ServiceE. 2023
Apple Music Voice Plan
A Siri-only Apple Music subscription tier at a lower price. Discontinued in 2023 as Apple simplified plan options.
2021 — 2023· 2 yrsSource
297 legacies documented
Apple Graveyard
A cinematic archive of the hardware, software, and services Cupertino has quietly buried. Researched and written by an AI archivist.
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SoftwareE. 2023
Dark Sky (iOS app)
A hyperlocal weather app acquired by Apple in 2020. It was shut down in 2023 as its technology was integrated into Apple Weather.
2012 — 2023· 11 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2023
Lightning on iPhone
Apple’s reversible digital connector used on iPhones from iPhone 5 through iPhone 14. Apple switched iPhone 15 to USB‑C in 2023.
2012 — 2023· 11 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2023
Mac Pro (Intel, 2019)
The Intel-based modular Mac Pro relaunched the tower design. It was discontinued in 2023 in favor of the Apple silicon Mac Pro.
2019 — 2023· 4 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2023
My Photo Stream
A legacy photo sync feature that uploaded recent photos to iCloud without counting against storage. Apple ended it in 2023, pointing users to iCloud Photos.
2011 — 2023· 12 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2023
Touch Bar (MacBook Pro)
An OLED function-row replacement on select MacBook Pros. Apple phased it out with the 14/16‑inch redesign and ended it with the 13‑inch Pro’s discontinuation in 2023.
2016 — 2023· 7 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2023
iPhone 13 mini
The second 5.4‑inch ‘mini’ model. Apple discontinued it in 2023 as the lineup moved to larger devices.
2021 — 2023· 2 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2023
iTunes Movie Trailers (app)
Apple’s trailers app showcased upcoming films and theaters. It was retired in 2023 as the TV app absorbed trailers functionality.
2011 — 2023· 12 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2022
Apple TV HD (4th generation)
The first tvOS box with an App Store and Siri Remote. Discontinued in 2022 as Apple consolidated around Apple TV 4K.
2015 — 2022· 7 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2022
Beddit Cloud Service
Cloud syncing services for Beddit sleep trackers (acquired by Apple). Apple shut down the cloud service in 2022, moving data locally and to Health.
2013 — 2022· 9 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2022
OS X Server (macOS Server app)
Apple’s server OS evolved into a Mac App Store app with services like Profile Manager. Apple ended it in 2022 after deprecating most services.
1999 — 2022· 23 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2022
iCloud Documents & Data
An older document syncing system predating iCloud Drive. It was retired in 2022 when Apple migrated users to iCloud Drive.
2011 — 2022· 11 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2022
iPhone 12 mini
A compact 5.4‑inch iPhone form factor introduced with iPhone 12. It was dropped amid weaker demand for small flagships.
2020 — 2022· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2022
iPod touch (7th generation)
Final iPod model with an A10 chip and 4‑inch display. Apple discontinued the iPod line entirely in 2022.
2019 — 2022· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2021
HomePod (1st generation)
Apple’s original Siri-enabled smart speaker. It was discontinued in favor of HomePod mini and later a second‑generation HomePod.
2018 — 2021· 3 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2021
Music Memos (iOS)
A simple app for musicians to capture song ideas with beat and chord detection. Apple ended support in 2021 and suggested using Voice Memos/GarageBand.
2016 — 2021· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2021
iMac Pro
A Xeon-based, space gray all-in-one for pro workflows. Apple discontinued it as newer iMacs and Mac Studio configurations filled the niche.
2017 — 2021· 4 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2021
iTunes U (app/service)
A platform for free educational content distributed via iTunes and a dedicated iOS app. Apple discontinued it in favor of Apple Podcasts, Books, and Schoolwork.
2007 — 2021· 14 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2020
Apple USB Ethernet Adapter (USB‑A)
A 10/100 USB‑A Ethernet dongle for Macs without Ethernet. Quietly discontinued as USB‑C adapters became standard.
2008 — 2020· 12 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2020
Force Touch (Apple Watch)
Pressure-sensitive screen interactions on watchOS. Apple removed Force Touch in watchOS 7, shifting to long-press menus.
2015 — 2020· 5 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2020
Remote (Apple TV Remote app)
A standalone iOS app to control Apple TV and iTunes libraries. Discontinued as its functionality moved into Control Center and the TV app’s built-in remote.
2008 — 2020· 12 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2020
iBooks Author
An e‑book creation app for interactive textbooks and materials. It was discontinued, with Apple recommending Pages for book creation.
2012 — 2020· 8 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
32‑bit App Support on macOS
macOS supported 32‑bit apps for legacy compatibility. Support ended with macOS Catalina in 2019 to advance 64‑bit technologies.
2001 — 2019· 18 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2019
AirPower
A multi-device wireless charging mat announced in 2017 but never shipped. Apple canceled it in 2019 due to engineering challenges.
2017 — 2019· 2 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
Apple Music Connect Posts in iTunes
Artist posts and activity streams surfaced in iTunes. Removed as Connect was retired.
2015 — 2019· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2019
Apple Remote (aluminum)
A slim aluminum IR remote sold for Macs and Apple TV. Phased out as Siri Remotes and on-device controls took over.
2009 — 2019· 10 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
Apple TV ‘Computers’ (Home Sharing iTunes) emphasis
The classic Apple TV interface emphasized the ‘Computers’ app for iTunes Home Sharing. It was deemphasized as Apple TV shifted to apps and TV app focus.
2008 — 2019· 11 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
Dashboard
A macOS feature providing an overlay of mini-apps called widgets for quick access to information like weather and stocks. It was removed in macOS Catalina as its functionality was replaced by the Notification Center's 'Today View'.
2005 — 2019· 14 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
Dashboard (macOS)
A widgets layer introduced in Mac OS X Tiger. Removed in macOS Catalina after years of deprecation.
2005 — 2019· 14 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
Dashboard Weather/Stocks default widgets
Default widgets included with Dashboard like Weather, Stocks, and Calculator. Removed along with Dashboard in macOS Catalina.
2005 — 2019· 14 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2019
Find My Friends (app)
A standalone location-sharing app for iOS. It was merged into the unified Find My app in 2019.
2011 — 2019· 8 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2019
Find My iPhone (app)
Apple’s device-finding app that tracked lost devices and played sounds. It was replaced by the Find My app combining device and people tracking.
