Apple’s iOS 18 and the iPhone 16 will come with Artificial Intelligence and now it looks like we have details on what Apple has planned for AI on the iPhone. This significant software release promises to be a game-changer, making your iPhone smarter and more intuitive than ever before. The video below from Max Tech […]
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Zollotech’s latest video dives deep into what we can expect from the upcoming iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 updates, drawing from a mix of reliable sources and leaks. If you’re keen to know whether your device makes the cut or what novel features might enhance your Apple experience, you’re in the right place. Let’s find […]
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Demand for the Apple Vision Pro is higher than Apple had originally projected and the company could end up selling between 200,000 units and 250,000 units by the end of 2024, which is not bad considering the high price of the device and also it is a new category for Apple. The news comes in […]
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Apple just released iOS 17.4 Release Candidate and we are expecting the final version of the software next week we should also get the first beta of iOS 17.5 next month as well, and now we have some details on what to expect from the next beta. The video below from iDeviceHelp gives us […]
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If you are looking for some new Mac apps, we have an awesome video from Stephen Robles that introduces us to 15 Mac apps worth trying. As a Mac user, the quest for enhancing productivity and streamlining your workflow is ongoing. Fortunately, the digital realm is replete with tools designed to optimize your efficiency, whether […]
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As the digital world eagerly anticipates the next big thing, Apple’s iOS 17.4 Release Candidate (RC) has emerged as a beacon of innovation and user-centric updates. Released to registered developers, with a public beta on the horizon, this update is not just another version but a significant leap forward for iOS device users. With an […]
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Ken Pillonel takes consumer satisfaction a little too seriously. Famous for hacking previous versions of the AirPods to give them USB-C ports and make them more repairable, Pillonel has now turned his sights to the AirPods Max (which hasn’t received an update in over 3 years, as he points out). The regular AirPods and even the iPhone have both made a concerted shift to USB-C, but Apple surprisingly forgot to upgrade their flagship headphones, leaving it in the lightning era.
No stranger to hacking (ahem, upgrading) Apple’s accessories, Pillonel decided to build a USB-C AirPod Max before Apple did. The video above takes us through the journey, showing how Pillonel disassembled the existing AirPods Max, designed a new PCB with a USB-C port, and mounted it (with relative ease) in the headphones, giving them the upgrade they severely needed. The best part, Pillonel even sells his PCBs on his own website, encouraging other people to hack their AirPods Max too and upgrade them to USB-C.
Designer: Ken Pillonel
The AirPods Max debuted in December 2020, which means they’re one of the only mainstream Apple products to not have received a major upgrade in years (they were announced even before the AirTag). Realizing that now was a better time than ever, Pillonel decided to take his AirPods Max for a spin, cracking them open to see the assembly inside and whether it would be easy to upgrade it. Luckily, the lightning port was relatively easy to upgrade without any invasive procedures to the headphone’s body itself. Apple designed the port with a removable metal lip that allowed it to magically become wider (it’s almost as if Apple was preparing for this transition in advance), and knocking the lip out made the hole perfectly sized for a USB-C port.
Pillonel simply unplugged the lightning connector from the existing motherboard and designed a new one that housed the USB-C port. He shared the new PCB design on PCBWay, and had the circuit boards sent to him. An older iteration featured a single-piece PCB that worked, but was susceptible to wear and tear, so Ken redesigned the PCB with a flexible ribbon cable, allowing it to bend without applying pressure on certain parts. The new PCB is available in Pillonel’s shop for 39.9 CHF ($45.3 USD).
The older PCB was prone to wear and tear if used roughly
A flexible ribbon cable on the new PCB made it much more resistant to regular daily usage
The upgraded AirPods Max (Pillonel calls it the AirPods Max 2.0) only has the one design upgrade, although knowing Pillonel, he’ll soon make the entire thing repairable and probably even figure out how to replace batteries on them. You can visit his YouTube channel here, or read our coverage on his other interesting projects here.
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If like me you are wondering whether your iPhone will run the new iOS 18 software when it lands later this year, there is some good news as we have some details on the models of iPhone that are expected to support and run this year’s major new iOS release. When Apple releases a major […]
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In an era where our smartphones feel like extensions of ourselves, ensuring they last through our busiest days is a must. For iPhone users, the quest for longer battery life is ongoing, but thankfully, there are innovative shortcuts and automations that can significantly extend your device’s battery life. If you’re keen on making the most […]
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As technology enthusiasts eagerly await the final public release of iOS 17.4, Apple has rolled out its Release Candidate (RC) version to both registered developers and public beta testers. This update, tipping the scales at a hefty 6.46 GB, is not just a routine software enhancement but a significant leap forward, indicating that the version […]
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