'Doubtless the best noise-cancelling iPhone headphones on the planet': I tested AirPods Max 2 and they really are that good — here's why
The AirPods Max 2 are highly praised for their noise-cancelling capabilities and sound quality, making them a top choice for iPhone users. They feature new technology such as the H2 chip, which enhances audio performance and introduces useful features like Live Translation and Adaptive Audio. However, the headphones still lack higher-resolution wireless codecs and have not improved battery life compared to previous models.
- ▪The AirPods Max 2 offer improved active noise cancellation and sound quality.
- ▪They include new features like Live Translation and Adaptive Audio that enhance user experience.
- ▪The headphones still do not support higher-resolution wireless codecs and have a 20-hour battery life.
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TechRadar Verdict Let me be clear: iPhone owners who want comfortable, shut-out-the-world, noise-cancelling over-ears cannot do better than Apple's latest AirPods Max. Despite their largely unchanged looks, they are thoroughly deserving of the AirPods Max 2 moniker. Why? Thanks to the new H2 chip and its computational wizardry, they're punchier sonically, the ANC is better, and the new perks (Live Translation, Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Head Gesture control and the Camera Remote feature, for starters) work seamlessly. Provided you've got a recent iPhone — an iPhone 15 Pro or newer — these box-fresh Apple Intelligence features really make for an excellent, full-bodied music and call-handling experience that does what you want and does it with minimal fuss or button pushing.
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