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Apple Updates Vintage and Obsolete Product Lists, Impacting iPhones and iPads

The iPhone 7 Plus and select iPhone 8 models are now vintage, while the iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 2 have moved to obsolete status, ending official repair support.

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2 more iPhones are now considered vintage by Apple, check if you are using one

Overview

  • Apple has added the iPhone 7 Plus and the 64GB and 256GB variants of the iPhone 8 to its vintage products list as of May 21, 2025.
  • Devices classified as vintage are eligible for repairs only if parts are available, limiting service options for affected users.
  • The iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 2 have transitioned from vintage to obsolete status, making them ineligible for official repairs or parts from Apple or authorized providers.
  • The 128GB iPhone 8 model remains excluded from the vintage list due to its extended sales period, highlighting Apple's nuanced classification criteria.
  • Apple’s vintage and obsolete product policies reflect its approach to balancing device longevity with repair and supply chain logistics.