Apple has recently added almost a dozen items to its vintage roster, signaling the beginning of the journey to obsolescence. This update was initially spotted by the Apple-focused tech website Mac Rumors. So, which Apple items are now regarded as vintage?

To summarize: the iPhone 11 Pro Max and every model of the Apple Watch Series 3. The iPhone 11 Pro Max debuted in 2019, while the Series 3 was introduced in 2017. Notably, the standard iPhone 11 Pro has not been classified as vintage, suggesting that Apple may still supply the device to resellers for the time being.

What does it mean to be on the vintage list? At the moment, not a great deal. It merely signifies that the item is becoming outdated. Generally, an item is added to the list five years after Apple stops selling it, but the company will proceed to offer service and parts. Major changes only take place five years later. Five years following its vintage listing, Apple may categorize the item as obsolete, which would mean it will no longer receive support.

Therefore, being vintage is the initial step toward obsolescence. There’s a metaphor for life hidden within that somewhere.