Apple Declares iPhone 11 Pro, Watch Series 5 'Vintage'; Hardware Support Narrows

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Moneycontrol•01-01-2026, 10:57
Apple Declares iPhone 11 Pro, Watch Series 5 'Vintage'; Hardware Support Narrows
- •Apple adds iPhone 11 Pro, Apple Watch Series 5, and other devices to its 'vintage' product list.
- •Products become 'vintage' five years after last sale, indicating limited hardware support and parts availability.
- •The iPhone 11 Pro, still capable of running iOS 26, is a notable addition, signaling a narrowing window for official repairs.
- •'Obsolete' status follows after seven years, at which point Apple no longer guarantees any repairs or spare parts.
- •The 'vintage' list helps consumers set expectations about a device's practical service life and future repair options.
Why It Matters: Apple's 'vintage' label for devices like iPhone 11 Pro signals limited future hardware support and repairs.
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