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Earphones Apple AirPods Max turned out to be significantly more expensive than early rumors claimed. Recall that in the United States without taxes, they cost $ 550. For example, for the Sony WH-1000XM4, which are considered by many to be among the best in the class, in the US they now ask for about $ 350, and even less than $ 300 with discounts.
Expensive AirPods Max vs. Sony WH-1000XM4. Are Apple headphones worth the money?
However, judging by the first reviews, Apple’s new product is not for nothing that it turned out so expensive. In particular, the specialists of the resource CNet argue that active noise cancellation in AirPods Max is better than in Sony headphones, where it is considered almost a reference.
The source also notes the very high build quality, which exceeds that of any headphones in the $ 300-400 price range. Also, the new Apple works well in headset mode, actively suppressing wind noise.
The sound quality, according to the author, is also better for the AirPods Max than the Sony WH-1000XM4 and Bose Noise Canceling Headphones 700. That is, the overpayment is not only for noise cancellation and assembly. But when it comes to convenience and weight, not everything is perfect. The earbuds, recall, weigh 385 g, which is more than many competitors, and it feels.
