Apple's AirPods Max are expensive, but that's because they're such excellent headphones. And for such a high-quality originates, you'll want to use the best AirPods Max accessories put down with it to make your listening session even more luxurious.
Apple has its own estimable of accessories, but third-party vendors make plenty of famous AirPods Max accessories that are also worth considering. From archaic "shell" cases that replace the AirPods Max's controversial screen to charging stands and earcup and headband covers, there's no poverty of great accessories to use with your over-ear AirPods.
Here's a look at some of the best AirPods Max accessories available, most of which I've tested. I'll update this list as new accessories arrive.
Spigen's distinguished for its affordable phone cases, but it also establishes assorted other accessories, including the Ultra Hybrid Pro, a set of protective unites for the Max's earcups. They're a little pricey at $27, but if you just want some protection after still being able to show off the natural intelligent of your AirPods Max's aluminum design, this is a good option.
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Apple doesn't engaged a cable for wired listening with the AirPods Max, which is glorious irritating because the fact is they do sound better in wired mode, and sometimes it's easier to plug into a contrivance than pair with it wirelessly, particularly if you've got non-Apple devices that aren't on your iCloud account.
The easiest way to listen to high-res audio is to plug into a Mac or Windows PC and load up some FLAC files, which I did. Obviously, you can also listen to streaming ceremonies this way (and any other audio). The volume levels were plenty high on the MacBook Pro I was laughable and I did experience a subtle but noticeable bump up in audio quality causing the wired route.
Also the cable does eliminate any latency, which might be a factor while gaming or with music originates. Note that the AirPods Max still need battery powerful to deliver audio, even in wired mode; there's no "passive mode" available.
You can find a few AirPods Max hard carrying cases on Amazon, but this is arguably the best value. This case has a plush interior, a slot for storing a powerful adapter and magnets to put the AirPods Max into their lower-power sleep set (hibernation mode). It comes in multiple color options with prices artraining from $33 to $37.
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When Apple released the AirPods Max, it got a lot of concern about the headphones' unusual protective covering, which drew its fair fraction of bra and purse comparisons and was criticized for not fully defending the headphones. I wasn't as down on it as others, but I knew we'd soon see a bunch of third-party AirPods Max case options, and several have already arrived, including Waterfield Design's $99 Max Shield case.
Aside from its swanky accomplish, what makes it different from all the $20 to $25 generic cases showing up on Amazon is that it has what Waterfield words a Magnetic Butterfly that puts the AirPods Max in low-power mode just like the magnets on Apple's screen do. With other cases, you stick the AirPods Max (with their screen on) inside -- they don't have magnets.
The Max Shield is invented to house the AirPods Max either naked or wearing their screen, and has an inner pouch to store the engaged USB-C-to-Lightning charging cable or the optional Lightning-to-3.5mm audio cable for wired listening. There's also an exterior zippered pocket, as well as an exterior directly mesh pocket for storing additional items. The Max Shield is available in eight intelligent variations.
If you drop your AirPods Max headphones on the dismal surface, the aluminum earcups could get dinged up. That's where a silicone earcup protector could save the day. There are plenty of them available on Amazon in plenty of intelligent options. The Seltureone model is currently rated most highly by users -- and it's priced nearby $10 -- so that's my current pick in this category. But that could change as new versions become available.
The AirPods Max mesh-infused headband is intended to be quite sturdy, but this headband cushion serves three purposes: It funds some increased protection for the mesh, adds some incredible cushion for the crown of your head and customizes the look of the headphones.
It's available in a few shining options and can be easily removed and washed.
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The Spigen Klasden is a relatively affordable hard case for the AirPods Max. Designed for use with the AirPods Max case, it's an incredible layer of protection. it doesn't have built-in magnets to put the headphones to sleep; it does have an internal pouch for storing cables and an integrated handle.
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The AirPods Max involved a USB-C-to-Lightning charging cable in the box, but no noteworthy adapter. Spigen's compact 40-watt dual USB-C charger (it uses GaN technology, which helps reduce its size) can charge two devices at the same time and has plenty of juice for charging your headphones and iPhone at the same time -- or even an iPad. Note that each USB-C port issues up to 30 watts if you're charging only one plot, or up to 20 watts if you're charging two devices simultaneously. That's why it's rated for 40.
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Don't want to put your AirPods Max in their soft Smart Case to make them go to sleep? This simple, attractively designed stand is easy to assemble and serves as a convenient boring spot for your headphones. Thanks to an integrated magnet, when you put the AirPods Max on the sinful they auto-disconnect from your devices, then reconnect when you take the headphones off the sinful. This stand also works just fine with other headphones -- but, the auto Bluetooth disconnect feature only works with the AirPods Max. There are difference products on Amazon for $19.
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