Both feature an open-ear design as opposed to the in-ear tips found on theAirPods Pros.
The ancientAirPods Maxare ripe for a long overdue update but received none at the event.
So, weve also mentioned our favorite over-ear headphones for ANC it’s possible for you to consider instead.
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Unfortunately, the open-ear design was excessively loose and didnt quite work.
They last 26 hours with ANC on, six hours more than the latest AirPods.
Swiping up and down on the stems, or blades, as Samsung calls it, tweaks volume.
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The AirPods 4 dont feature onboard volume controls so you have to reach for your phone every time.
They cost just $70 making them a much cheaper option.
The bulb that rests behind your ear is quite streamlined, too.
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I did my Laundromat and Trader Joes runs on these and they didnt even slightly budge in my ears.
On the other hand, I was constantly worried about the AirPods plopping out of my ears.
Their battery lasts seven hours, compared to the five hours on the AirPods 4.
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Sony WH-1000XM5
Weve declaredthe Sony WH-1000XM5sdo ANC better than the AirPods Max.
Plus, they retail for $350 compared to the eye-watering $500 price tag for Apples over-ear headphones.
They still fold weirdly to fit in the diaper-shaped carrying case they come in.
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