2010 — 2019· 9 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
Force Click in iOS (3D Touch actions)
Pressure-based shortcuts on iPhone home screen and in apps. Removed with the hardware sensor’s end and replaced by long-press Haptic Touch.
2015 — 2019· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2019
Mac Pro (2013)
The cylindrical Mac Pro emphasized dual GPUs but proved thermally constrained. It was discontinued when Apple returned to a modular tower in 2019.
2013 — 2019· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2019
MacBook (12-inch, Retina)
An ultra-thin, fanless 12-inch MacBook with a single USB‑C port. It was dropped due to performance and keyboard issues, and overlap with MacBook Air.
2015 — 2019· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2019
MagSafe 2 (T‑shaped)
A thinner revision of MagSafe introduced with Retina MacBook Pros. It was discontinued as Apple moved to USB‑C charging before later introducing MagSafe 3.
2012 — 2019· 7 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2019
iPod touch (6th generation)
A major speed bump bringing A8 performance. Superseded by the seventh generation in 2019.
2015 — 2019· 4 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2019
iTunes
A digital media player and store that revolutionized the music industry. Apple phased it out with macOS Catalina, splitting its features into separate Music, Podcasts, and TV apps to streamline the user experience.
2001 — 2019· 18 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2019
iTunes (for Mac)
Apple’s media jukebox/store app for music, video, and device sync on Mac. It was split into Music, TV, and Podcasts with macOS Catalina.
2001 — 2019· 18 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
iTunes Genius Mixes (legacy UI)
Automatically generated themed mixes within iTunes. The feature’s classic UI disappeared with the retirement of iTunes on macOS.
2008 — 2019· 11 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
iTunes Podcast Directory on iTunes (legacy)
The classic iTunes-based podcast directory on Mac was retired. Podcasts moved to the standalone Podcasts app on macOS Catalina.
2005 — 2019· 14 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2019
iTunes Visualizer Classic
Legacy iTunes visualizers included built‑in psychedelic animations. Deprecated with the transition to the Music app on macOS Catalina.
2001 — 2019· 18 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2018
3D Touch
A pressure-sensitive screen technology on iPhones that enabled 'Peek and Pop' gestures for shortcuts and content previews. It was replaced by the software-based Haptic Touch, which offered similar functionality without requiring specialized screen hardware.
2015 — 2018· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
AirPort Express
A compact Wi‑Fi base station that added AirPlay audio output. It was discontinued along with the rest of the AirPort line.
2004 — 2018· 14 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
AirPort Extreme (base station)
Apple’s higher-speed 802.11g/n/ac wireless base station line. Apple exited the router market in 2018 and discontinued the AirPort family.
2003 — 2018· 15 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
AirPort Time Capsule
A wireless router combined with a network-attached hard drive, designed for seamless backups with Time Machine software. Apple discontinued its AirPort line to narrow its focus on main consumer products like the iPhone and iPad.
2008 — 2018· 10 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2018
AirPort Utility for iOS (legacy v5)
The legacy app supporting older AirPort firmware lines. Effectively ended when AirPort hardware was discontinued in 2018.
2012 — 2018· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
Apple 30-pin to Lightning Adapter (old style)
An adapter to bridge 30‑pin accessories to Lightning devices. Apple later reduced focus on legacy accessories and discontinued some variants.
2012 — 2018· 6 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2018
Apple Developer ID ‘Mac App Store-only’ receipts (legacy)
The older receipt/DRM model tied to iTunes accounts for Mac apps. Superseded during the transition to the standalone Mac App Store frameworks and notarization.
2011 — 2018· 7 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2018
Apple Music Connect
An artist-to-fan social feature within Apple Music. Apple shuttered it due to low usage and shifted to artist pages and playlists.
2015 — 2018· 3 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2018
Apple News Publisher (legacy web tool)
The original web-based tool for submitting Apple News Format content. It was superseded by News Publisher in News and the API; older workflow was deprecated.
2015 — 2018· 3 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2018
Apple Photo Print Products (Photos app)
Apple’s first-party photo books, prints, and calendars service integrated in iPhoto/Photos. Discontinued in 2018 in favor of third‑party extensions.
2002 — 2018· 16 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
Apple USB Power Adapter (30‑pin 10W, legacy)
The 10W USB‑A power adapter commonly bundled with early iPads. Phased out as USB‑C PD and newer adapters took over.
2010 — 2018· 8 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
Apple Watch Edition (ceramic Series 2/3)
A high-end ceramic case option for Series 2 and 3. Removed from the lineup as Apple refreshed materials and pricing tiers.
2016 — 2018· 2 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2018
Back to My Mac
A MobileMe/iCloud feature enabling remote access to Macs via iCloud. Apple removed it in macOS Mojave, recommending alternatives like screen sharing and iCloud Drive.
2007 — 2018· 11 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2018
Back to My Mac (Screen Sharing via iCloud)
Remote screen sharing tunneled via iCloud. Removed with the broader Back to My Mac discontinuation.
2007 — 2018· 11 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2018
Back to My Mac (system pref pane)
The specific preference pane/UI component for configuring Back to My Mac. Removed when the service was discontinued with macOS Mojave.
2007 — 2018· 11 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2018
Cover Flow (iTunes/Finder)
A visual browsing interface for albums and files. Removed from macOS Mojave and modern Music app UIs.
2006 — 2018· 12 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2018
OpenGL (deprecated on macOS)
OpenGL remained in macOS for years but was deprecated in 2018 when Apple introduced Metal as the preferred graphics API. While still present, Apple ceased active development and encouraged migration.
1998 — 2018· 20 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2018
QuickTime 7 for Mac (32‑bit)
Legacy QuickTime 7 frameworks and player on macOS. They were removed with macOS Mojave’s deprecation of 32‑bit technologies.
2005 — 2018· 13 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2018
QuickTime Pro (license)
A paid license that unlocked editing/export features in QuickTime Player 7. Discontinued with the retirement of QuickTime 7 technologies.
1999 — 2018· 19 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2018
Subpixel font antialiasing (macOS)
A font smoothing technique tuned for LCD subpixels. Apple removed it in macOS Mojave as display technologies and scaling changed.
2001 — 2018· 17 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
Thunderbolt to Ethernet/FireWire Adapters (Apple)
Apple’s first-party Thunderbolt 1/2 adapters for Ethernet and FireWire 800. Eventually discontinued as Thunderbolt 3/USB‑C became standard and third-party options proliferated.
