Apple Delists Mac, iPad Models After Last Week's Launches

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): Following the release of new Macs and iPads last week, Apple has removed several older-generation products from its website and online store, including the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air with M3, iPad Air with M2, and the tenth-generation iPad. Additionally, several older iPhone models were discontinued after the launch of the iPhone 16e last month.

Here’s a list of the Apple devices no longer available on the Apple online store in India:

iPads

The introduction of the new iPad Air featuring the M3 chip in 11-inch and 13-inch variants led to the removal of the iPad Air with M2, which launched last year. The tenth-generation iPad, powered by the A14 Bionic chip, has also been unlisted in favor of the newly launched iPad with the A16 chip.

The new iPad Air with M3 starts at Rs 59,900, while the iPad with A16 starts at Rs 34,900. Both models are available for pre-order in India, with retail availability beginning on March 12.

Macs

The launch of the M4-powered MacBook Air has led to the discontinuation of the MacBook Air with M3, which debuted in March 2023. The new model offers a chip upgrade, 16GB of unified memory in the base variant (up from 8GB), and a new 12MP Centre Stage camera.

Additionally, Apple has removed the Mac Studio with M2 Max and M2 Ultra from its desktop line-up, replacing it with a new Mac Studio featuring M4 Max or M3 Ultra chip options. Apple claims the M3 Ultra is its most powerful Apple Silicon yet, optimized for AI and machine learning tasks. The new Mac Studio also introduces Thunderbolt 5 ports.

The new MacBook Air starts at Rs 99,900, and the Mac Studio starts at Rs 2,14,900. Both are available for pre-order and will be available for sale from March 12.

iPhones

Following the launch of the iPhone 16e, Apple has discontinued the iPhone 14 and third-generation iPhone SE. Priced at Rs 59,900, the iPhone 16e is powered by a version of the A18 chip and supports Apple Intelligence features.