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It seems that Apple was unable to do some last minute QA tests before shipping its latest expensive headphones. Twitter users are reporting condensation buildup inside the Apple AirPods Max earbuds, which could be problematic as the earbuds are not waterproof.
Condensation occurs when water droplets collect on cold surfaces due to humidity in the air. Most headphones are made of plastic, a lighter material less prone to temperature fluctuations. But for the $ 550 AirPods Max, Apple opted for aluminum, a heavier material that, like most metals, is a thermal conductor.
So, uhh … my AirPods Max forms condensation after prolonged use. They have never been used in a humid environment. Water gets inside conductors and has caused ear detection problems. I’ve been using them indoors sitting at a desk mostly, nothing crazy. Super worrying problem pic.twitter.com/0pWicvxLv9December 27, 2020
Due to the heat-conducting nature of metal, it can absorb heat extremely well. That’s why touching a pole on a snowy day feels especially cold. Or why a hot skillet can burn so easily.
Because the AirPods Max sit close to the ear, separated only by $ 69 air cushions, walking around the neighborhood on a cold day can easily collect condensation.
In most cases, a little extra airflow could remedy this. But in the case of headphones, especially those with noise cancellation, a tight seal must be made around the ear. The combination of cold aluminum, body heat and an enclosed space is the perfect environment for moisture accumulation.
Twitter users are even doing their best to show that they are in relatively cold environments and not in the middle of the Amazon rainforest.
After @donaldfilimon tweeted about condensation on his AirPods Max after extended use, I checked mine. These photos are taken in Barcelona, Spain, after one hour of use in a 20 degree centigrade room, just sitting and listening to music. My ears are totally dry;) pic.twitter.com/SI3xtuyFAyJanuary 1, 2021
Apple began selling AirPods Max on December 15 of last year. YouTuber Techkhamun aware on Twitter six hours after receiving your condensation build-up pair.
As of now, Apple has yet to publicly respond to this condensation issue. Tom’s Guide has contacted Apple and will update this article accordingly.
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