2012 — 2018· 6 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2018
Time Travel (Apple Watch)
A watchOS feature that let users scrub the Digital Crown to preview past/future complications. It was removed in watchOS 5 as complications and Siri watch face evolved.
2015 — 2018· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
iPhone SE (1st generation)
An iPhone 6s-class device in an iPhone 5s body. Replaced by larger-screened models and a later SE generation.
2016 — 2018· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2018
iPhone X
The first OLED, Face ID iPhone with a bezel-less design. It was discontinued after one year as XS/XS Max replaced it.
2017 — 2018· 1 yrSource
ServiceE. 2018
iTunes LP
An enhanced album package format for iTunes with interactive content. Apple ended new submissions in 2018 as streaming eclipsed downloads.
2009 — 2018· 9 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2018
iTunes LP (authoring tool within iTunes)
Creation tools and templates inside iTunes for LP packages. Ended when Apple halted new iTunes LP submissions.
2009 — 2018· 9 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2017
AIM in iChat
iChat’s AIM support enabled messaging with the AOL network. Ended when AIM shut down and Apple moved to Messages/iMessage.
2002 — 2017· 15 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2017
Telnet/FTP clients in macOS
The command-line telnet and ftp clients shipped for decades in macOS/OS X. They were removed in macOS High Sierra for security and obsolescence.
1984 — 2017· 33 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2017
Workflow (iOS app)
A third‑party automation app acquired by Apple and later rebranded as Shortcuts. The original Workflow app was discontinued from sale.
2014 — 2017· 3 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2017
iAd Producer
A tool to build rich-media iAd content. It was discontinued after Apple wound down the iAd network.
2010 — 2017· 7 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2017
iChat AV to AIM video (legacy)
Video chat interoperability with AIM networks via iChat AV. Ended as AIM shut down and iChat was replaced by Messages.
2003 — 2017· 14 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2017
iPad Pro 9.7‑inch
A smaller iPad Pro variant with True Tone and Pencil support. Replaced by the 10.5‑inch iPad Pro with thinner bezels and A10X.
2016 — 2017· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2017
iPod nano (7th generation)
Final nano with a 2.5‑inch display and Bluetooth. Discontinued alongside iPod shuffle as Apple simplified the lineup.
2012 — 2017· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2017
iPod shuffle (4th generation)
Final shuffle with VoiceOver support and physical buttons. Discontinued in 2017 as Apple focused on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch for music.
2010 — 2017· 7 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2016
3.5mm Headphone Jack on iPhone
A standard analog headphone port present on iPhones through 6s/SE. Apple removed it starting with iPhone 7 to save space and promote wireless audio.
2007 — 2016· 9 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2016
Apple Battery Charger (AA)
A low-self-discharge AA charger bundled with Apple rechargeable batteries. Discontinued as Apple moved focus to built-in rechargeable accessories.
2010 — 2016· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2016
Apple TV (3rd generation)
An A5-based 1080p streaming box with the classic Apple TV interface. Discontinued as Apple shifted to the app-based Apple TV (4th gen) platform.
2012 — 2016· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2016
Apple Thunderbolt Display
A 27-inch display with Thunderbolt and MagSafe power. Apple discontinued it, later offering the Studio Display and third‑party options.
2011 — 2016· 5 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2016
Apple Thunderbolt Display (MagSafe 1)
Included built‑in MagSafe 1 power tail for notebooks. Discontinued with the display itself as USB‑C charging took over.
2011 — 2016· 5 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2016
Apple USB SuperDrive (built‑in in Macs)
Built‑in optical drives gradually disappeared from Mac notebooks and iMacs. Apple removed the feature as software distribution and media moved online; an external USB SuperDrive remained available.
2001 — 2016· 15 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2016
Apple Watch Edition (18‑karat gold)
A luxury 18‑karat gold version of the original Apple Watch. Discontinued after one year amid limited demand; Edition later shifted to ceramic/titanium.
2015 — 2016· 1 yrSource
SoftwareE. 2016
Game Center (standalone app)
Apple’s social gaming app for iOS. The standalone app was removed in iOS 10 as Game Center became a service API only.
2010 — 2016· 6 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2016
Glances (Apple Watch)
A quick-look UI accessed by swiping up on early Apple Watches. It was replaced by the Dock in watchOS 3 to streamline multitasking.
2015 — 2016· 1 yrSource
ServiceE. 2016
Mac OS X Dashboard Widgets Download Site
Apple hosted a gallery for Dashboard widgets on apple.com. It was closed as Dashboard usage waned.
2005 — 2016· 11 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2016
MacBook Air (11-inch)
The smaller MacBook Air variant emphasized portability. Apple discontinued it to simplify the lineup around larger screens.
2010 — 2016· 6 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2016
QuickTime 7 for Windows
QuickTime multimedia framework for Windows PCs. Apple ended support in 2016, advising users to uninstall due to security concerns.
2005 — 2016· 11 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2016
QuickTime for Windows
The Windows version of Apple's multimedia framework. Apple deprecated the software after security vulnerabilities were discovered, officially advising PC users to uninstall it to protect their systems.
1991 — 2016· 25 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2016
XProtect Runtime (Snow Leopard-era)
The early implementation of Mac malware definitions in OS X. Eclipsed by modern XProtect/ MRT/ Gatekeeper architectures in later macOS versions.
2009 — 2016· 7 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2016
iAd (Apple mobile ad network)
Apple’s in‑app advertising platform for iOS. It was discontinued after limited traction versus competitors.
2010 — 2016· 6 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2016
iAd Workbench
A self-serve portal for creating and managing iAd campaigns. Closed when the iAd network shut down.
2013 — 2016· 3 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2016
iOS Classic Voice Control (pre‑Siri) on modern devices
The pre‑Siri voice command system introduced with iPhone 3GS. Phased out on newer devices as Siri became the default assistant.
2009 — 2016· 7 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2016
iOS Game Center (Friends invites)
In-app friend requests and social feeds exposed via the Game Center app. Removed when the app was scrapped and GameKit APIs continued without social feeds.
2010 — 2016· 6 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2016
iPhone Headset Remote (3‑button analog standard)
Analog in-line remote standard with 3.5mm EarPods for iPhone. Effectively ended with the removal of the headphone jack.
2008 — 2016· 8 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2016
iTunes Allowance
A feature letting parents set monthly iTunes Store credit for children. Apple ended the program in 2016, suggesting Family Sharing as an alternative.
