A reality that was expected a few days ago, which we predicted could happen due to the arrival of Apple Intelligence and incompatibility with some iPhones, has come true. Third generation iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone SE are no longer officially sold in European Union countries. Because a new regulation will come into force that requires existing mobile phones to have a USB-C port. Let’s not forget that this type of input is only possible on the iPhone 15.

Apple distinguishes itself from older iPhones and iPhone 14 due to Lightning port

It is possible to watch different Apple Store Online Determining that it is no longer possible to purchase the iPhone models in question in many European countries, including Spain.. The regulation in question will become official as of tomorrow, Saturday, December 28, and will be valid for all models offered for sale after this date. As iPadizate, we think that the iPhone 14 will be discontinued like the iPhone 13 due to incompatibility with Apple Intelligence.Something that does not happen immediately but is fulfilled given the arrangement mentioned above.

Apple will stop sales of iPhone 14 and iPhone SE

The regions where the regulation will be valid are wondered. Northern IrelandAlthough geographically part of the United Kingdom, Yes, it will have to withdraw these iPhones since it is still part of the EU single market. The United Kingdom is no longer part of the region since 2020; This is a reality known historically as Brexit.

Will there be native alternatives to these iPhones?

The withdrawal of iPhone models with Lightning ports will be gradual, they are still available in some selected countries of the European Union, but it is only a matter of time before the withdrawal is completed. The only places they can be found are dealers, such as authorized distributors or operators, and some businesses. Where the electronics areas are until supplies run out.

Doesn’t exactly stand out from the current iPhone SE design

Due to the imminent release of the iPhone 17, the iPhone 14 would cease to exist in September 2025.It’s not the first time something has happened at Apple after an event. The iPhone SE will be replaced by the arrival of the fourth-generation iPhone SE next spring 2025. A major redesign is expected to accommodate the latest current iPhone models with Face ID Touch ID is being abandoned in iPhones to end this technology.

Unfortunately, there will not be a more economical model in the European Union for now. iPhone 15 will be the newest and cheapest iPhone arriving next spring The official premiere of the fourth generation iPhone SE, which many users have been waiting for a long time, was held.

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