Apple's $549 AirPods Max can't play lossless Apple Music — even when plugged in - The Verge
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Apple’s AirPods Max can’t natively play the new lossless audio tracks coming to Apple Music in June. But they’re still going to sound very good, and spatial audio might prove to be an even bigger deal.
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Here's why AirPods Max don't support Apple Music Lossless
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How Apple Music Lossless Audio Will Work With AirPods
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AirPods Max: History, specs, tips, pricing, review, deals, rumors
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Apple's $549 AirPods Max can't play lossless Apple Music — even when plugged in - The Verge
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Apple Music, Hi-Res Files and Apple AirPod MAX Playback Bluetooth - Roon Labs Community
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Apple Music Lossless tidbits: iOS 14.6, HomePod support, compatible headphones, more - 9to5Mac
Here's why AirPods Max don't support Apple Music Lossless
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Should I get AirPods Max right now for $479 or should I wait to see if the price goes down? : r/airpods