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Apple Declares iPhone SE Obsolete: Say Goodbye to Support
3 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Apple's iPhone SE, released in 2016, is now officially obsolete.
- Obsolete devices lose all hardware and software support from Apple.
- Users express outrage online over the planned obsolescence.
Apple has now classified the iPhone SE, originally launched in March 2016, as obsolete. This designation means the company will cease all hardware service, including repairs and battery replacements, for the device. The iPhone SE was a smaller, more affordable alternative to the main iPhone lineup, celebrated for its compact design and the powerful A9 chipset.
Fans of the classic iPhone SE have taken to social media to express their dismay and anger over the obsolescence. Many users commented that their devices are still in good working condition and criticized Apple's policy as a push for consumers to spend more money on newer models. This move aligns with Apple's policy of considering devices obsolete seven years after discontinuation.
The iPhone SE's obsolescence follows other recent updates to Apple's list, including older MacBook models. While Apple cites the end of support as standard procedure, environmental advocates criticize the short lifespan of tech devices, contributing to e-waste. Users are encouraged to recycle their old devices responsibly.
