Apple Ends Hardware Support for Three Intel MacBook Models

Apple has officially ended standard hardware support for three Intel-based MacBook models, moving them from its vintage to obsolete products list. The affected devices are the 13-inch MacBook Pro from 2017 with two Thunderbolt 3 ports, the 13-inch MacBook Pro from 2018 with four Thunderbolt 3 ports, and the 2018 Retina MacBook Air. This designation, which took effect around August 31, 2026, means Apple will no longer provide repair services or replacement parts for these laptops through its retail stores or authorized service providers. The move is part of Apple's ongoing transition away from Intel processors to its own Apple silicon chips. The company stopped selling Intel-based Macs in 2023, and this latest step further narrows the support window for older machines. Under Apple's policy, products are classified as vintage five years after they were last distributed for sale and become obsolete after seven years. The three MacBooks in question have now crossed that seven-year threshold. For owners of these now-obsolete laptops, the practical consequence is a significant reduction in repair options.