The latest AirPods Max firmware that arrived earlier in the week appears to have fixed the issue affecting some units that were plagued with excessive battery drain while in the Smart Case.
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The best Apple AirPods accessories
The AirPods and AirPods Pro are some of the most popular devices with an Apple logo at this point. As such, there's a lucrative accessory market out there for the truly wireless headphones. We've put together a list of the best accessories you can buy now for Apple's AirPods and the AirPods Pro, depending on which option you have. There are cases, different ear tips, wireless transmitter, and many more.
The next AirPods are apparently ready to ship as Apple preps to discontinue AirPods 2
The third-generation regular AirPods are apparently “ready to ship” and will launch probably later this month. And when they arrive, the second-generation model will be discontinued.
AirPods 3 renders from suppliers show a shorter stem and replaceable ear tips
CAD renders of Apple's upcoming AirPods 3 earbuds have popped up online, hinting at changes like a shorter stem and an in-ear design more akin to the AirPods Pro than the regular earbuds.
Apple releases ‘3C39’ firmware update for AirPods Max
Apple has issued a firmware update for its latest AirPods-branded headphones, the over-ear AirPods Max.
Apple may host its first event of 2021 on March 23
With the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, there's an expectation that Apple is going to host digital events throughout the year (just like last year). And, as such, rumors have leaned towards a Spring event where Apple will finally get around to launching products rumored so often to launch in 2020.
Claimed AirPods 3 images hint at shorter stems and other design changes
We heard before that Apple's third-generation AirPods could be getting an AirPods Pro-like design with shorter stems along with a larger in-ear portion. And thanks to newly leaked images, we now have a much better idea of how the AirPods 3 might look like in person.
Second-generation AirPods Pro once again rumored to launch sometime in the first half of 2021
It's possible that Apple has plans to launch a new version of its popular AirPods Pro truly wireless headphones in the near future. The rumor mill certainly has a picture painted for early 2021. And yet another report is here to reiterate that belief.
Headband customization coming? iOS 14.4 can see what headband type AirPods Max are using
The ear cushions on your AirPods Max headphones are easily attached and detached thanks to built-in magnets. A recent teardown analysis has found out that the entire headband can be detached from the headphones without even opening the ear cups. This strongly indicates that the AirPods Max were originally designed with interchangeable headbands in mind.
AirPods Max teardown shows off the premium build inside and out
Late last year, Apple announced the newest member of the AirPods lineup: AirPods Max. The over-ear headphones are not cheap by any means, but, based on the reviews, the headphones are at least comfortable and sound great. But is the premium design present both inside and out?
How to measure headphone audio levels in real-time on iPhone and iPad to protect your hearing
Learn how to check headphone audio levels with a helpful real-time measurement tool available in Control Center on your iPhone or iPad.
How to adjust press speed & press and hold duration for your AirPods Pro and AirPods Max
Learn how to use your iPhone or iPad to change the press speed and press & hold duration for your AirPods stem and AirPods Max Digital Crown.