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My experience
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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I am absolutely blown away by the AirPods Max! These headphones have completely transformed my listening experience. The sound quality is exceptional—rich, clear, and balanced across all frequencies. The deep bass, crisp highs, and clear mids make every song feel like a live performance. I was honestly surprised by how immersive the audio is, and it’s hard to go back to any other headphones after hearing these.
The noise cancellation is a game-changer. It’s incredibly effective at blocking out distractions, whether I’m on a noisy commute or in a busy café. With Transparency mode, I can seamlessly switch to hearing my surroundings when needed, which adds to the overall convenience.
Comfort is another standout feature. The memory foam ear cushions fit perfectly around my ears, and the breathable knit mesh canopy on the headband distributes weight evenly, making them comfortable for long listening sessions without any pressure or discomfort.
The design is sleek and premium, as expected from Apple. They feel sturdy and well-built but are still relatively lightweight for over-ear headphones. The controls are intuitive—digital crown for volume and playback control, and everything pairs seamlessly with my Apple devices via Bluetooth.
Battery life is solid, offering up to 20 hours of high-fidelity audio with Active Noise Cancellation and spatial audio on. Plus, the carrying case is sleek and keeps the headphones safe and secure when not in use.
Overall, the AirPods Max deliver an unparalleled audio experience with great comfort, incredible sound quality, and top-notch noise cancellation. If you’re looking for high-end, luxury headphones, these are absolutely worth the investment. Highly recommend!
Apple's Latest Headphones: A Game-Changer in Sound
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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I've been using Apple’s newest headphones for a few weeks now, and I have to say, they truly redefine what premium audio products can offer.
Sound Quality: The sound is nothing short of spectacular. The bass is deep and rich without overwhelming the mids and highs, which are incredibly clear and crisp. Whether you’re listening to your favorite playlist, watching movies, or enjoying a podcast, the sound experience is immersive and balanced. The spatial audio feature takes things to the next level, making you feel like the sound is coming from all around you, perfect for watching movies or gaming.
Noise Cancellation: Apple has seriously upped their noise-canceling game. It’s like flipping a switch between the world around you and your own personal soundscape. Even in noisy environments, like the subway or a bustling coffee shop, I found that the noise cancellation was incredibly effective without any discomfort or pressure that you sometimes get with other brands.
Comfort: The design is sleek and the ear cups feel like they were made for long-term wear. The padding is soft, and the overall fit is snug without being too tight, so you can wear them for hours without any discomfort. The lightweight design also means I barely feel them on my head, making them perfect for extended listening sessions.
Battery Life: Apple's claim of an all-day battery life is spot on. I’ve gotten through long flights, entire workdays, and several podcast marathons without needing to charge them. Plus, they charge fast. A quick 15-minute charge gives you hours of playback, which is perfect when you're on the go.
Design and Build: These headphones not only sound amazing, but they also look stunning. The finish is smooth and high-quality, and the folding mechanism is sleek and sturdy. It’s clear Apple put a lot of thought into both aesthetics and durability.
Smart Features: The integration with Siri and Apple’s ecosystem is seamless. I love being able to control everything from music to calls with a simple tap or voice command. The head-tracking with spatial audio is a fun and functional addition, and it really does make a difference when you’re watching movies or shows in Apple TV+.
Overall, these headphones are a massive win for Apple. Whether you're an audiophile or just someone who enjoys top-tier audio, these headphones deliver an exceptional listening experience in every way. If you're already in the Apple ecosystem, these will feel like a natural extension of your devices, and if you’re new to Apple, you’ll be hooked after the first listen.
Rating: 5/5 – Truly a premium experience!
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The AirPods Max are easily worth five stars. From the moment I put them on, I could feel the premium build quality — the stainless steel frame is solid but not heavy, the memory foam ear cups are insanely comfortable, and the knit headband makes long listening sessions easy. The sound is incredible, with crystal-clear highs, natural mids, and deep, controlled bass, and the spatial audio with dynamic head tracking makes music and movies feel totally immersive. The active noise cancellation is top-notch, blocking out everything around me, the transparency mode works perfectly when i need to hear my surroundings. They pair instantly with all of my Apple devices and they switch seamlessly between them with no problems, as-well as the integration of Siri making controlling music and calls effortless. The battery life is impressive too, with 20 hours of listening and fast charging giving over an hour of use in just five minutes which gets me through my day. Overall, they’re not just headphones — they’re an experience, combining comfort, performance, and Apple’s ecosystem perfectly, and honestly, I can’t recommend them enough to anyone.
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent purchase!
I'm delighted with these headphones. The sound is clear, powerful and well balanced, with very good bass without distortion. They are super comfortable, even after wearing them for several hours, and fit perfectly.
The battery lasts a long time, they connect quickly and the audio quality for calls is also excellent. In addition, the design is modern and elegant. Without a doubt, they exceeded my expectations.
