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If you're in the market for some headphones, you've no doubt come across the popular AirPods Max headphones from Apple. These are some of the best headphones on the market right now. In his review, CNET editor David Carnoy said they deliver richer, more detailed sound than lower-priced competitors from Bose and Sony. Unfortunately, quality like this is going to cost you, especially with the Apple logo slapped on it. A pair would normally set you back $549. Thankfully, Amazon has slashed the price on them by $149, bringing the cost down to only $400. This is only $17 more than the all-time low price. And this deal is available in all colors, so you can pick which pair best matches your style.
Apple's AirPods Max have active noise cancellation, which lets you tune out the world when you need to focus on work, calls or other important tasks. Transparency mode lets you listen to your favorite media while remaining aware of what's going on around you. You can also use features like personalized audio for sound that's customized to your ear shape, as well as dynamic head tracking that makes spatial audio feel like it's coming from all around you.
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These over-ear wireless headphones are equipped with an Apple H1 chip, which enables some neat features, such as a one-tap pairing process with your iPhone, iPad or Mac. The AirPods Max can also automatically switch between your Apple devices, so you can listen to music from your MacBook and easily take a call on your iPhone without having to fuss with Bluetooth settings.
If you're looking for headphones but the AirPods Max are still a bit too rich for your blood, we've got a list of the best headphone deals that are still available right now.
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