Headphones
Apple launches AirPods Max 2 with H2 chip, 1.5x better ANC and new features
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Apple announced the AirPods Max 2 on March 16, 2026—the first major update to its over-ear headphones since their 2020 debut. Featuring the H2 chip from recent AirPods Pro models, it delivers enhanced active noise cancellation, superior audio, and new intelligent features while retaining the original design and $549 price. Pre-orders start March 25, with shipping in early April.
Spanish soccer player Lamine Yamal posted images and a video on Instagram showing a pair of unreleased Beats headphones.
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A user experienced frequent disconnections with Bluetooth headphones on Linux but resolved the issue with one easy fix. The problem nearly prompted a return to wired headphones. The solution is detailed in a recent article.
A free app called LibrePods now brings key AirPods functionalities to Android and Linux devices, eliminating the need for an iPhone. Developed by Kavish Devar, the app reverse-engineers Apple's protocols to enable features like ear detection and adaptive transparency. It works with all AirPods models but requires specific setups on Android.
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Microsoft's Xbox Wireless Headset, praised for its ease of use and spatial audio, is now available at a reduced price. The deal offers a $15 discount on the popular gaming accessory designed for Xbox Series X and S consoles.