I recommend them 100% for music, calls and daily use. They are totally worth it!
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These headphones exceeded my expectations. The sound quality is clear with deep bass, and they’re very comfortable even after wearing them for hours. The battery life lasts a long time, and they connect quickly without issues. Great quality for the price — I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, everyday headphones.
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I held off on buying the AirPods Max for a long time because of the price, but after using them for a few weeks… I finally get the hype. These things feel like someone engineered silence and comfort into a piece of art.
The sound is insanely clean. It’s not just “good headphones” quality—everything feels layered, like the music suddenly has depth I wasn’t hearing before. The spatial audio effect makes certain songs feel almost live, which is wild the first time you experience it.
The noise cancellation is honestly the best part for me. It’s not a “muffle,” it’s a disappear. My apartment suddenly feels quieter, flights are 10x more peaceful, and even busy coffee shops feel manageable. The transparency mode is freakishly natural too—switching between the two feels like shifting reality.
Comfort-wise, they’re way better than I expected. The knit headband and the cushions make long listening sessions easy, and they don’t clamp your head like some other high-end options do.
Battery life holds up great, the controls are simple, and the build quality feels premium in a way that’s actually noticeable.
They’re definitely an investment, but if you care about sound, comfort, or just blocking out the world… they’re worth every penny.
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10
The Apple AirPods are excellent! They do feel slightly heavy at times, but it really depends on how you’re using them. I personally use them at the gym, and they’re very comfortable with no issues. While lying down and using the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), they can feel a bit heavier on the ears, but the ANC is outstanding and the sound quality is just as impressive! Battery life is amazing as well compared to my skull candy ones!
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This is my honest review after paying for them with my own money. I purchased when they went on sale and do not regret the decision. Best Buy offered the best price for these at around $100 off. The original msrp is just a bit too high but at the discounted price point it feels right for the quality you’re getting. The sound quality is fantastic, especially when integrated into the Apple ecosystem’s lossless audio. The battery life of ~20 hours has never been an issue for me since just five minutes of charging or so can get you 1-2 hours of listening. They are built very sturdy and feel extremely premium. They fit quite comfortably on my head, I’ve always had a big head/ears so I was relieved that these did not give me any issue. My partner who has overall smaller head and ears thinks they are the most comfortable pair of headphones ever and now wants a pair too after trying them. I live in a tropical climate and have not had any issues with sweating after hours of continued use in 73 degree air conditioning at home. Some people have complained about the smell of the ear pads, but in my opinion this is mainly coming from a chemical in the material used. Out of the box, you will notice a chemical smell on the pads which is normal, but after sweating the scent of the chemicals can mix with it which is what people are encountering. However, they are removable and washable with detergent and water. This should remove the odor and keep them clean - Apple has guidelines on their website as to how to do this safely. Would definitely recommend grabbing them if on sale as long as you understand that they require a bit of effort here and there to maintain clean and in tip top shape.
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This item is honestly very well put together it was a Christmas gift for my daughter and she absolutely loves it she cant stop talking about how loud the can be and still sound so clear and they are comfortable i know because i used them also lol the color is honestly really cool something you dont see to often on headphones she really loked the case it came with and the customer service at bestbuy the best the explained the item very well and answered all our questions even though they were super busy never once we felt rushed amazing job by bestbuy employees overall its an amazing item and my daughter truly loves it she even put a hello kitty ears on it lol
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These headphones are comfortable (for the most part), produce great quality noise, have long-lasting batteries, great noise cancellation, are adjustable and sturdy. The reason I say they are comfortable "for the most part" is because they are rather heavy. I cannot wear them for prolonged periods of time, maybe 2 hours maximum.
Also, I love that they don't bother my ears. I have 7 ear piercings (including my cartilage) and these are big enough to wrap around my ear without feeling any discomfort and generally have a comfortable fit around my ears. Additionally, I love the wide variety of colors that they come in. The device is also easy to use with a button for pausing/playing, adjusting the volume, and changing the noise cancellation setting. Comes with a case and charger.
I took off a star for the heaviness and cost of the item. I'm sure you can find comparable headphones for a lower price.
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I’ve owned several pairs of headphones over the years, but the AirPods Max easily top them all. The sound quality is incredibly rich — clear highs, deep bass, and balanced mids that make everything from classical to hip-hop sound amazing. The noise cancellation is on another level; once you put them on, the world fades away.
The new USB-C charging is super convenient, and the battery easily lasts me through long study sessions and gym workouts without needing a recharge. The Starlight color looks even better in person — sleek, subtle, and premium. Connectivity is flawless as always with Apple — quick pairing and zero dropouts between my iPhone and MacBook.
They’re definitely pricey, but if you value premium build and immersive audio, they’re worth it.
