Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) reviews the new AirPods Max, Apple's over-ear wireless noise-cancelling headphones. The headphones have a unique design with a stainless steel frame and aluminum ear cups that can be easily removed and replaced. They also feature a digital crown for volume control, similar to the Apple Watch, and a smart case that puts the headphones into an ultra-low power state when closed.
The AirPods Max have a 386-gram weight, making them heavier than other similar headphones. The headphones also come with a USB-C to Lightning cable for charging and do not include an audio cable, which can be purchased separately for $35.
MKBHD notes that the headphones have a high-quality build, but the case is unusual and does not provide much protection. The headphones also lack an on/off button and instead rely on the smart case to turn them off.
The review also compares the AirPods Max to other high-end headphones, such as the Sony XM4s, and notes that the AirPods Max are more expensive and do not offer as many features. However, the AirPods Max may appeal to those looking for a high-end, wireless headphone with Apple's smart features.
Overall, MKBHD concludes that the AirPods Max are a unique and well-built product, but the price may be a barrier for some consumers. A full review of the headphones will be released soon, with a more in-depth look at their sound quality and features.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Apple has released a new pair of over-ear wireless noise-cancelling headphones called AirPods Max.
2. The AirPods Max cost $550.
3. The headphones come in a large box with a smart case.
4. The headphones do not fold or pack down for travel.
5. The smart case is used to turn the headphones off and put them into ultra-low power state.
6. The headphones have a stainless steel flexible frame and aluminum ear cups.
7. The ear cups are magnetic and can be easily removed.
8. The headphones have a digital crown for volume control and an extra noise cancellation button.
9. The headphones have nine microphones for noise cancellation and transparency mode.
10. The headphones are made to be used with iPhones and Apple products.
11. The headphones have features like audio sharing, Siri, and instant pairing.
12. The headphones come with a USB-C to Lightning cable for charging, but no audio cable is included.
13. The headphones weigh 386 grams.
14. The headphones come in five color options: black, silver, light blue, pink, and minty green.
15. The headphones do not have a traditional on/off button, and instead use the smart case to turn off.
16. The headphones have a feature that allows them to automatically go into low power mode after two hours of inactivity.
17. The headphones have dual H1 chips for computing and audio processing.