Apple discontinues 15 popular devices worldwide after launching new iPhone

Move is part of company’s strategy to refresh its product lineup and replace several older devices with updated versions featuring new processors and improved performance

CALIFORNIA: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-March 11th, 2026) Technology giant Apple has quietly discontinued the production of 15 widely used gadgets across the world following the launch of its new smartphone lineup.

The move is part of the company’s strategy to refresh its product lineup and replace several older devices with updated versions featuring new processors and improved performance.

According to available details, a total of 15 Apple products have now been removed from the company’s official lineup. Interestingly, some of these devices were introduced only about six months ago, while the oldest product on the list dates back to 2019.

As part of the update, the iPhone 16e has been replaced with the newer iPhone 17e. Similarly, the iPad Air (M3) models have been upgraded and replaced with versions powered by the more advanced M4 chip.

Industry analysts say Apple regularly retires older products to simplify its lineup and encourage users to shift toward devices equipped with the latest processors and features.

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Market experts say the discontinuation of these devices signals Apple’s continued shift toward newer chip architectures and next-generation hardware, which the company believes will deliver better performance, energy efficiency and enhanced user experience.