Apple Shares Helpful Tips for AirPods Max and Fitness+, Confirms AirPods Max Aren't Water Resistant

[MacRumors]

Following the launch of the AirPods Max this week, Apple has shared a series of support documents with helpful details about the headphones. Apple has also shared some helpful tips on getting started with its new Fitness+ workout service.

How the LED Status Light Works on AirPods Max

On the bottom of the right ear cup of the AirPods Max, there is a small LED status light that serves multiple purposes.

If you press the noise control button when your AirPods Max are connected to power, the status light will turn green if the charge has more than 95% remaining, or amber if the charge has less than or equal to 95% remaining, according to Apple.

If you press the noise control button when your AirPods Max aren't connected to power, Apple says the status light will turn green if the charge has more than 15% remaining, or amber if the charge has less than or equal to 15% remaining.

If you're experiencing issues with your AirPods Max, the headphones can be rebooted by pressing and holding the noise control button and the Digital Crown until the status light flashes amber. You can also reset your AirPods Max to factory settings and unpair them from your iCloud account by pressing and holding the noise control button and the Digital Crown for 15 seconds, until the status light flashes amber, then white.

AirPods Max Aren't Water Resistant

Apple has confirmed that the AirPods Max aren't waterproof or water resistant, advising users to "be careful not to get moisture in any openings." Apple says the headphones can be cleaned with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth, or gently wiped with disinfecting wipes, but the wipes should not be used on the meshed part of the headband or ear cushions.

AirPods Max

• Connect and use your AirPods Max
• Set up AirPods Max with your Mac and other Bluetooth devices
• How to reset your AirPods Max
• How to charge your AirPods Max and learn about battery life
• How to clean your AirPods Max
• Listen with spatial audio for AirPods Max
• Use Live Listen with AirPods Max
• AirPods Max Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode
• Wearing your AirPods Max
• Find the serial number of your AirPods Max

Apple Fitness+

• All about Apple Fitness+
• Get Apple Fitness+
• Devices you can use with Apple Fitness+
• Set up Fitness+ on Apple TV
• Work out with Apple Fitness+
• Download an Apple Fitness+ workout on iPhone or iPad
• Related: Set up Cardio Fitness Levels

Priced at $549, the AirPods Max are available to order on Apple.com, but online orders currently face a lengthy 12-14 week delivery estimate — same-day pickup is also available at select Apple Stores while supplies last. The headphones feature a premium stainless steel design with active noise cancellation, spatial audio, adaptive EQ, and more.

Apple Fitness+ requires iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2, and tvOS 14.3 or later. The service is available through a new tab in the Fitness app on iPhone, while iPad users can get the Fitness app from the App Store. On the Apple TV, the Fitness app automatically appears once users install tvOS 14.3. The service requires an Apple Watch Series 3 or later.

Article Link: Apple Shares Helpful Tips for AirPods Max and Fitness+, Confirms AirPods Max Aren't Water Resistant

 

[hellosil]

I did not expect AirPods Max to be water resistent anyways.

It would be nice for certain scenarios though.

 

[stevejobs>apple]

I was hoping to do my swim workouts with them!

 

[GadgetBen]

This means they are not suitable for gym workouts then.

 

[Dave245]

If there is going to be a cheaper sport version in the future, I’m not surprised that these are not waterproof or water resistant.

 

[CE3]

It’s ridiculous that Fitness+ isn’t supported on Mac devices.

 

[seinman]

It’s ridiculous that Fitness+ isn’t supported on Mac devices.

Also ridiculous that you can't use AirPlay when you're using it on your iPhone or iPad. But that's Apple for you. Got to move these Apple TVs.

 

[MVMNT]

How difficult it is to put a rubber gasket on at least some of the openings on the outer body? They must be really finely tuned if there's grounds it could affect performance.

 

[4jasontv]

The price, weight, magnetic ear pieces, and mesh made me think they were at least water resistant. Their value drop if I can only wear them while sitting inside an air conditioned room.

 

[DeepIn2U]

I did not expect AirPods Max to be water resistent anyways.

It would be nice for certain scenarios though.

Why Apple is even addressing the AirPods Max for Fitness+ or anything fitness related is beyond me. Either the PowerBeats Pro or AirPods Pro should be featured!

 

[jerryk]

Not water resistant! Forget them if I cannot use them while high diving.

 

[ian87w]

I did not expect AirPods Max to be water resistent anyways.

It would be nice for certain scenarios though.

Youtubers in the next few weeks: Is the AirPods Max really waterproof? We tested it for you!!

 

[citysnaps]

Damn. Guess I won't be wearing them on my next Amazon rainforest trek. Thanks a lot Tim Cook!

 

[Tulani]

Still no other way to put them to sleep except in that unwieldy case?

 

[rulymammoth]

Surprised at anyone who thinks that over ear headphones are suitable for any sort of strenuous physical activity.

 

[SWAON]

Ofc is not water resistant, it costs only $550.

 

[RamGuy]

Surprised at anyone who thinks that over ear headphones are suitable for any sort of strenuous physical activity.

I use my Bose NC 700 outside all of the time. Especially in Winter I much prefer them to my AirPods Pro as they serve a purpose of keeping my ear's hot in the cold. I don't tend to go for walks with my headphones in the rain but sometimes it starts raining while you are on a walk and having to worry about the headphones taking damage is annoying.

I won't be using them for exercise, I don't expect them to be waterproof. But having IPX4 rating like the Bose NC 700 making you confident that some small shimmer of rain won't ruin them would be nice.

 

[masteroflondon]

Youtubers in the next few weeks: Is the AirPods Max really waterproof? We tested it for you!!

I need to know if they work in a vacuum.

 

[Mr. Awesome]

I was hoping to do my swim workouts with them!

“I dunno. The music sounds kind of... sloshy”

 

[Naraxus]

Pathetic. For $560 buck they damn well BETTER be water resistant

 

[4jasontv]

This means they are not suitable for gym workouts then.

Or anyone who lives on the gulf or in New England.

 

[ZeChild]

I was hoping to do my swim workouts with them!

That's a downside! hey but at lest if you have to cart them about in the rain the case will protect them...

 

[MinimeJer05]

Still can’t get the Apple TV Fitness app to pair with my watch. It immediately says “pairing cancelled” once I select my watch. Even made sure to have the Workout app open on the Watch.

 

[ryanwarsaw]

Pathetic. For $560 buck they damn well BETTER be water resistant

Not sure what you mean? They are meant for people that have never had to sweat a day in their life.

 

[SFjohn]

This means they are not suitable for gym workouts then.

Only if you sweat while working out 🏋️‍♀️ 😅