2005 — 2016· 11 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2016
iTunes Radio (free stations)
Ad-supported streaming radio within iTunes and iOS Music. Apple ended the free tier in 2016 to focus on Apple Music subscriptions.
2013 — 2016· 3 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2015
Aperture Vaults (MobileMe backup)
Aperture’s vault backup feature integrated with MobileMe/iDisk. Became obsolete when Aperture and MobileMe were discontinued.
2005 — 2015· 10 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2015
Apple TV (2nd generation) YouTube support
YouTube support was removed from Apple TV (2nd gen) when Google updated APIs. The aging hardware could no longer support the new API.
2010 — 2015· 5 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2015
Beats Music
A subscription music service acquired by Apple with Beats. It was shut down in 2015 as users were migrated to Apple Music.
2014 — 2015· 1 yrSource
FeatureE. 2015
Newsstand (iOS)
A folder-like feature that organized periodical apps with background downloads. Replaced by Apple News and regular folders in iOS 9.
2011 — 2015· 4 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2015
QuickTime VR
An extension of QuickTime enabling panoramic and object movies. It became obsolete and was dropped as modern 3D/VR frameworks emerged.
1994 — 2015· 21 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2015
iPad mini (1st generation)
The original 7.9‑inch iPad mini with A5 chip. Discontinued as Retina minis and newer models took over.
2012 — 2015· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2015
iPhone 5c
A polycarbonate-bodied iPhone 5 refresh aimed at lower price points. It was discontinued as Apple simplified the lineup around newer models.
2013 — 2015· 2 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2015
iPhoto
A consumer photo library and editing app bundled with iLife. Replaced by Photos in OS X Yosemite/El Capitan era.
2002 — 2015· 13 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2015
iPod touch (5th generation)
A redesigned iPod touch with 4‑inch display and Lightning. Replaced by the sixth generation with faster internals.
2012 — 2015· 3 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2015
iTunes Sidebar Ping/Genius Mixes UI
Legacy interface elements in older iTunes releases. Removed as iTunes evolved and then was replaced by Music on macOS.
2008 — 2015· 7 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2014
Aperture
A professional photo editing and management application for macOS. Apple ceased its development to focus on the more consumer-friendly Photos app, which integrated better with its iCloud ecosystem.
2005 — 2014· 9 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2014
Target Display Mode (iMac)
A feature allowing iMacs to act as external displays via DisplayPort/Thunderbolt. Removed with 5K iMacs due to bandwidth and later macOS changes.
2009 — 2014· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2014
iPod Classic
The original iPod line, famous for its click wheel and massive storage for '1,000 songs in your pocket.' Apple discontinued it as the market shifted to multifunction devices like the iPhone and streaming music services gained popularity.
2001 — 2014· 13 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2014
iPod Out (BMW integration)
A feature that mirrored iPod UI on supported car infotainment. Superseded by iPod/iPhone integration and later by CarPlay.
2010 — 2014· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2014
iPod Radio Remote
An in-line remote with FM radio for iPods via the dock connector. Discontinued as newer devices and streaming made it less relevant.
2006 — 2014· 8 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2014
iPod classic (6th generation)
The hard-drive based iPod rebranded as “classic.” It was discontinued in 2014 as flash-based devices and streaming overtook hard‑drive music players.
2007 — 2014· 7 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2013
Cards (iOS app)
An Apple app for creating and mailing physical greeting cards. Discontinued after two years due to limited usage.
2011 — 2013· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2013
LED Cinema Display (27-inch)
A 27-inch LED-backlit display using Mini DisplayPort. It was discontinued as Apple standardized on Thunderbolt connectivity.
2010 — 2013· 3 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2013
Logic Express
A mid-tier version of Logic aimed at prosumers. Discontinued as Apple simplified the line around Logic Pro X.
2004 — 2013· 9 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2013
iPod touch (4th generation)
Added front and rear cameras with a Retina display. Discontinued as newer models offered better performance.
2010 — 2013· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2012
30‑pin Dock Connector
A wide accessory/data connector used on iPods, iPhones, and iPads. It was replaced by Lightning in 2012 to save space and add reversibility.
2003 — 2012· 9 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
Apple Backup (MobileMe/.Mac)
A backup utility for .Mac/MobileMe users to back up to iDisk or discs. Discontinued with the end of MobileMe.
2002 — 2012· 10 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
Dashboard Developer (Dashcode)
Dashcode helped developers build Dashboard widgets and simple web apps. It was discontinued as Dashboard was deprecated and web workflows changed.
2006 — 2012· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2012
FireWire (on Macs/iPods)
Apple’s IEEE 1394 interface enabled fast external storage and DV video workflows, and early iPod syncing. It was phased out in favor of USB 2/3 and Thunderbolt.
1999 — 2012· 13 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2012
MagSafe (original)
The first MagSafe power connector for Mac notebooks. It was replaced by the thinner MagSafe 2 as designs slimmed down.
2006 — 2012· 6 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
MobileMe
Apple’s consumer cloud service for email, sync, Gallery, and iDisk. It was shut down in 2012 and replaced by iCloud.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
MobileMe Bookmarks (Safari sync)
Cross-device Safari bookmark syncing under MobileMe. Replaced by iCloud syncing.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
MobileMe Contacts (web)
Web-based contacts manager in MobileMe. Migrated to iCloud Contacts.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
MobileMe Find My iPhone (free for newer devices)
Find My iPhone became free on newer iOS devices under MobileMe. It was folded into iCloud’s Find My services after 2012.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
MobileMe Gallery
A web gallery for sharing photos and videos. It shut down with MobileMe in 2012, replaced by iCloud services.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
MobileMe Gallery (Apple TV channel)
An Apple TV channel for viewing MobileMe photos. Removed when MobileMe shut down.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
MobileMe Gallery Screensaver (Mac)
A screensaver option pulling images from MobileMe Gallery. Removed when the service ended.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
MobileMe Gallery iOS app
An app to view and share MobileMe photo galleries. Discontinued with the shutdown of MobileMe.
2009 — 2012· 3 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
MobileMe Gallery public sharing links
Link-based public galleries for photos and videos. Removed with the end of MobileMe.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
MobileMe Keychain Sync
Synchronized passwords and keychain items via MobileMe. Replaced by iCloud Keychain after 2013.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
MobileMe Mail (me.com)
The email component of MobileMe using me.com addresses. It was migrated to iCloud Mail when MobileMe closed.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
MobileMe Sync Services
Frameworks that synced contacts/calendars/bookmarks across devices. Superseded by iCloud when MobileMe ended.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
MobileMe iCal (web)
Web-based calendar service as part of MobileMe. Replaced by iCloud Calendar when MobileMe closed.
