Apple Retires iPhone SE and More in Latest Obsolete Update, Users Furious | Firstpost America
December 04, 2025, 10:54 PM ISTFirstpost America by Eric Ham
Apple has quietly expanded its list of vintage and obsolete devices, officially ending hardware repair support for five older products — including the much-loved first-generation iPhone SE. The update also adds the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2nd Gen), the Apple Watch Series 4 Hermès and Nike editions, and the Beats Pill 2.0 speaker. Once a device becomes “obsolete,” Apple and authorised service providers can no longer order parts or offer repairs, typically seven years after it goes off shelves. The first-gen iPhone SE, discontinued in 2018, was cherished for its compact size and affordability, making its retirement especially emotional for longtime fans. Online reactions poured in, with many mourning the end of an era as Apple continues its steady phase-out of older technology.
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Apple Retires iPhone SE and More in Latest Obsolete Update, Users Furious | Firstpost America
Apple has quietly added several older devices to its vintage and obsolete products list, meaning they will no longer receive hardware service or parts from Apple. The newly obsolete products include the first-generation iPhone SE, the second-generation iPad Pro, the Apple Watch Series 4 (only the special edition models), and the Beats Pill 2.0 speaker. The first-generation iPhone SE, discontinued in 2018, was a popular budget-friendly option and is now no longer supported for repairs. The iPad Pro second generation, launched in 2017, and the Apple Watch Series 4, introduced in 2018 with ECG readings, are also on the list. The move has prompted reactions from users who fondly remember the compact design of the original iPhone SE. Apple typically labels products as vintage after 5 years off the shelves, with full obsolescence following 7 years after discontinuation. This update serves as a reminder that even beloved Apple devices will eventually become unsupported.
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