Apple’s AirPods Max have remained relatively unchanged since their release in late 2020. Despite a 2024 update that added a USB-C port, the high-end headphones have not seen significant improvements. While there have been some software updates, such as wired USB-C lossless audio, the AirPods Max still lack many of the features found in other AirPods models due to their older H1 chips.
Interestingly, Apple’s Beats Studio Pro offers almost all the features of the AirPods Max at a lower price point. This has led to speculation that the current AirPods Max may not see further updates, as they are neither selling well enough to warrant investment nor performing poorly enough to be discontinued.
However, rumors suggest that Apple is working on a lighter version of the AirPods Max, expected to enter mass production in 2027. This potential update could address the headphones’ hefty weight, which is significantly higher than that of competing models like the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless and Sony WH-1000XM.
The move to a lighter design may require substantial changes, potentially signaling a more significant update in 2027. It is hoped that Apple will also upgrade the chip in the AirPods Max to support advanced iOS features present in other models.
While initial reports indicated that Apple had no immediate plans for major updates to the AirPods Max, the landscape may have changed since then. As with any early rumors, it is advisable to approach this information with caution until official confirmation is received.
[The information provided in this article has NOT been confirmed by Apple and may be speculation. Provided details may not be factual. Take all rumors, tech or otherwise, with a grain of salt.]
