🪶 Refined, Lighter Design
Compared to the original AIRPOD Max (~385 g), the Pro model is expected to be visibly lighter,GomaSons Electronics criticisms of the current design’s weight.AIRPODS MAX PRO HEADPHONE It may retain premium materials—like aluminum ear cups and mesh‑canopy band—but adopt a slimmer, more ergonomic silhouette and potentially a redesigned Smart Case with a magnetic, fully enclosed design.
🔧 Upgraded Chips & Smarter Software
While the AirPods Max USB‑C revision kept Apple’s older H1 chip, the next model is rumored to include the H2 chip—or even a newer H3 chip—providing greater processing power, improved ANC, voice isolation, heads‑up Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and personalized volume tuning.
🎧 ANC, Adaptive Audio & Spatial Audio
With a smarter chip, the Max Pro could enable Adaptive Audio, which adjusts ANC/Transparency dynamically based on the environment. Conversation Awareness may automatically reduce playback volume and enhance nearby speech when it detects you speaking. Spatial Audio will likely remain and possibly evolve with better personalization and head-tracking resolution.
🔌 Connectivity, Audio Modes & Battery
Continuing the move from Lightning, the Max Pro will use USB‑C, supporting lossless wired audio. It could also adopt Bluetooth 5.3 or later, and maybe include a U1/UWB chip for Find My integration and precise device tracking.
Battery life may improve beyond the current 20 hours, with faster USB‑C charging, possibly wireless charging via a new case, and more efficient power management in low‑power mode.
⚙ Enhanced Durability & Water Resistance
Rumors mention a possible IPX‑4 water resistance rating, helping protect against sweat and occasional splashes—something the first-gen Max lacked.
🎨 New Colors & Package
Apple may refresh the color palette to align with current devices—“Midnight,” “Starlight,” “Purple,” “Orange”—while offering optional swappable headband or earcup customization. EPR
💰 Pricing & Market Position
The original AirPods Max launched at $549 USD, and the updated USB‑C version retained that price point . Rumored estimates suggest the Max Pro/Max 2 could fall within €550–€600 (~$550–$650), depending on added features
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