Apple entered the high-end audio segment with the release of AirPods Max, a set of over-the-ear headsets that fused premium sound with edgy design. With technology such as industry-best noise cancellation, transparency mode, and tailored spatial audio, Apple soon established a niche in the high-end headphones segment.

However, while others innovate, Apple appears to be lagging in refining its flagship headphones.

Apple's Upgrades Thus Far

Apart from their release, the AirPods Max have received only incremental upgrades. According to Digital Trends , Apple more recently added support for lossless ultra-low latency audio and Personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking to preserve the immersive listening experience. The update also changed from the Lightning port to a USB-C connector,

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