“Maximum luxury, but should Apple have strayed from the formula more?”
Publisher score: 4/5
$549 · Apple H2 · 5 months old
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“Maximum luxury, but should Apple have strayed from the formula more?”
Publisher score: 4/5
“Strong ANC and premium build, though the familiar design and high price temper the upgrade.”
Publisher score: 7.8/10 · 3mo ago
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“The pricey AirPods Max 2 may not seem like much of an upgrade from their predecessor. But the changes are significant and impressed me enough to award the headphones a CNET Editors' Choice award.”
Publisher score: 9.1/10
“Apple AirPods Max 2 take everything from the originals and multiply it by 100. The sound quality, features, and design are now industry-leading.”
Publisher score: 4.5/5 · 5mo ago
“Better late than never: the H2-powered AirPods Max 2 adds Adaptive Audio, lossless USB-C audio and stronger ANC.”
Publisher score: 87/100 · 5mo ago
“The AirPods Max 2 don't quite deliver what they should - battery life and case issues remain plus the price is high”
Publisher score: 4/5
“Apple’s over-ear headphones get the H2 chip and a new built-in amp for better sound and ANC along with new features, but they’re still heavy and expensive.”
Publisher score: 8/10 · 5mo ago
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Open Mac To iPhoneGood review strength, but compare deals before buying. 83/100 at $549. Uses the lowest in-stock retailer price we can see.
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