The Apple products that bid farewell in 2024: what did this year leave us?
Goodbye to past iPhones
This year, Apple discontinued three iPhone models, all replaced by their successors. Although it is a common practice, the models that leave the catalog are usually remembered by users.
iPhone 13
After three years on the market, the iPhone 13 leaves the catalog to make room for the newer models. Its successors, the iPhone 14, 15, and the recently launched iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, now occupy its place.
iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max
True to Apple’s strategy, the ‘Pro’ models are only available for a year. This year, the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max gave way to the more advanced iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max.
Changes in the iPad family
The arrival of five new iPad models in 2024 meant the discontinuation of four previous versions. Each of them marked an important stage in the history of Apple’s tablet line.
iPad mini (6th generation)
The iPad mini 6 revolutionized its range in 2021 with a redesigned look and compatibility with the advanced Apple Pencil. This year, it gave way to the anticipated iPad mini 7.
iPad Air (5th generation)
The iPad Air 5, famous for incorporating the M1 chip, also bid farewell in favor of the iPad Air 6. This new model, available in two sizes, takes performance to the next level with the M2 chip.
iPad Pro (M2)
With the arrival of the new 2024 iPad Pro models, equipped with the M4 chip and cutting-edge displays, the M2 models have been left in the past.
Complete renovation in the Mac lineup
Apple discontinued up to eight Mac models, all replaced by more powerful and modern versions.
iMac M3
The iMac M3, which shared a design with the iconic iMac M1, left the catalog to make way for the new iMac M4, with more power and slight aesthetic adjustments.
MacBook Pro M3
The 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with the M3 chip also left the market after a year on sale. Now, the models with the M4 chip take their place.
Mac mini M2
The Mac mini M2, the last one to maintain the classic design of the line, was replaced by a more compact and powerful model with the M4 chip.
Apple Watch, AirPods, and accessories
In addition to the iPhones and Macs, Apple also discontinued some iconic accessories and wearables this year.
Apple Watch Series 9
With the introduction of the Apple Watch Series 10, Apple stopped selling the Series 9, a model that is now replaced by a more advanced device.
AirPods 2 and 3
After five years on the market, the AirPods 2 bid farewell, followed by the AirPods 3, which gave way to the AirPods 4, with improvements in design and technology.
Lightning accessories
Finally, Apple completed its transition to USB-C, removing all Lightning accessories from its catalog, including keyboards, mice, and trackpads.
Is it the end of a cycle or an opportunity to move forward?
Although many of these products are no longer available in Apple stores, they can still be found on second-hand platforms or in residual stock. This 2024 was not only a year of goodbyes but also of . What will the next year bring us?
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