2008 — 2012· 4 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
MobileMe iDisk Sync (Windows/Mac)
A desktop sync client mapping iDisk as a local folder. It ended alongside MobileMe in 2012.
2000 — 2012· 12 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
MobileMe iWeb Hosting
Web hosting for sites created with iWeb. Closed with MobileMe’s shutdown in 2012.
2006 — 2012· 6 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
Ping
A music-focused social network built into iTunes, allowing users to follow artists and see friends' listening habits. The service failed to gain traction and was shut down due to low user engagement.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
Ping (iTunes social network)
A music-centric social network inside iTunes. Apple shut it down due to low engagement, integrating with Twitter and Facebook instead.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
Ping Gift/Song Post (feature)
Social posts of purchased songs and gifting within Ping. Removed with the shutdown of the Ping service.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
Safari for Windows
Apple’s Safari browser was briefly offered on Windows. It was discontinued with no further updates after 2012.
2007 — 2012· 5 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
X11.app (Apple’s X11)
Apple’s packaged X11 server for Mac OS X. Discontinued with OS X Mountain Lion; users were directed to XQuartz instead.
2003 — 2012· 9 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
Xgrid
A distributed computing system for clustering Macs. It was quietly discontinued as Apple focused on other technologies.
2004 — 2012· 8 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
iChat
Apple’s AIM/Jabber video chat client for Mac. It was replaced by Messages on OS X Mountain Lion.
2002 — 2012· 10 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
iDisk
A personal cloud storage drive for iTools/.Mac/MobileMe users. Discontinued when MobileMe shut down and iCloud launched.
2000 — 2012· 12 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
iOS Cover Flow (Music app)
A visual album-browsing mode in the iPod/Music app. It was removed in iOS 7’s redesign and later iOS versions.
2007 — 2012· 5 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
iOS Ping purchase posts
Automatic posts to Ping when buying tracks. Removed when Ping closed.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
iOS Ping social sharing
iTunes Ping sharing hooks embedded in iOS Music. Removed when Ping was discontinued.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
iOS YouTube app (Apple-made)
A preinstalled YouTube app built by Apple. Removed in iOS 6; Google later provided its own App Store app.
2007 — 2012· 5 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2012
iOS iPod app (pre‑Music)
The original ‘iPod’ branded music app on iPhone. Replaced by the Music app name and icon with iOS 5/6 era.
2007 — 2012· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2012
iPad (3rd generation)
The first Retina iPad, released in March 2012. It was unusually short‑lived, replaced just seven months later by the 4th generation with Lightning and A6X.
2012 — 2012· 0 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2012
iPhone Dock (30‑pin universal)
A universal 30‑pin dock accessory for charging and audio out. Discontinued with the switch to Lightning.
2007 — 2012· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2012
iPod Socks
Colorful knit sleeves sold as a fun iPod accessory. Discontinued as case/accessory trends moved on.
2004 — 2012· 8 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2012
iPod nano (6th generation)
Square, clip-on design with multitouch screen. Replaced by the larger, iOS-like seventh generation.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
iPod nano Watch Faces (6th gen)
Apple offered watch-style clock faces on the square iPod nano. The feature ended when the 6th gen nano was replaced by the 7th gen.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
iTunes Ping (Artist Profiles)
Artist profile pages and activity feeds within iTunes’ Ping network. Removed when Ping was shut down due to low adoption.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2012
iTunes Ping Sidebar
UI elements in iTunes that integrated Ping social features. Removed when Ping shut down due to low usage.
2010 — 2012· 2 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2012
iWork.com (beta)
A document-sharing service for iWork files. It was shut down in 2012 with users moved to iCloud.
2009 — 2012· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2011
Apple Cinema Display
Apple’s line of DVI/ADC LCD monitors for Macs. It was phased out in favor of the Thunderbolt Display and later options.
1999 — 2011· 12 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2011
Apple Color Emoji (pre-2011 bitmap style)
Early emoji glyphs on iOS used a different bitmap design. They were replaced with the modern vector-based set as platforms unified.
2008 — 2011· 3 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2011
Apple Color Emoji old glyph set (pre‑iOS 5)
Early emoji art style on iPhone in Japan and then globally changed by iOS 5. The older set was replaced by updated Unicode-aligned designs.
2008 — 2011· 3 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2011
Apple DVD Player (PowerPC Rosetta requirement)
On some early Intel Macs, DVD Player relied on Rosetta/PowerPC components. Rosetta’s removal ended those legacy dependencies as Apple updated DVD Player.
1998 — 2011· 13 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
Color (Final Cut Studio)
A professional color grading application included in Final Cut Studio. Discontinued as Apple reimagined pro video tools around FCP X and third parties.
2006 — 2011· 5 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
DVD Studio Pro
A professional DVD authoring tool. It was discontinued as optical media declined and workflows moved to files and streaming.
2001 — 2011· 10 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2011
Exposé (as standalone brand)
Window management feature showing all open windows or app windows. It was unified into Mission Control in OS X Lion.
2003 — 2011· 8 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
Final Cut Pro 7 (classic)
The last release of the pre‑X Final Cut Pro in Final Cut Studio. Discontinued when Apple launched Final Cut Pro X and ended Final Cut Studio.
2009 — 2011· 2 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
Final Cut Server
Asset management and workflow automation for video teams. Apple discontinued it, recommending third‑party solutions.
2007 — 2011· 4 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
Final Cut Studio
A professional video suite bundling Final Cut Pro, Motion, LiveType/Compressor, Color, and Soundtrack Pro. Discontinued with the release of Final Cut Pro X.
2005 — 2011· 6 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
Front Row
A 10‑foot media interface for Macs controllable with the Apple Remote. Removed in OS X Lion as Apple prioritized Apple TV and iTunes.
2005 — 2011· 6 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2011
Front Row (Apple Remote support on Macs)
System integration that launched Front Row with the Apple Remote. Removed in OS X Lion as Apple streamlined media playback on Mac.
2005 — 2011· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2011
MacBook (Polycarbonate)
The consumer MacBook replaced the iBook with Intel processors. Apple ended it in favor of unibody aluminum designs and later the MacBook Air.
