Apple has officially trimmed its product lineup following the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro series on September 9. The company removed six older devices from its official roster, spanning iPhones, Apple Watch models, and AirPods, as part of its annual hardware refresh.
Which Apple devices were discontinued?
The newly discontinued products include:
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Apple Watch Series 11
- Apple Watch Ultra 3
- Apple Watch SE 2
- AirPods 4
These models have been replaced by newer versions in Apple’s lineup: the Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, Apple Watch SE 3, and AirPods 5. Apple’s strategy is to simplify its product range and give the latest hardware more prominence in stores.
What this means for buyers
While the discontinued devices are no longer listed on Apple’s official store, third-party retailers may still have remaining inventory. Shoppers looking for older Pro iPhones or Apple Watch models could see short-term discounts as sellers clear out stock ahead of the new generation’s dominance.
iPhone 18 Pro pricing and features
In India, the iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs. 1,64,900, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at Rs. 1,79,900. Both models include the new A20 Pro chip, a variable aperture camera, and Apple’s C2 modem. The standard iPhone 17 remains available as a lower-priced flagship option, since Apple did not announce a regular iPhone 18 at the September event. Reports suggest it may arrive in spring 2027.
AirPods 5 upgrades
Alongside the hardware refresh, Apple’s new AirPods 5 bring improved noise cancellation, Live Translation support, and Siri AI features compared with the outgoing AirPods 4.
Support continues for older devices
Being discontinued does not mean these products are immediately obsolete. Existing units will continue to receive software updates and repair support from Apple even after leaving the sales lineup.
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