Apple says these products are now obsolete
Apple today added the 12-inch MacBook (2017), iPad (6th generation), and BeatsX headphones to the list of obsolete products on its website.
Apple considers a product obsolete once seven years have passed since the product was last distributed for sale, including to resellers.
Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers are instructed to discontinue hardware service for obsolete products and therefore generally cannot order parts for these products. However, Apple says MacBooks may remain eligible for battery replacement for up to 10 years after distribution ends, subject to parts availability.
Apple completely discontinued the Intel-based 12-inch MacBook in 2019, and has yet to offer a sub-13-inch MacBook model with Apple silicon.
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