Apple is bringing lossless audio to its AirPods Max headphones in a free updateApple has announced a new software update which will add lossless audio and ultra-low latency to its AirPods Max headphones.
The update, which will be released in April, will see AirPods Max become the only headphones musicians can use to create and mix in personalised spatial audio, including head tracking.

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The software update unlocks 24-bit, 48 kHz lossless audio. This integration allows for the preservation of the integrity of original records, meaning users can listen to music in the same way it was created in the studio.
Personalised spatial audio will also have the lossless feature, meaning uncompressed sound and a more immersive listening experience.
By using AirPods Max with music creation software such as Logic Pro, artists can record and mix using the headphones without compromising fidelity. To use the software to its full potential, users will require an iPhone with TrueDepth camera to create their own personal profile. TrueDepth cameras were introduced with the iPhone X, and all models more recent than this come equipped with the feature.
Streamers and gamers can also benefit from the lossless and ultra-low latency audio update, as it significantly lowers lag time. Hearing your enemy as soon as they’re nearby in shooter games, or wanting the most immersive gameplay experience possible will be invaluable to gamers.
While there’s no exact release date just yet, the free firmware update will roll out with iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and MacOS Sequoia 15.4. If you’re yet to get your hands on the AirPods Max, they’re available for £499 in Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, and Orange colourways
For more information, head to the Apple Store.
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