use a case with my headphones at all and therefore dont want to carry around this thing just so they turn off

@asdf51501 Жыл бұрын

I use my AirPods Max for audiobooks in bed at night. Why these over my XM4s? 2 reasons: First, with the Sonys at night my random moving around in bed meant that I’d periodically hit the touch sensitive controls to unpredictable effect. Secondly, I find that my ears don’t get as hot and sweaty with the AirPods over time.

@umok6243 Жыл бұрын

THANK - YOU !!!!! OMG THE CASE IS NOT THAT BAD DAAAAAMNNN!!!

@darren5440 11 ай бұрын

How do you connect them to your tv to watch a film ? Is it by Bluetooth

@6MonthsLater 11 ай бұрын

Yep, exactly, they’ll connect via Bluetooth.

@malnesium5345 10 ай бұрын

Just Wait till Ur airpod max headband worn out

@Swolteam Жыл бұрын

What the hell kinda music you listen to bro.

@Podcastforthewin Жыл бұрын

I was just about to comment that. I think this guy is your typical pop listening 20 something year old. Maybe 30? He should grow his music library.

@adms1792 Жыл бұрын

i was so hyped about them UNTIL the mic

@jub8891 6 ай бұрын

sorry but its not about size but weight.. the airpods max are 348g compared to the sonys which are only 254g .. for long term listening that makes a big difference..

@JimiJamma Жыл бұрын

Hey, I know you’re disappointed with the AirPod Max not supporting high-bandwidth audio via Bluetooth. But, there is a way to listen to Lossless by using an Apple Lightning to headphone adapter and Apple’s 2-way audio to Lightning cable.

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou Жыл бұрын

I tried that and couldn't hear any difference. Then again, I wasn't listening to Apple Music.

@JimiJamma Жыл бұрын

@@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou Apple Music supports Lossless audio and has to be enabled in settings. You won’t hear the difference unless you are using a wired pair of headphones with Apple Music

@JustLearning Жыл бұрын

We are all different. I charge my AirPods Max everyday. It is too easy to get low or no power on them if you charge them arbitrarily. At work my co workers would come to me and ask me to charge their ipods and iPhones because they forgot to charge them at home. I never understood this when they could put them to charge as soon as they got home. Even if you did listen to the AirPods Max for 20 hours, you still have four hours left to charge them. We are all different to be sure.

@carlosm14 Жыл бұрын

They're good but the lack of a hi res Bluetooth codec is a deal breaker for me...

@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou Жыл бұрын

Most people can't even discern the difference.

@mickeygarcia2331_ Жыл бұрын

I just don’t like the weight. They’re pretty heavy. But, for some good listening sessions, they’re good.

@lingivey36 Жыл бұрын

But do I get these now… or.. wait it out for max 2 whenever that comes

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

Depends on how long you’re willing to wait. Based on rumors it doesn’t appear a newer version is on the way anytime soon. Maybe new colors within a year but that seems about it. Though you never know, Apple could surprise everyone. - Josh

@lingivey36 Жыл бұрын

@@6MonthsLater Thanks, if a new one isn’t announced at the next event I’ll go with these. Your review helped a lot

@lowgen0 Жыл бұрын

Ive had this for half a year and yea I wouldn’t recommend. Theres a bug where it only plays out of one side. To fixe you have to go to the sound settings and readjust. This gets annoying when you have to re adjust every time you connect to your macbook. Looking online it looks like a log people have this issue. Its so bad that someone wrote software to adjust this but with the new macos the software isn’t working anymore and it’s showing as balanced when clearly its not. The automatic switching was also so bad i had to turn it off. It would aggressively switch back to my iPhone when i was on my mac and i would have to manually switch it.

@mennodemunter8592 Жыл бұрын

i have this with my AirPods Pro, but it did go away after some time and restarting my Mac.

@cargath Жыл бұрын

I did love the AirPods Max - until the head detection stopped working and they wouldn't turn on anymore (maybe an actual power button would help here?). I had them repaired multiple times and even replaced entirely, but this issue always returned after a few weeks. It seems like they are very fragile when it comes to sweat that naturally occurs when wearing headphones for longer periods of time. Maybe it's just me, but i've never had this issue with other bluetooth headphones. It's a shame, because otherwise they are fantastic, especially when it comes to sound quality. I hope Apple will improve upon this design and the next iteration is going to be more sturdy, but i suspect they will be going the way of the HomePod.

