AirPods Max 2 Debuts with H2 Chip and Adaptive Audio Suite

Apple unveiled AirPods Max 2 powered by a new H2 chip, delivering up to 1.5x better ANC, refined Transparency, and a suite of adaptive listening features (Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Personalized Volume) along with improved Voice Isolation, a higher dynamic range amplifier, and refined Spatial Audio. Bluetooth 5.3 support, Live Translation, and new uses for the Digital Crown and Siri are included, while design, battery life (up to 20 hours), case, and price ($549) remain the same. Orders begin March 25 in the US and 30+ countries, with a launch in early April.