AppleAirPods Max 2 Noise Cancelling Wireless Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones, USB-C Charging

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Product description

Product code: 86184905

AirPods Max 2. With up to 1.5x more Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation and improved high-fidelity audio - it’s the ultimate over-ear listening experience.(1)

Ultimate over-ear listening experience
Powered by the H2 chip, AirPods Max 2 deliver improved high-fidelity audio with deep bass, expansive mids and crisp highs for an unparalleled listening experience.

Tune out the noise
Up to 1.5x more Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation, fully immersing you in every sound.(1)

Hear the world around you
Adaptive Audio automatically adjusts noise cancellation levels to suit your environment. Conversation Awareness lowers the volume of what’s playing to make it easy to talk to those around you.(3) And Transparency lets outside sounds in so you can interact with your surroundings.

Personalised Spatial Audio
With sound tuned to your unique ear shape and dynamic head tracking, AirPods Max 2 deliver an immersive listening experience that surrounds you with cinema-like sound.(4)

Communicate across languages
Simply press and hold the listening mode button to activate Live Translation powered by Apple Intelligence,(2) which automatically translates the language someone is speaking into your preferred language.

Acoustic-first design
Designed with a breathable knitted-mesh canopy, memory foam and custom textile ear cushions, and telescoping arms for an exceptional over-ear fit. Available in five vibrant colours.

Lossless audio with USB-C
Experience every detail of the original recording when connecting AirPods Max 2 to your device via USB-C.(5) And you can charge your AirPods Max 2 with the same cable you use to charge your other Apple devices.

All day battery life
Up to 20 hours of listening or film playback on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation and Spatial Audio enabled.(6)


(1) Up to 1.5x more Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation when tested in accordance with IEC 60268 24.
(2) Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods Max 2 with the latest firmware when paired with an Apple Intelligence–enabled iPhone running iOS 26.4 and later. Available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages; for more information, see apple.com/uk/ios/feature-availability.
(3) Available on AirPods Max 2 with the latest firmware when paired with compatible devices running iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4 or macOS 26.4 and later.
(4) Spatial Audio works with compatible content in supported apps. iPhone with TrueDepth camera required to create personalised profile.
(5) Lossless Audio listening requires a wired USB C connection and compatible content from supported apps and services.
(6) Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage and many other factors. Products with Active Noise Cancellation were tested with Active Noise Cancellation enabled.

Product specification

Accessories included
AirPods Max 2. Smart Case. USB‑C Charge Cable. Documentation.
Audio details
Apple-designed dynamic driver. Custom high dynamic range amplifier. Adaptive Audio. Transparency mode. Conversation Awareness. Voice Isolation. Personalised Volume. Loud Sound Reduction. Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking. Adaptive EQ. Studio-quality audio recording. Lossless Audio and ultra-low latency audio via USB‑C
Batteries included
Yes
Battery life details
Up to 20 hours of listening time on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled
Bluetooth version
5.3
Brand
Apple
Care instructions
Wipe Clean Only
Compatible with
Apple bluetooth devices with updated operating systems
Connectivity type
Bluetooth
Country of origin
China
Dimensions
H187.30 x W83.40 x D168.60mm
Folding
Fixed
Guarantee
2 year guarantee included
Headphone type
Over-Ear
Manufacturer part number (MPN)
MHWK4ZM/A
Microphone remote
No
Model name / number
MHWK4ZM/A
NFC enabled
No
Noise reduction or cancelling
Active Noise Cancellation
Playback controls
Yes
Power supply
Rechargeable Battery, USB
Range
Apple AirPods Max
Smart technology
Apple Siri Enabled
Sound features
Noise Cancelling, Smart
Virtual assistant
Apple Siri Enabled
Weight
386.20 g
Wired or wireless
True Wireless
Wireless charging type
Not Wireless Charging Enabled

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£9.95
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£7.95
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£10.95
Delivery on the day of your choice, by 11.30am available 7 days a week.

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