Archive · 3 Sep 2025
Apple's iPhone 17 Launch to Retire Older Models
Apple is preparing for a new iPhone launch, expected in September.
This means newer phones will be introduced, and some older models will be removed from Apple's store.
iPhones like the 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, 15, and 15 Plus will likely be discontinued.
The new Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 will also arrive, leading to older Apple Watches no longer being sold.
Some older iPhones and iPads will be moved to vintage or obsolete status, meaning they might not get repairs anymore.
Apple will launch the iPhone 17 series in September, with other new products.
The iPhone 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, 15, and 15 Plus are expected to be discontinued.
New Apple Watch Series 11 and Watch Ultra 3 are coming, replacing older models.
iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone XS will be moved to the vintage category.
Some older iPads and MacBooks will become obsolete.
- Who
- Apple
- What
- Launching iPhone 17 and discontinuing older devices
- When
- September (Expected)
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- To refresh product lineup
- Event Date
- September 9 (Expected)
- New Products
- iPhone 17 series, Apple Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, possibly new AirPods Pro
- Discontinued iPhones
- iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus
- Discontinued Apple Watches
- Apple Watch Series 10, Watch Ultra 2, possibly Watch SE 2
- Vintage Category Updates
- iPhone 8 Plus (64GB/256GB), iPhone XS
- Obsolete Devices
- iPad (5th gen), 11-inch MacBook Air (2015), some 2017 MacBook Pro models
