### iPhone 11 Pro, Apple Watch Series 5, and More Now Labeled as ‘Vintage’
Apple has a roster of products categorized as ‘vintage’ and ‘obsolete,’ which has recently been updated to include the iPhone 11 Pro, Apple Watch Series 5, among various other devices. This categorization illustrates Apple’s policy on the availability of repairs and service components for older technology.
#### Clarifying Vintage and Obsolete Terms
Apple characterizes ‘vintage’ products as those that have not been sold for over five years, while ‘obsolete’ products refer to those that have been discontinued for seven years or more. The differentiation is crucial: obsolete products are ineligible for any servicing, whereas vintage products may still receive repairs, though availability may be restricted.
#### New Entries to the Vintage Category
The most recent items included in Apple’s vintage list are:
– iPhone 11 Pro
– Apple Watch Series 5
– 2020 13-inch MacBook Air with Intel
– iPad Air 3 with Cellular
– iPhone 8 Plus (128GB variant)
Of these, the iPhone 11 Pro is notable, as it continues to receive the latest iOS updates. Currently, it is the oldest iPhone model capable of operating iOS 26.
#### Consequences for Users
While users can still secure repairs for the iPhone 11 Pro via Apple, its classification as vintage signifies that it will be rendered obsolete in two years, at which time repair options will cease to be available. This change serves as a prompt for users to evaluate their plans for upgrading or replacing devices as they near obsolescence.
For a full catalog of products identified as vintage or obsolete, users may visit Apple’s official support site.
