Whereas nearly all of Apple’s product lineup has been up to date over the previous few years, there are a handful of gadgets and equipment which are fairly previous. Under, we spotlight seven of the oldest and most obscure merchandise that Apple nonetheless sells in 2024.
Many of those merchandise are unlikely to be up to date ever once more, and it is unclear how lengthy Apple will proceed to promote them on its on-line retailer.
SuperDrive
Launched alongside the unique MacBook Air in 2008, the USB SuperDrive is an exterior CD/DVD drive. It stays accessible on Apple’s on-line retailer for $79, however you may want a USB-A to USB-C adapter to make use of it with a contemporary MacBook.
The final MacBook with a built-in CD/DVD drive was discontinued in 2016.
MagSafe Converter
For simply $9.99, you possibly can personal Apple’s tiny MagSafe to MagSafe 2 converter. This adapter permits Apple’s very-old Thunderbolt Show to cost an also-very-old MacBook Professional or MacBook Air geared up with a MagSafe 2 connector.
For these counting, Apple moved on to MagSafe 3 in 2021.
EarPods With 3.5mm Plug
Apple eliminated the headphone jack from the iPhone beginning with the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus again in 2016, nevertheless it continues to promote wired EarPods with a 3.5mm headphone plug for $19. It’s also possible to get EarPods with Lightning or USB-C.
Hey, Macs nonetheless have a headphone jack.
30-Pin to USB Cable
Nonetheless rocking out with an older iPod or iPhone? Apple has you lined with its 30-pin to USB cable, that includes breakthrough USB 2.0 know-how from the early 2000s.
Professional tip: you will get one for less expensive on Amazon if you really want one.
Mac Professional Safety Lock Adapter
Wish to hold your 2013 Mac Professional safe in 2024? Apple’s $49 adapter enables you to connect a appropriate Kensington lock to the pc.
We’re actually shocked Apple nonetheless sells this one.
Hyperlink Bracelet
Apple hasn’t up to date the stainless-steel Link Bracelet because the unique Apple Watch was launched in 2015. The band continues to be listed in its unique 38mm and 42mm sizes for $449, and it not completely matches the colours of some newer Apple Watch fashions.
Mac Professional Wheels
For the low worth of $699, you possibly can add wheels to your 2019 or newer Mac Professional tower, permitting it to roll round. Or, you may install them on a skateboard.
There’s additionally a Mac Pro feet kit for $299 on this financial system.