Apple is expected to surprise us by presenting new members of its computer family during WWDC 2023 this month. But while some come to innovate, others’ days are numbered. As reported by the Bitten Apple company, The original 12-inch MacBook will be declared obsolete.

Apple’s rule is simple: Any product that is 5 years old since the company last distributed it is considered ‘classic’. It is considered ‘outdated’ after reaching 7 years from its last distribution.

The original 12-inch MacBook was retired in April 2016 following the release of a second-generation model with enhanced features. As of 30 June 2023, this has exceeded seven years.

What does it mean that this Mac is outdated?

This name means Apple will stop servicing device hardware, so it’s nearly impossible to repair them in the world’s Apple Stores. Only in some countries the maintenance of the batteries lasts for a maximum of 1 year. During service providers cannot order parts for obsolete products.

When it was released in 2015, The 12-inch MacBook had a thin and light design that weighed just two poundsand also It was Apple’s first fanless laptop. Pricing started at $1,299 with the original model’s standard features, including a 1.1GHz dual-core Intel Core M processor, integrated Intel graphics, 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD.

When designing the 12-inch MacBook, they also focused on other key aspects that made it stand out. These include the addition of a single USB-C port for charging and data transfer, the introduction of an all-new Force Touch trackpad, and a staggered battery design that allows maximum use of space in the laptop’s thin chassis, housing a larger battery. .

But, It was also arguably the first computer to feature a butterfly keyboard. It brought so many problems users and Apple that they will finally compensate them this 2023 and eventually have the company remove it from the MacBook line.