California-based tech giant Apple is gearing up for its much-awaited ‘Glow Time’ event, scheduled for September 9, 2024, at 10:30 pm IST. The event is expected to see the unveiling of the much-awaited iPhone 16 series, along with other devices. However, with new products on the horizon, several current Apple devices are also likely to be discontinued.
According to a recent report from 9To5Mac, here’s a rundown of Apple products that could be discontinued following the keynote.
iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max
Since the introduction of the iPhone XS and XR In 2018, Apple typically retired flagship iPhones a year after their debut, likely due to minimal differences between successive models, the publication reported.
According to the report, this trend suggests that the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max could be on their way out. The iPhone 15 Pro was notable for being Apple’s first iPhone with a titanium frame, and this is likely to be the last model with the current 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch screen sizes as the iPhone 16 Pro models are expected to sport larger displays. Additionally, the iPhone 15 Pro’s signature titanium blue color may not return in the upcoming series.
iPhone 14 Plus
The report says that iPhone 14 Plus The iPhone 14 Plus marked Apple’s return to offering a large, entry-level iPhone, following the less successful iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 13 mini. With its 6.7-inch display and long-lasting battery, it provided a more affordable alternative to the Pro Max models. The iPhone 14 Plus also revived the “Plus” branding after a hiatus since the iPhone 8 Plus. Given Apple’s pattern of discontinuing certain models while keeping others around longer, the iPhone 14 Plus may be discontinued, and the iPhone 14 will likely remain available for a bit longer.
iPhone 13
Introduced in 2021, the iPhone 13 The iPhone 13 brought with it notable improvements, such as longer battery life, a new camera system, and a smaller notch. It remains one of the oldest iPhones Apple currently offers. According to the report, if previous patterns hold, the iPhone 13 could be phased out and the iPhone 14 would take over at $599, at least until the iPhone SE 4 is released.
Apple Watch Series 9, Ultra 2 and SE 2
All three Apple Watch models could receive updates. The Series 10 is expected to have larger, more efficient displays, a slimmer profile, and possibly a new chipset. The Ultra 3 could receive a minor update, and the SE 3 is rumored to adopt a plastic casing to offer a more affordable option. If these updates do occur, the current model Series 9, Ultra 2 and SE 2 Models could be phased out.
AirPods 2 and AirPods 3
The AirPods 2, introduced in 2019, have been a popular entry-level option, while the AirPods 3, released in 2021, brought improvements like spatial audio. However, with the expected debut of two new AirPods 4 models (one entry-level and one mid-level), the AirPods 2 and AirPods 3 are likely to be discontinued. The new mid-tier AirPods are expected to include noise cancellation, a feature not present on the AirPods 2.
iPad mini 6 and iPad 10
Apple is also likely to update its More affordable iPads. The iPad mini 6 and iPad 10 could be replaced by new models, with possible updates including Apple Intelligence support, more storage, and Apple Pencil Pro support. Given Apple’s tendency to retire older models, both the iPad mini 6 and iPad 10 could be discontinued after the event.
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Published: 02 Sep 2024, 22:13 IST
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