A new year is upon us, and Apple has quickly updated its catalog of vintage and obsolete devices. Among the recent additions is the renowned Apple Watch Series 4, along with one of the last Intel-based Macs released by the company.
Apple Watch Series 4 has officially been classified as a vintage product
As of now, every variant of the Apple Watch Series 4 is deemed “vintage” globally (according to MacRumors). This classification includes the aluminum and stainless steel models available in 40mm and 44mm sizes. Introduced in September 2018, the Apple Watch Series 4 represented the first significant redesign of the wearable, featuring larger displays, thinner bezels, and rounded corners.
However, the Series 4 is recognized for more than just its aesthetic changes. Just days before Apple’s event, official images of the device were leaked by DMN, along with those of the iPhone XS.
In case you’re not aware, Apple labels a product as “vintage” when it has been out of circulation for over five years. Once a product has been unavailable for more than seven years, it is classified as obsolete. Products considered vintage can still be repaired if parts are available, whereas obsolete products are not eligible for repairs.
With the launch of watchOS 11 this year, Apple has officially concluded software support for the Apple Watch Series 4, which received watchOS 10 as its final significant update.
In a related announcement, Apple has added the 2019 15-inch MacBook Pro to its list of vintage items. This model was the last 15-inch MacBook Pro introduced by Apple, subsequently replaced by the 16-inch MacBook Pro in the same year, marking the final model with an Intel processor. Unlike the Series 4, the 2019 MacBook Pro is still capable of running the latest version of macOS.
In July 2024, devices such as the iPhone X, first-generation AirPods, and the original HomePod were also marked as vintage.
For a comprehensive view of all vintage and obsolete products, visit Apple’s official website.
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