As 2025 comes to a close, a notable shift in Apple’s product strategy has become clear. The company has officially discontinued 20 devices during 2025, marking one of its most significant annual lineup changes in recent years.
Newer models have already replaced many retired products with improved performance, modern hardware, and enhanced software support. The move highlights Apple’s ongoing effort to streamline its portfolio and align its offerings with evolving user expectations.
Once Apple discontinues a device, it is no longer sold through official Apple channels, including Apple Stores and the company’s online shop. However, consumers may still find limited stock through third-party retailers or secondary markets, depending on availability.
Apple Discontinued These 25 Products This Year https://t.co/p83XxoJGNc pic.twitter.com/RHb1cgdMGD
— MacRumors.com (@MacRumors) December 24, 2025Buyers should note that discontinued devices typically receive reduced long-term support, particularly for future software updates and repairs.
According to a MacRumors report, the list includes products from multiple Apple categories that were phased out throughout the year as part of routine refresh cycles.
Apple has not framed the move as a reduction, but rather as a transition toward newer generations that better reflect current technology standards and customer demand.
Consumers planning to purchase Apple hardware are advised to review the discontinued list carefully and consider newer alternatives for longer software support and improved performance.
Apple’s Discontinued iPhones in 2025
| Model | Notes / Replacement |
|---|---|
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | Replaced by iPhone 17 Pro Max |
| iPhone 16 Pro | Replaced by iPhone 17 Pro |
| iPhone 15 Plus | — |
| iPhone 15 | — |
| iPhone 14 Plus | — |
| iPhone 14 | — |
| iPhone SE | Replaced by iPhone 16e |
Apple’s Discontinued iPads in 2025
| Model | Notes / Replacement |
|---|---|
| iPad Pro (M4 chip) | Replaced by M5 chip version |
| iPad Air (M2 chip) | Replaced by M3 chip version |
| iPad 10 | Replaced by A16 chip version |
Apple’s Discontinued Apple Watches in 2025
| Model | Notes / Replacement |
|---|---|
| Apple Watch Ultra 2 | Replaced by Ultra 3 |
| Apple Watch Series 10 | Replaced by Series 11 |
| Apple Watch SE 2 | Replaced by SE 3 |
Apple’s Discontinued Mac Products in 2025
| Model | Notes / Replacement |
|---|---|
| Mac Studio (M2 Max, M2 Ultra) | Replaced by M4 Max and M3 Ultra |
| MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 chip) | Replaced by M5 |
| MacBook Air 13″ & 15″ (M3 chip) | Replaced by M4 |
| MacBook Air 13″ (M2 chip) | — |
Apple’s Other Discontinued Apple Products in 2025
| Product | Notes / Replacement |
|---|---|
| AirPods Pro 2 | Replaced by AirPods Pro 3 |
| Vision Pro (M2 chip) | Replaced by M5 version |
| MagSafe Charger (Qi 2) | Replaced by Qi 2.2 |
| 30W USB‑C Power Adapter | Replaced by 40W Dynamic Power Adapter |
| Lightning to 3.5mm Audio Cable | Replaced by USB‑C to 3.5mm Audio Cable |
| MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter | — |
