Which iPods and iPhones did Apple now label as “vintage” and “obsolete”?
The sixth generation iPod Touch is now officially considered “vintage,” while the iPhone 5s is now officially considered a “obsolete” product by Cupertino-based tech giant Apple.
Due to this development, hardware services and repairs for the iPhone 5s will no longer be provided by Apple Authorized Service Providers or Apple Stores. As per Apple policy, a product is considered obsolete if seven years have elapsed since its last sale.
Launched in September 2013, the iPhone 5s boasted a number of innovative features for its time. However, because it is now outdated, it will no longer receive software updates, including important security patches, increasing its vulnerability to security threats.
Additionally, it will result in incompatibilities with more recent software and apps, which will further reduce the device’s usability.
It is recommended that users recycle their old iPhone 5s through Apple’s recycling programs because of the sharp decline in their resale value. While there is still a chance to use third-party repairs, those services are unreliable. It is advisable to upgrade to a newer model to ensure optimal performance and ongoing support.
Apple has added the iPod Touch 6 to its “vintage” list in the interim. The iPod Touch 6, which was superior to the iPhone 5s and had many features similar to those of a phone thanks to its powerful Apple A8 processor, was modeled after the iPhone 6.
By Apple’s definition, a product is considered vintage if it has been out of production for more than five years but fewer than seven.
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