2006 — 2011· 5 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
QuickTime Broadcaster
A live streaming encoder for QuickTime Streaming Server. Discontinued as modern HTTP streaming and third‑party tools took over.
2002 — 2011· 9 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
Rosetta (PowerPC translation)
A binary translation layer allowing PowerPC apps to run on Intel Macs. It was removed in OS X Lion as the Intel transition matured.
2006 — 2011· 5 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2011
Save As… (classic default behavior)
The traditional Save As workflow was replaced by Auto Save and Duplicate in OS X Lion. Apple shifted document models to versioned autosave by default.
1984 — 2011· 27 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
Soundtrack Pro
An audio editing/mixing app paired with Final Cut Studio. Discontinued alongside Final Cut Studio in 2011.
2004 — 2011· 7 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2011
Spaces (original, pre‑Mission Control)
The original virtual desktops feature introduced in Leopard. It was folded into Mission Control with OS X Lion.
2007 — 2011· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2011
Xserve
Apple’s rack-mount server offered Mac OS X Server on dedicated hardware. It was discontinued as Apple exited dedicated server hardware, pointing customers to Mac Pro/Mac mini alternatives.
2002 — 2011· 9 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
iDVD
DVD authoring software in the iLife suite. Discontinued as optical media declined and Macs dropped SuperDrives.
2001 — 2011· 10 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2011
iWeb
A template-based website creation tool in the iLife suite that allowed users to create and publish websites without coding. It was discontinued as Apple shifted its focus to the iCloud ecosystem and away from personal web hosting.
2006 — 2011· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2010
Apple TV (1st generation)
The original Apple TV with a hard drive and rentals via iTunes. Replaced by the streaming-focused 2nd generation; services support later ended.
2007 — 2010· 3 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2010
Java for Mac OS X (Apple-provided)
Apple maintained its own Java runtime for Mac OS X. It was deprecated in 2010 as Oracle and the OpenJDK project took over distribution.
2000 — 2010· 10 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2010
QuickTime Streaming Server (Darwin)
Apple’s streaming server, open-sourced as Darwin Streaming Server. Development ceased as Apple moved toward HTTP Live Streaming.
1999 — 2010· 11 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2010
iPod nano (5th generation)
Added a video camera and FM radio to the nano line. Replaced by the square, touch-screen sixth generation.
2009 — 2010· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2010
iPod shuffle (2nd generation)
A tiny, clip-on aluminum shuffle. Eventually replaced by the buttonless third generation.
2006 — 2010· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2010
iPod shuffle (3rd generation)
Smaller, buttonless shuffle controlled via in-line remote. Apple reverted to physical buttons with the fourth generation.
2009 — 2010· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2010
iPod touch (2nd generation)
Slimmer iPod touch with improved performance and App Store support. Superseded by third generation with more power and storage.
2008 — 2010· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2010
iPod touch (3rd generation)
Boosted processor and storage, aligning with iPhone 3GS capabilities. Replaced by the camera-equipped fourth generation.
2009 — 2010· 1 yrSource
FeatureE. 2010
iSight name (rebranding to FaceTime HD)
Apple phased out the iSight branding for cameras, moving to FaceTime/FaceTime HD. The change reflected the FaceTime service roll-out.
2003 — 2010· 7 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2009
Apple Mighty Mouse
A multi-button mouse with a touch-sensitive shell and scroll ball. Discontinued and replaced by the Magic Mouse; the name was dropped after a trademark dispute.
2005 — 2009· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2009
Apple Remote (plastic, white)
An IR remote bundled with early Intel Macs and Apple TV 1st gen. Replaced by the aluminum Apple Remote and later Siri Remote.
2005 — 2009· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2009
Apple TV Remote (white plastic)
Bundled with the first Apple TV and early Macs for media control. Replaced by the aluminum remote and later Siri Remote.
2007 — 2009· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2009
Apple USB Modem
A USB dial-up modem accessory for Macs without built-in modems. It was dropped as dial-up usage declined and broadband became standard.
2005 — 2009· 4 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2009
AppleTalk
A proprietary suite of networking protocols for Mac computers, making it easy to connect printers and share files. It was phased out in favor of the industry-standard TCP/IP, with support completely removed in Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard.
1985 — 2009· 24 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2009
AppleTalk (protocol)
Apple’s legacy networking protocol suite used by classic Macs and printers. macOS 10.6 removed AppleTalk support as the industry standardized on TCP/IP.
1985 — 2009· 24 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2009
AppleTalk Filing Protocol over AppleTalk
AFP over AppleTalk was used for file sharing on classic networks. It was removed in Snow Leopard as Apple standardized on TCP/IP and SMB/AFP over TCP.
1988 — 2009· 21 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2009
QuickDraw (classic 2D API)
The original 2D graphics API for classic Mac OS and early OS X. It was removed as Quartz/Core Graphics and modern frameworks replaced it.
1984 — 2009· 25 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2009
Shake
A high‑end compositing application used in film VFX. Apple discontinued it and encouraged use of Motion and third‑party tools.
2002 — 2009· 7 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2009
iPod nano (4th generation)
Tall, curved aluminum design with accelerometer. Superseded by the fifth-generation model with camera and FM radio.
2008 — 2009· 1 yrSource
SoftwareE. 2009
iSync
A synchronization app for phones, PDAs, and iCal/Address Book using Sync Services. Discontinued as iPhone and iCloud supplanted its use cases.
2003 — 2009· 6 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2008
.Mac (dot‑Mac)
A paid subscription service that evolved from iTools. Migrated to MobileMe in 2008 and later to iCloud.
2002 — 2008· 6 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2008
Apple Photo Gallery (.Mac)
Online photo galleries for .Mac subscribers. Migrated to MobileMe Gallery and then to iCloud-era services.
2002 — 2008· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2008
Apple iSight (external)
A FireWire external webcam branded iSight. Discontinued as Apple moved to built-in cameras on Macs and displays.
2003 — 2008· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2008
Mini‑DVI
A small DVI variant used on Intel Macs like early MacBooks. Superseded by Mini DisplayPort as Apple adopted DisplayPort/Thunderbolt.
2003 — 2008· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2008
Mini‑VGA
A compact video connector used on iBooks and early PowerBooks. It was replaced by Mini‑DVI and later Mini DisplayPort.
