Headphones

Apple says AirPods Max with USB-C will get lossless, ultra-low latency audio with upcoming software update

Anthony Bouchard ∙ March 24, 2025

Apple on Monday seeded the release candidate for iOS & iPadOS 18.4, as well as macOS Sequoia 15.4, to developers and public beta testers ahead of the official public release, and according to an announcement made by the Cupertino-based company, some AirPods Max owners can expect quite the upgrade when these updates become available to all Apple device owners next month – indicating an April launch date.

BlueAnt’s new Pump X fitness headphones are ready for the toughest of workouts

Christian Zibreg ∙ February 13, 2025

The new BlueAnt Pump X fitness headphones feature active noise cancellation, IP54 sweat resistance, 34-hour battery life, amplified bass and other perks.

Firmware update 7A294 for AirPods Pro 2 primes them for features in iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11

Anthony Bouchard ∙ Updated September 18, 2024

Apple on Tuesday released a new firmware update for both models of the second-generation AirPods Pro – that’s to say the version with the Lightning-based battery case and the version with the newer USB-C-based battery case. The latest firmware version is now 7A294, which is up from the previous 6F8 firmware.

Should you buy AirPods Max in 2024? No! They’re surprisingly terrible value.

Christian Zibreg ∙ September 10, 2024

At $549, AirPods Max are the most expensive model in the lineup. But they're hopelessly outdated, making them impossible to recommend at this point.

AirPods 4 tech specs

Anthony Bouchard ∙ September 9, 2024

In addition to new iPhones and Apple Watches, Apple announced the all new AirPods 4 in two new variants at the September 9th event.

macOS Sequoia expands custom audio setup with Headphone Accommodations from the iPhone and iPad to the Mac

Christian Zibreg ∙ June 25, 2024

macOS Sequoia expands the Headphone Accommodations feature for AirPods and Beats products from the iPhone and iPad to the Mac.

The new Beats Solo4 headphones bring 50-hour battery, USB-C charging, better sound, Find My integration and more

Christian Zibreg ∙ April 30, 2024

Beats Solo4 feature a 50-hour battery, better sound with head-tracked spatial audio, USB-C charging, Find My support, tap-to-pair on Android and more.

Have easier access to AirPods Pro controls via the volume HUD with AirPodsCompanion

Anthony Bouchard ∙ March 8, 2024

If you regularly use AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, or even certain newer models of Beats headphones, then you’ve undoubtedly gotten comfortable with the seamless integration into iOS and iPadOS that they provide.

Apple updates original AirPods Pro & AirPods (2nd generation) firmware to 6A321

Anthony Bouchard ∙ January 23, 2024

Are you still using a pair of Apple’s original AirPods Pro or AirPods (2nd generation)? If you answered yes to that question, then you may want to be aware of new software updates that Apple released on Tuesday for each of these last-gen wireless earbuds.

Apple pushes yet another firmware update for AirPods Pro 2, now to version 6A305

Anthony Bouchard ∙ October 18, 2023

Just last week, Apple released a minor bug fix firmware update for both models of the AirPods Pro 2 (specifically, both the ones with the Lightning charging case and the USB-C charging case). Now one week later, Apple has released a second firmware update for the same AirPods Pro 2 models.

How to set a lower maximum volume limit on iPhone and iPad to protect your hearing

Ankur Thakur ∙ Updated March 6, 2025

Learn how to set a lower maximum headphone sound level on your iPhone or iPad to protect your ears.

Coming soon from Apple: Beats Studio Pro and Beats Studio Buds+

Christian Zibreg ∙ May 10, 2023

The upcoming Beats Studio Buds+ will drop on May 18, while the new Beats Studio Pro over-ear headphones seem to be still in the works and could arrive a bit later.