What New AirPods Max Colors Could Be Coming? (2024)

by Hartley Charlton

Apple is on track to refresh the AirPods Max high-end headphones with a series of new color options, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

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Gurman believes that Apple is not actively working on an ‌AirPods Max‌ successor, but is instead planning to launch new colors. He first suggested that Apple was working on new color options for the ‌AirPods Max‌ in May last year, before reaffirming that the refresh is still in the works earlier this month.

Apple periodically offers mid-cycle product refreshes with new color options, most recently with the Purple iPhone 12 and Yellow, Orange, and Blue HomePod mini in 2021, and the Green and Alpine Green iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro earlier this year, so it is not uncharacteristic for the company introduce new color options for an existing product.

The ‌AirPods Max‌ were introduced in 2020 and are available in Silver, Blue, Pink, Green, and Space Gray. These colors matched the fourth-generation iPad Air, but they do not match most of the fifth-generation ‌iPad Air‌'s colors that replaced the fourth-generation model. Indeed, other than Silver and Space Gray, the ‌AirPods Max‌ no longer match many of Apple's products, so a color refresh could be an opportunity to offer more aesthetic consistency across product lineups.

If the refreshed color options launch later this year alongside the second-generation AirPods Pro, it could make sense for them to match the iPhone 14 lineup, which is expected to launch in the fall. A recent rumor suggested that the ‌iPhone 14‌ will be available in Starlight, Blue, Purple, Red, and Midnight, so it seems plausible that these could also be the new colors to come to the refreshed ‌AirPods Max‌.

Looking further in the future, little is currently known about the second-generation AirPods Max, but interchangeable headbands, left and right ear detection, touch pad controls on the earcups, and even a cheaper "sport-like variant" seem like conceivable early expectations given that they were rumored for the first-generation model prior to its launch.

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Is Apple coming out with new AirPods Max colors? ›

Apple AirPods Max 2: design

Mark Gurman reckons an "AirPods Max refresh with new colours" could be on the way for the 2024/2025 release, most likely to coincide with any new colours that Apple is introducing across its iPhone 16 range.

Will there be new AirPods Max in 2024? ›

Apple AirPods 2024: $99 AirPods Lite And New AirPods Max Coming, Reports Claim. Senior Contributor. Apple looks set to introduce new AirPods this year, with two new versions of AirPods fourth generation predicted by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman—full details here.

What is the best color for AirPods Pro Max? ›

Regardless of whether you are carrying them with Apple's case or without Apple's case, due to its weird design, some of the crucial areas of the headphone, like the head mesh, don't get covered. Making them much more likely to get dirty. So, going with Space Grey and Sky Blue will make more sense as compared to others.

Are AirPods Max 2 coming out? ›

Release Date (Expected): Second Half 2024—First Half 2025

Analyst Jeff Pu also confirms he is expecting a late 2024 launch window, with USB-C as the major new feature. He says Luxshare ICT and Hon Teng in China will assemble the AirPods Max.

How many Airpod Max colors are there? ›

AirPods Max are bundled with a Smart Case for storing. The Smart Case includes magnets that switch AirPods Max to low-power mode. AirPods Max is available in five colors: Space Gray, Silver, Sky Blue, Green, and Pink.

Are AirPods Max getting an upgrade? ›

Since the original AirPods Max were released, Apple has since refreshed its true wireless AirPods Pro, with the AirPods Pro 2. Apple analyst Jeff Pu expects Apple to release the AirPods Max 2 in the fourth quarter of 2024.

Why is everyone buying AirPods Max? ›

Sound Quality

The AirPods Max pair high-fidelity audio with Active Noise Cancellation for what Apple describes as an "unparalleled listening experience." There's a custom-built driver inside the AirPods Max that produces ultra-low distortion sound across the audible range.

How long do AirPods Max last in years? ›

Your AirPods should last you for about two to three years. Like in all true wireless earbuds, the lithium-ion battery tends to be the first thing that goes bad.

What are the most popular 14 Pro Max colors? ›

Purple. Purple is the most popular iPhone 14 Pro Max color choice on Swappa. This shade is unique to the iPhone 14 Pro Max, and can't be found on many other devices in the iPhone family. This coveted color is classy and in demand.

Does AirPod Max White get dirty? ›

In conclusion, keeping your AirPods Max in white clean is relatively simple. Regularly wiping the exterior surfaces with a soft, lint-free cloth should suffice for most cleaning needs. However, if you encounter more stubborn dirt or stains, you can use a slightly damp cloth or a soft-bristled brush.

What color is the LED on AirPods Max? ›

Check the charge status

If you press the noise control button when your AirPods Max are connected to power, the status light will turn green if the charge has more than or equal to 95 percent remaining, or amber if the charge has less than 95 percent remaining.

Does Airpod Max leak sound? ›

In conclusion, the sound leak when it's around the 12 volume Mark. But if you're in a quiet environment. you probably won't be listening to that high anyways.

Is Airpod Max waterproof? ›

The AirPods Max is not waterproof. Unfortunately, it isn't even water-resistant. If you get caught in a heavy rainstorm, it's a good idea to take this off and stow it away. To be fair, most high-end headphones are like this, but typical audiophile headphones aren't made to be used outside of your house.

Does AirPods Max have a mic? ›

Nine microphones total: Eight microphones for Active Noise Cancellation. Three microphones for voice pickup (two shared with Active Noise Cancellation and one additional microphone)

Will there be an update to AirPods Max? ›

Apple will introduce a new version of the AirPods Max in late 2024, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

Will there be colored AirPods? ›

According to the Twitter post, the company had plans to release Pink, ProductRED, Purple, Black, and Blonde AirPods, and the colors were to correspond with options for the iPhone 7 – another scheme that was ultimately cancelled.

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