India, Sept. 2 -- Apple has updated its product lifecycle classifications just days before the iPhone 17 series launch on September 9, moving several older devices to its vintage and obsolete lists. The update reflects Apple's long-standing policy of phasing out support for ageing hardware as newer technology takes centre stage and users are encouraged to upgrade.

The iPhone XS and iPhone 8 Plus have now been placed on the vintage list. Apple defines vintage products as those discontinued more than five but less than seven years ago. These devices remain eligible for repairs at Apple Stores and authorised service providers, but only if replacement parts are available. The iPhone XS, launched in September 2018 and discontinued a year late...