Apple Announces Lists of iPhones That Is Outdated in 2026, No Longer for Sale
- Apple has shared a new list of older model iPhones classified as vintage and obsolete
- the company said Obsolete iPhones will no longer receive repairs or spare parts from the company
- While vintage devices may still get limited repairs, depending on parts availability
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Apple has released an updated list of iPhone models that are now classified as either “vintage” or “obsolete,” marking the end of hardware service support for several older devices worldwide.
In a new statement released on its official website, a phone is considered obsolete when Apple stopped distributing them for sale more than seven years ago.
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Accordinf to the company once a product is declared obsolete, Apple discontinues all hardware service, and authorised service providers can no longer order replacement parts.
It also noted that products are considered obsolete regardless of when they were purchased.
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Vintage iPhones
Apple classifies products as vintage when they stopped being distributed for sale more than five years ago but less than seven years ago.
Vintage devices may still receive limited service support, depending on parts availability.
The following iPhones are now listed as vintage worldwide:
- iPhone 4
- iPhone 5
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone X
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
Apple added that in France, specific statutory warranty rules apply.
Owners of certain iPhones, Mac laptops, and iPads purchased after stated dates may obtain service and parts for up to seven years from when the product model was last supplied for distribution in France.
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Obsolete iPhones
The following models are now considered obsolete worldwide:
- iPhone
- iPhone 3G
- iPhone 3G
- iPhone 3GS
- iPhone 3GS
- iPhone 4
- iPhone 4
- iPhone 4
- iPhone 4
- iPhone 4S
- iPhone 4S
- iPhone 5C
- iPhone 5S
- iPhone 6
- iPhone 6 Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone SE
With these classifications, users of affected devices may no longer be able to access official repair services or replacement parts through Apple and its authorised providers.
The update reflects Apple’s long-standing policy of phasing out support for older hardware as newer technologies and software requirements evolve.
iPhone with low resale value
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that market data suggests several older iPhone models could see their resale value plunge significantly in 2026 as buyers increasingly demand newer features, longer software support, and stronger battery performance.
With smartphone technology evolving at a rapid pace, devices that once commanded premium prices are now struggling in the second-hand market.
Analysts say models that no longer receive major software updates, security patches, or hardware improvements are losing appeal among buyers who want future-proof devices.
As a result, some iPhones are expected to attract little demand next year, especially as Apple continues to roll out more advanced models. Industry watchers note that while some of these devices are still functional, resale pricing depends heavily on buyer perception, longevity, and support status.
Source: Legit.ng
