Apple Marks Three Intel MacBook Models as Obsolete

Apple Inc. designated three Intel-based MacBook models as obsolete, effectively ending standard hardware service for the devices. The affected hardware includes the 2018 Retina MacBook Air, the 13-inch 2018 MacBook Pro with four Thunderbolt 3 ports, and the 13-inch 2017 MacBook Pro with two Thunderbolt 3 ports.

These models previously held vintage status, which permitted repairs based on parts availability. Under the new obsolete classification, Apple Stores and Authorized Service Providers will no longer source replacement parts for these machines. A limited exception remains for battery-only repairs, which the company provides for up to ten years from a product's last sale, provided parts are available.

While official support has ceased, third-party repair shops can still service the devices. This transition marks a broader shift as all Intel-based MacBooks are now classified as either vintage or obsolete, completing the company's move toward its own in-house silicon processors.