@Franciscovicentejr Жыл бұрын

Have you tried to reset the headset? You can reset AirPods Max to factory settings. Press and hold the noise control button and the Digital Crown for 15 seconds, until the LED flashes amber, then white

@juliet4093 Жыл бұрын

Actually a button would be more prone to failure than immovable sensors

@yesyes-om1po Жыл бұрын

@@juliet4093 That doesn't make sense, a button is a button, the sensors are connected to a circuit board that controls power. Apple's "solution" is convoluted, not innovative, and is no more than a gimmick than an actual feature you'd care about. The fact that you have to put these in a stupid little pouch in order to turn them "off", and evenso, they aren't fully off because of more of Apple's gimmicks that stay on. It all just works until it doesn't, and then you have no recourse but to return them or get them fixed.

@MylesKillis Жыл бұрын

It’s just you cause I run with them regularly at the beach and I jump rope with them daily and mine have worked fine for the last year and a half.

@DarkAkaike Жыл бұрын

Justifying the lack of a power off button really makes me question the integrity of the entire review. The thing is that my xm3 spends most of the time out of the case. Why waste time when they are safe around my neck or at home where they have a space?

@rupamede Жыл бұрын

After one year of using your AirPods Max, did you have to replace the ear cushions yet?

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

No actually, but I did clean them with some distilled water and dish soap so get some hair product that had built up on them over time -Josh

@CanalDoRaphaelDeLio Жыл бұрын

People will always resist change at first and not truly realize the benefits of it after some time

@Vexterian Жыл бұрын

Ok, I am buying the Airpod Max after watching this. Apple should pay for your video review , it's so convincing.

@rubydoo3307 7 ай бұрын

I find I love the AirPods Max being heavy, for the price tag it better be premium, and after a few years I'm glad they have buttons since my Sony's touch stopped working and the ear cup broke, one drop from my desk and $400 headphones became useless. I learnt from this that you gotta pay to have something that lasts at least 5-6 years. Of course headphones are subjective, so try them all and pick your favourite. But this wins for me, I can see why we don't have a new version almost 3 years later.

@votdfak Жыл бұрын

How are they brilliant without 3.5 analog audio? You cannot use them without battery juice? That's not brilliant.

@Openwrt2023 Жыл бұрын

I am trying to choose between Sony and Apple. The microphone sounds much better with Sony, but it makes my ears warm and uncomfortable after about 30 minutes of wearing them, so I am leaning toward the Apple. I have Sony XM3 and believe the XM5 has the same issue. I am still debating.

@6MonthsLater Жыл бұрын

For ear comfort, I’ve found the AirPods Max is more comfortable than the XM5s (which we’re currently reviewing for a 6 Months Later video). I’d def go with the Max - Josh

@nicholasjacobs3862 Жыл бұрын

I would 1000% buy the max's again if they came out with a lightweight plastic version. The all metal design looks great, but causes myself and my gf bad neck pain for extended use.

@yesno9834 Жыл бұрын

Man up.

@nicholasjacobs3862 Жыл бұрын

@@yesno9834 why would I spend $500 on headphones made for comfort, that aren't comfortable? its not about "manning up" its just a bad design choice

@yesno9834 Жыл бұрын

@@nicholasjacobs3862 It’s entirely about manning up.

@hannahgibbons7436 Жыл бұрын

They are lovely and comfortable. Don’t give me neck pain 😂

@mrdextrous355 7 ай бұрын

I’m glad I never bought a pair since I bought the AirPods Pro 2 sec gen. I’ve compared the two and the AirPods Pro edge it for me because of little tweaks like improvements on special audio and adapative noise control the h2 chip and price amongst other things. I’ll wait for the second gen AirPods Pro max as I really want to own a pair anyway

@ProfSfcs 8 ай бұрын

I absolutely love mine! I’m extremely finicky with my technology and my AirPods Max do not disappoint at all! I have no issues whatsoever with the case either. Let’s keep in mind that life is full of having to make adjustments. In conclusion O have no regrets in my purchase!