Raise a glass for the iPhone 6 Plus - Apple has officially declared it as outdated, meaning they won't be servicing or repairing it anymore. The iPhone 6 Plus, launched alongside the iPhone 6 in September 2014, has reached the end of its support journey after a solid two-year run. While the smaller iPhone 6 still hangs on, its days are also numbered.
Back in the day, the iPhone 6 series was a game-changer for Apple, introducing bigger screens and Apple Pay. But time flies in the tech world, and newer, more powerful iPhones have since taken the spotlight.
For most folks, upgrading their iPhone every 3-4 years is the norm, though some stretch it to 5-6 years with battery replacements. This news basically nudges iPhone 6 Plus owners to consider an upgrade.
In other updates, the 4th gen iPad mini has also hit the 5-year mark where Apple will still offer limited service based on part availability. And interestingly, the (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 8 and 8 Plus are now considered "vintage" while other colors remain current, adding a quirky twist to the mix.