2002 — 2008· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2008
Xserve RAID
A rack-mounted RAID storage system for Xserve deployments. Apple discontinued it as third-party SAN/NAS options became preferred.
2003 — 2008· 5 yrsSource
ServiceE. 2008
iCards
An Apple-run electronic greeting cards service. It ended amid the transition from .Mac to MobileMe.
1996 — 2008· 12 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2008
iMovie HD (iMovie ‘06)
The timeline-based iMovie ‘06, later offered as a download after iMovie ‘08’s rewrite. Eventually discontinued as Apple moved forward with the new iMovie architecture.
2006 — 2008· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2008
iPod Camera Connector
An accessory that allowed certain iPods to import photos from cameras over USB. Discontinued as newer devices and workflows emerged.
2005 — 2008· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2008
iPod nano (3rd generation)
Wider body added video playback on a 2‑inch display. Replaced by the tall, curved fourth-generation nano.
2007 — 2008· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2008
iPod touch (1st generation)
An iPhone-like iPod with multitouch and Wi‑Fi, without cellular. Replaced by faster, camera-equipped later generations.
2007 — 2008· 1 yrSource
SoftwareE. 2007
AppleWorks
Apple’s integrated office suite (formerly ClarisWorks). Discontinued in favor of iWork and modern document formats.
1991 — 2007· 16 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2007
AppleWorks for Kids (bundles)
Education bundles of AppleWorks tailored for schools. Ended alongside AppleWorks’ discontinuation and the move to iWork.
1993 — 2007· 14 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2007
Classic Environment (on Intel/PPC)
A compatibility layer to run Mac OS 9 apps within Mac OS X on PowerPC Macs. It was removed with Mac OS X Leopard and never supported on Intel Macs.
2001 — 2007· 6 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2007
Sherlock
An internet search and file indexing tool bundled with Mac OS. Superseded by Spotlight and Dashboard widgets, and removed by Leopard.
1998 — 2007· 9 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2007
iPod (5th generation, Video)
The first iPod with video playback on a 2.5‑inch display. Replaced by the iPod classic with larger capacities.
2005 — 2007· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2007
iPod Hi-Fi
A high-fidelity speaker system designed for the iPod. Despite its good sound quality, it was criticized for being overpriced and lacking features like a radio, leading to its discontinuation after only a year and a half.
2006 — 2007· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2007
iPod Hi‑Fi
An Apple-branded speaker system with a 30‑pin dock. It was discontinued after slow sales and the rise of third‑party speakers.
2006 — 2007· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2007
iPod nano (2nd generation)
Aluminum-bodied nano with more storage and colors. Superseded by the video-capable third generation.
2006 — 2007· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2006
Power Mac G5
Apple’s last PowerPC tower line, known for performance and noise/heat. It ended with the transition to Intel-based Mac Pro.
2003 — 2006· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2006
PowerBook G4
Apple’s pro PowerPC notebooks in titanium and aluminum designs. They were replaced by Intel-based MacBook Pro models in 2006.
2001 — 2006· 5 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2006
WebObjects (commercial)
Apple’s enterprise web application server and framework. Apple ceased selling it in 2006 and later open-sourced parts; it lives on only as legacy tech.
1996 — 2006· 10 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2006
eMac
An all-in-one CRT-based Mac for education markets. It was replaced by lower-cost iMac models with LCDs.
2002 — 2006· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2006
iBook
Apple’s consumer notebook line, first in clamshell, then white polycarbonate designs. It was discontinued and replaced by the Intel-based MacBook.
1999 — 2006· 7 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2006
iMac G5
The first iMac with a flat-panel LCD in a thin enclosure. It was replaced by Intel-based iMacs in 2006.
2004 — 2006· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2006
iPod nano (1st generation)
A flash-based, ultra-thin iPod replacing the mini. Replaced by a more durable aluminum-bodied second generation.
2005 — 2006· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2006
iPod shuffle (1st generation)
A screenless flash MP3 player with USB stick form factor. Replaced by a clip-on second generation.
2005 — 2006· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2005
Apple Pro Mouse
A buttonless optical mouse with a clear shell. Replaced by the Mighty Mouse which added scroll and multi-button features.
2000 — 2005· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2005
iPod (4th generation)
Adopted the click wheel and improved battery life. It was replaced by video-capable fifth‑generation models.
2004 — 2005· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2005
iPod mini (1st generation)
A smaller iPod using Microdrive storage. Discontinued and replaced by the flash‑based iPod nano.
2004 — 2005· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2005
iPod mini (2nd generation)
A refresh with new colors and improved battery life. Retired the same year as Apple pivoted to the nano line.
2005 — 2005· 0 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2005
iPod photo
A premium iPod with a color screen and photo display capability. Folded into the main iPod line as color screens became standard.
2004 — 2005· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2004
Apple Display Connector (ADC)
A proprietary connector that combined DVI, USB, and power for Apple displays. It was dropped in favor of standard DVI connections.
2000 — 2004· 4 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2004
HyperCard
A hypermedia authoring tool that inspired the web and countless educational stacks. Discontinued after years of stagnation and platform shifts.
1987 — 2004· 17 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2004
iMac G4
The iMac G4 featured a dome base and articulated LCD on a chrome arm. It was replaced by the more conventional iMac G5 design.
2002 — 2004· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2004
iPod (3rd generation)
Introduced the 30‑pin dock connector and a slimmer design. Discontinued in favor of the click‑wheel fourth‑generation iPod.
2003 — 2004· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2003
iMac G3
The colorful, all-in-one CRT iMac revitalized Apple. It was discontinued as LCD iMacs took over.
1998 — 2003· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2003
iPod (2nd generation)
Added touch-sensitive wheel and Windows support via Musicmatch. Replaced by the slimmer, dock-connector third‑generation model.
2002 — 2003· 1 yrSource
SoftwareE. 2002
Mac OS 9 (Classic Mac OS)
The last major release of the classic Mac OS line. Officially ended in 2002 as Apple held a ‘funeral’ and moved fully to Mac OS X.
1999 — 2002· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2002
iPod (1st generation)
The original FireWire-based 5GB iPod with a mechanical scroll wheel. It was superseded by higher-capacity and Windows-compatible models.
2001 — 2002· 1 yrSource
ServiceE. 2002
iTools
A free suite of internet services for Mac users, including @mac.com email and iDisk cloud storage. It was a direct precursor to MobileMe and iCloud, but was discontinued in favor of the paid .Mac subscription service.
