Apple axes 15 gadgets used by millions after latest iPhone launch — full list of affected devices

Apple has quietly reshaped its product lineup following the launch of its newest iPhone, and the changes are significant. The tech giant has removed a number of familiar devices from its official store as it rolls out updated versions of its hardware.

In total, 15 Apple gadgets have now been discontinued. Some of the devices were released only months ago, while others had been on sale for years. The move reflects Apple’s ongoing strategy of replacing older hardware with newer models powered by updated chips and technology.

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Why did Apple discontinue these devices?

Apple regularly updates its product lineup whenever new hardware is introduced, and the latest refresh is one of the largest in recent years.

The changes arrived alongside the launch of the newest iPhone. As Apple introduced updated devices powered by newer chips, several existing models were quietly removed from sale.

For example, the iPhone 16e has now been replaced by the newer iPhone 17e as Apple updates its smartphone lineup, as per a report by The US Sun.

Similarly, the M3-powered iPad Air models have been replaced by updated versions that now run on Apple’s newer M4 chip.

The MacBook Air lineup has also been refreshed. Earlier M4 versions of the laptop have been superseded by the latest M5 MacBook Air models.

One particularly surprising removal is the 13-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip and 512GB storage.

That model only launched in October, meaning it remained available for less than six months before Apple dropped it from the lineup. Apple’s new base configuration now starts with the 1TB version, which comes at a higher price, as per a report by The US Sun.

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Which Apple gadgets have been removed from the lineup?

A total of 15 products have now been phased out of Apple’s official catalog.

These include devices across several categories such as iPhones, iPads, MacBooks and display products, as per a report by The US Sun.

The discontinued devices include:

iPhone 16e with A18 (2025)

11-inch iPad Air with M3 (2025)

13-inch iPad Air with M3 (2025)

13-inch MacBook Air with M4 (2025)

15-inch MacBook Air with M4 (2025)

13-inch MacBook Pro with M5 and 512GB storage (2025)

14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro (2024)

16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro (2024)

14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Max (2024)

16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Max (2024)

Mac Studio with M3 Ultra and 512GB memory (2025)

Studio Display with A13 Bionic (2022)

Pro Display XDR (2019)

Pro Stand for Pro Display XDR (2019)

Pro Display XDR VESA Mount Adapter (2019)

Among them, the oldest device being retired is the Pro Display XDR, first introduced in 2019.

The monitor has now been replaced by a new model called the Studio Display XDR.

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What happens to discontinued Apple products now?

When Apple discontinues a device, it does not mean the product stops working or becomes unsupported.

Instead, the change simply means the device will no longer be sold through Apple’s official retail stores or online shop.

Customers who already own the gadgets will continue to receive software updates, technical support and repair services for years to come.

For Apple, the decision is part of its normal product cycle, where older models gradually make way for the latest hardware as the company pushes forward with newer technology.

FAQs

What happens when Apple discontinues a product?

It simply means Apple stops selling the device through its stores and website.

Will discontinued Apple gadgets still receive support?

Yes. Apple says the devices will continue getting software updates, repairs and technical assistance for years.