Apple AirPods Max 2 Headphones Are Here, Powered by the New H2 Chip
Apple has quietly launched its latest over-ear headphones, the AirPods Max 2, which come equipped with a new H2 chip. The second generation of Apple's premium headphones starts at $549 and features enhanced active noise cancellation, live translation, and better sound quality.
According to [4] CNET, the AirPods Max 2 will be available for preorder on March 25 and will ship in early April. The new headphones will also come with an H2 chip that powers a bunch of new features, including AI-powered live translation, which translates speech to your preferred language in real-time.
The AirPods Max 2 will be available in several colors, including space gray, silver, sky blue, pink, green, and yellow. The headphones will also come with a new design that features a more compact and lightweight build.
Apple has not announced any specific features or improvements for the AirPods Max 2, but the new headphones are expected to offer better sound quality and noise cancellation compared to their predecessors.
The AirPods Max 2 will be available for purchase on Apple's website and in Apple Stores starting March 25. Preorders for the headphones will begin on March 25, and shipping will start in early April.
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