Apple usually discontinues select existing models after its annual hardware launch event, especially the ones that get updated with new versions. With Apple’s “Its Glowtime” launch event just days away, it is likely that the smartphone maker will stop making some products from the existing line-up such as select iPhone models, Apple Watches, AirPods, and much more.
Apple has been discontinuing the previous generation flagship iPhone models upon the launch of the new iPhone series since 2018. The company is said to follow the tradition this year as well. Here’s the list of devices that Apple could discontinue after the iPhone 16 series launch event on September 9.
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iPhones And Apple Watch To Get Discontinued
Last year’s iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are said to be discontinued soon to make room for the iPhone 16 Pro lineup. However, the standard iPhone 15 series models are expected to be available.
Apart from these, Apple could also discontinue the iPhone 14 Plus as well as 2021’s iPhone 13. The standard iPhone 13 is the only model from the 13 series that is still selling. However, the base iPhone 14 model could replace the company’s most affordable iPhone.
The company is also said to refresh both the standard Apple Watch and the Apple Watch Ultra line with new models. The Apple Watch Series 10 is expected to bring significant upgrades such as a bigger display, a new chip, and a slimmer chassis. The Apple Watch Ultra 3 could pack a more powerful new processor.
Apple might even launch a Watch SE3 model with a plastic body and an older generation chip. With the company likely updating the entire Apple Watch line, 2023’s Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 10 are said to be discontinued. Apple Watch SE2 might remain if the smartphone maker decides to push the launch of the third-gen Apple Watch SE to a later date.
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AirPods And iPads To Get Discontinued
Apple is said to replace both the AirPods second generation and AirPods third generation with two new AirPods 4 models. The standard AirPods 4 will replace the AirPods 3 and will bring some key upgrades such as ANC tech. A new entry-level AirPods 4 with a new design and updated audio drivers will likely replace AirPods in the lineup.
Apple could launch iPad models alongside the new iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the September 9 event. Apple is reportedly refreshing the iPad Mini and entry-level iPad with the latest Apple Silicon. If this turns out to be true, Apple might discontinue the existing iPad Mini sixth generation and iPad 10th generation models.