Apple Announces the Most Significant New Feature of iOS 18.4: Lossless Audio and Ultra-Low Latency Audio
AirPods Max will support lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio.

Specifically, it will be released next month.iOS 18.4The official version will bring the following features to AirPods Max: - Spatial Audio with Dynamic Head Tracking - Active Noise Cancellation - Transparency Mode - Controls for volume, track, and call management - Up to 20 hours of battery lifeLossless audioI'm ready when you are.Ultra-low Latency Audiotherefore
Certainly, the premise assumes using the USB-C cable provided in the AirPods Max packaging for the following: Certainly, this is subject to using the USB-C cable supplied with the AirPods Max in the packaging.Wired Connection。

After the official update of iOS 18.4, AirPods Max will support24-bit, 48 kHz lossless audio。
Yes, lossless audio can also be expanded to immersive audio environments, which can provide a more precise and uncompressed audio experience.

For most ordinary users, the most direct feeling is being able to have a higher quality music listening experience.
For gamers and streamers, ultra-low latency audio can make gameplay and live streaming more stable and fluid, providing a more immersive sound experience.
As a music creator, I can utilize AirPods Max more comprehensively for creation.
By delivering high-resolution lossless digital audio with low latency, creators can use AirPods Max to record and mix seamlessly without compromising fidelity.

Apple says that with a USB-C connection, AirPods Max will be the only headphones that enable musicians to create songs and produce mixes with spatial audio that supports head tracking.
Therefore, for users who already own or plan to purchase AirPods Max, whether they are regular users or professional users, this upgrade undoubtedly represents a significant enhancement.Epic级"of."
Apple also released a USB-C to 3.5mm audio cable that allows the AirPods Max to connect to a 3.5mm audio source, achieving ultra-low latency.

Of course, we still need to repeat that in order for AirPods Max to achieve "lossless audio" and "ultra-low latency audio":
We need the official release of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS 15.4 in April.

Moreover! Importantly! This is because lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio need to be connected through a USB-C cable.
So this update only supports AirPods Max (USB-C), and the older Lightning connector version of AirPods Max is not supported, which is somewhat regrettable.
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