The new AirPods Max with USB-C are now available for pre-order at the same price of $549 as before. However, if you don’t mind the new colors or USB-C, you can buy the AirPods Max with Lightning ...

AirPods Max connected to a Mac via USB-C, with Bluetooth active. Note that the Sound menu drop-down (right) says USB Audio, but the Sound Settings (center) and Qobuz app (left) don’t verify this ...