It is no secret that Apple is slowly transitioning away from the Lightning connector and embracing USB-C after the European Union pressured its hand. Whereas many accessories, the iPad and even the iPhone now use USB-C, the AirPods Max are nonetheless mired in Lightning land. Nonetheless, engineer Ken Pillonel (who beforehand introduced USB-C to the iPhone and AirPods earlier than Apple did) has created a USB-C connector for the headphones.
Pillonel discovered that it was straightforward to knock out the Lightning connector AND depart a wonderfully sized gap for a USB-C cable. Then, he designed a customized circuit board and located the precise connector to make every thing work. Pillonel managed to cost the AirPods Max by way of USB-C on the primary strive.
Sadly, wired USB-C audio is not possible by this mod. Pillonel notes that doing so would require a chip from Apple’s personal adaptor, which prices $35. At that time, chances are you’ll as effectively simply purchase a USB-C headset. So, this mod is simply actually worthwhile should you actually wish to cost your AirPods Max by way of USB-C, which means there’s much less of a cause to hold round a Lightning cable.
The AirPods Max are three years outdated and so they’re in all probability due for an improve. Any future mannequin is more likely to have a USB-C connector to comply with EU regulations. Nonetheless, should you’re keen to tinker along with your present headphones (or maybe even change a busted Lightning connector), you possibly can obtain the circuit design and purchase all the opposite elements you want. Every little thing’s listed within the description of Pillonel’s YouTube video and directions are on his web site. Alternatively, you possibly can buy a kit instantly from Pillonel’s retailer.
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