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    AirPods Max release dates: every model, 2020 to 2026

    The newest AirPods Max is the AirPods Max • 2nd generation, released on 1 April 2026 at £499.

    Updated 5 October 2026. Release dates and launch prices come from Apple. Refurbished prices are tracked daily at Amazon, Apple Store, Back Market, MusicMagpie, TLX, and eBay.

    Latest AirPods Max models

    AirPods Max • 1st generation

    AirPods Max • 1st generation

    Released 15 December 2020 · £549 at launch

    Refurbished from £309 · See refurbished deals

    Every AirPods Max, newest first

    2 models from 2020 to 2026, with release dates, launch prices and refurbished prices.

    2026

    AirPods Max • 2nd generation
    AirPods Max • 2nd generation
    1 Apr 2026 £499 at launch
    £499
    £246 See refurbished deals

    2020

    AirPods Max • 1st generation
    AirPods Max • 1st generation Discontinued 1 Apr 2026
    15 Dec 2020 £549 at launch
    £549
    £309 See refurbished deals

    Refurbished prices are the cheapest offer in stock at our last check, before shipping. We check every refurbisher daily; the deals page has today's prices.

    Questions about AirPods Max release dates

    What is the latest AirPods Max?

    The newest AirPods Max is the AirPods Max • 2nd generation, released on 1 April 2026 at £499.

    How many AirPods Max models are there?

    2 models came out between 2020 and 2026. The oldest one listed here is the AirPods Max • 1st generation, released on 15 December 2020.

    How do I find out which AirPods Max I have?

    Look for the model number, which starts with A. It is printed on the device or its box, and most devices also show it in their settings. Type it in the search box above to see the model, its release date and its refurbished price.

    Where this data comes from

    Release dates, launch prices and model numbers come from Apple. Every day RefurbMe checks the stock and prices of Amazon, Apple Store, Back Market, MusicMagpie, TLX, and eBay, and records when each model first goes on sale refurbished. An expected date adds the median delay of past AirPods Max models to the launch date.

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