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I really wanted to love these. The sound quality is truly amazing, the best I’ve ever experienced from any kind of in-ear or over-ear. I read a lot of reviews before deciding to try them and kind of ignored that many people mentioned the weight. The weight is definitely a factor for me.
The catalyst for even considering AirPods this expensive is because my ears push my AirPod pros out. I had found some things that were working OK to help keep them in my ears, but those were kind of a pain given that I still wasn’t getting the sound experience I should be getting from AirPod Pro.
I kept these AirPods Max for a couple of weeks and made a point of very carefully using them as much as possible to try and evaluate if they are right for me. The big thought I was having when I decided to make the purchase is we travel overseas at least once a year and I really wanted to have long battery life, really good sound, and total noise cancellation while on international flights. What I discovered is the weight of them makes my neck a little tired after a while and if I take them off, it is really not comfortable to wear them around my neck.
Things I didn’t realize were important until after I had them: I often use one AirPod. It allows me to remain focused on what’s going on in the room but still enjoy a little music or have Siri talk to me in my ear rather than announce to the whole room what’s going on with my phone. I set a lot of reminders and alarms to keep me on task and on track and on time. So as I actually tried to find how and when I would use these, what I discovered is I wouldn’t use them very often, and the times when it’s really appropriate for me to use them, they aren’t very comfortable.
Two big design flaws: the ear cups bang together if you’re not wearing them and they are not in the little case. That will eventually dent and scratch the corners. I found some silicone covers for about $20 on Amazon that worked great to protect them, but it irritated me that after spending that much money, I needed to buy something else just to keep them in good condition. Also, there is no way to turn them off without putting them in the magnetic case. So if you just take them off your ears and put them around your neck the battery continues to run down.
Apple has a lot of work to do here. In my humble opinion, there’s a very small audience of people who would actually love these. To me, definitely not worth the money.
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AirPods Max is, by far, the most impressive audio product I’ve ever used. The sound clarity, deep bass, and balanced output are absolutely phenomenal. Noise cancellation feels magical, and spatial audio elevates everything to a theatre-like experience. The build quality is premium, the fit is incredibly comfortable, and every small detail feels thoughtfully engineered. It truly excels in every aspect—worth every penny for anyone who loves high-quality audio.
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I really like the headphones they fit very well. The sound qualities is amazing. The staff that helped me was very nice. They gave me a good timeframe for a return and AppleCare. Best Buy offered me the best price and deals.
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Love them!
I’m absolutely in love with my AirPods Max, 2nd generation. The sound quality is phenomenal—rich, clear, and immersive. The noise cancellation is top-notch and really lets me focus whether I’m working, traveling, or just relaxing. They’re super comfortable for long listening sessions, and I find myself always using them. Battery life is great too, and the seamless integration with my Apple devices makes the whole experience effortless.
Although I’m not obsessed with the color I chose, that’s on me! I would still highly recommend these if you want premium headphones that deliver on every front.
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I’ve been using the AirPods Max for a while now and couldn’t be happier. The sound quality is amazing, the noise cancellation works flawlessly, and they feel incredibly comfortable even during long listening sessions. The seamless connection with my iPhone and Mac makes daily use effortless. Totally worth the investment for anyone who values great audio and premium design.
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These are hands down the best noise-cancelling headphones I’ve ever used, perfect for flights and blocking out everything around me. Super comfortable for long hours, especially on airplanes, and they don’t cause any pressure or ear fatigue. Also, gotta say, they look amazing, definitely the best-looking headphones out there. Sound quality is top-tier, and everything just works so smoothly with my Apple devices. Yeah, they’re expensive, but if you're looking for comfort, style, and top performance, AirPods Max are totally worth it.
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Great sound quality and very comfortable to wear even for long periods. The battery life is excellent and pairing was super easy. Totally worth the price. Highly recommend!
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These are some of my newest additions to my Apple products. They are awesome for sound or silence. The fit on my head is near perfect. They offer other colors but this color matches my MacBook Air M4 and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The connectivity works seamlessly.
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Listen. These Blue Apple AirPods Max? Life-changing. I’m not saying they cured my anxiety, cleared my skin, and made my ex regret everything—but I’m also not not saying that.
From the moment I put these on, I was transported to a realm where only crisp treble, rich bass, and my main character energy exist. Noise cancellation? Let’s just say I could be sitting next to a leaf blower and still vibe like I’m in a candlelit jazz lounge.
They’re so comfortable it’s like Apple reached into the clouds, plucked two marshmallows, and engineered them into audio perfection. I wore them for 5 hours straight and only took them off because I missed the sound of my own voice.
Also, the color? This shade of blue is the kind of sophisticated that says, “I drink sparkling water and know at least one wine fact.”
Would I recommend them? Yes. Would I risk being hit by a rogue pigeon just to not take them off while walking outside? Also yes.
If you’ve been on the fence—hop off. These babies are worth it. My ears have never known peace like this.