2000 — 2002· 2 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2001
Apple CD-ROM Setup (classic)
Classic utility for CD-ROM drivers and audio control on Mac OS. Obsoleted by Mac OS X and modern hardware support.
1991 — 2001· 10 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 2001
Classic Mac OS Help Viewer
The help system used in classic Mac OS. Replaced by Apple Help Viewer in Mac OS X.
1991 — 2001· 10 yrsSource
FeatureE. 2001
Classic Mac OS Printing (Chooser-based)
Printer selection and networking via the classic Chooser app. Replaced by modern Print & Fax preferences and CUPS under Mac OS X.
1984 — 2001· 17 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2001
Power Mac G4 Cube
A small, fanless desktop noted for its industrial design but high price. Poor sales led Apple to suspend then discontinue it.
2000 — 2001· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 2000
Apple USB Mouse (Hockey Puck)
A round USB mouse bundled with the iMac G3. Its unpopular ergonomics led to its replacement by the Apple Pro Mouse.
1998 — 2000· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 2000
Power Mac G3 (Blue & White)
The Blue & White G3 tower introduced a new design and improved I/O like FireWire and USB. It was replaced by the Power Mac G4.
1999 — 2000· 1 yrSource
SoftwareE. 1999
QuickDraw 3D / RAVE
Apple’s early 3D API and hardware abstraction layer. Discontinued as the industry standardized on OpenGL and later Metal.
1995 — 1999· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1998
ADB (Apple Desktop Bus)
A low-speed serial bus for keyboards, mice, and other peripherals. Abandoned with the iMac’s move to USB in 1998.
1986 — 1998· 12 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 1998
ClarisWorks
An integrated suite by Apple’s Claris subsidiary that became AppleWorks. Retired as Apple rebranded and transitioned to AppleWorks and later iWork.
1988 — 1998· 10 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1998
GeoPort
A serial interface and telecom architecture used on some 1990s Macs. It was dropped due to reliability issues and the shift to USB.
1993 — 1998· 5 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 1998
MacPaint
A pioneering bitmap paint program bundled with early Macs. It was discontinued long after being superseded by more advanced graphics tools.
1984 — 1998· 14 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1998
Newton MessagePad
An early personal digital assistant (PDA) with handwriting recognition. Despite its innovation, it suffered from high cost and imperfect software, leading Steve Jobs to discontinue the line upon his return to Apple.
1993 — 1998· 5 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1998
SCSI on Macs (built‑in)
Parallel SCSI was the primary storage interface on early Macs. It was replaced by IDE/ATA and later FireWire/USB.
1986 — 1998· 12 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1998
eMate 300
An education-focused Newton laptop with a rugged green case. Discontinued with the cancellation of the Newton platform.
1997 — 1998· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 1997
Apple Color OneScanner
Color-capable SCSI scanners sold by Apple. Discontinued as Apple exited the scanner/peripherals market.
1991 — 1997· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1997
Apple LaserWriter
Apple’s PostScript laser printers helped usher desktop publishing. The line was discontinued as Apple exited the printer business.
1985 — 1997· 12 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1997
Apple Network LaserWriter
Ethernet-capable LaserWriter models for workgroups. Retired when Apple left the printer hardware business.
1988 — 1997· 9 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1997
Apple Network Server
A line of IBM-powered enterprise servers running AIX. Discontinued after a short run as Apple realigned its server strategy.
1996 — 1997· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 1997
Apple OneScanner
A flatbed scanner line for Macs. Discontinued as Apple refocused its hardware portfolio and left peripherals like scanners to third parties.
1991 — 1997· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1997
Apple Pippin
A multimedia platform licensed to Bandai, primarily marketed as a video game console. The Pippin was expensive, underpowered, and had a small software library, failing to compete with established players like Sony and Nintendo.
1996 — 1997· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 1997
Apple StyleWriter
Apple’s consumer inkjet printer line co-developed with Canon. Dropped when Apple left the printer market in the late 1990s.
1991 — 1997· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1997
Macintosh Performa line
The Performa brand repackaged consumer Macs for retail chains with bundled software. The branding was dropped as Apple simplified its lineup under Steve Jobs.
1992 — 1997· 5 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 1997
OpenDoc
A component software framework for compound documents. Apple abandoned it amid reorganization and changing developer priorities.
1993 — 1997· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1997
Pippin (multimedia console)
A multimedia console platform licensed to Bandai as @WORLD and Katz Media in the US. It failed commercially and was abandoned after a brief market run.
1996 — 1997· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 1997
QuickTake (camera line)
An early line of consumer digital cameras, including QuickTake 100/150/200. Canceled in 1997 as Apple cut non-core products.
1994 — 1997· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1997
QuickTake 200
A final QuickTake model with removable lenses, co-developed with Fujifilm. It was short-lived before Apple exited cameras entirely.
1997 — 1997· 0 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1996
Apple ImageWriter
A dot‑matrix printer family for the Apple II and early Mac. Discontinued as inkjet and laser printers took over.
1983 — 1996· 13 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 1996
Copland (OS project)
An ambitious next‑gen Mac OS that never shipped. It was canceled, leading Apple to acquire NeXT and build Mac OS X.
1994 — 1996· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1996
Power Macintosh 6100
One of the first PowerPC-based Macs, offering a transition from 680x0 processors. It was replaced by newer Power Macintosh models.
1994 — 1996· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1996
Power Macintosh 7100
A mid-range first-generation PowerPC Macintosh. It was discontinued as faster second-generation Power Macs arrived.
1994 — 1996· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1996
Power Macintosh 8100
A high-end first-generation PowerPC Macintosh. It gave way to later PowerPC models with better performance and features.
1994 — 1996· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1996
QuickTake 100
One of the first consumer digital cameras, co-developed with Kodak. Discontinued as the QuickTake line was canceled in 1997.
1994 — 1996· 2 yrsSource
ServiceE. 1996
eWorld
An early online service from Apple, providing email and news in a cartoonish, town-square interface. It was expensive and couldn't compete with the rapidly expanding open web and services like AOL, leading to its swift closure.
1994 — 1996· 2 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 1995
A/UX
Apple’s UNIX for 68k Macs combining UNIX with Mac OS GUI. Discontinued as Apple pursued other OS directions and later Mac OS X.
1988 — 1995· 7 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1995
Macintosh Quadra 950
A flagship 68040-based tower for professional use. It was retired as Apple transitioned to PowerPC-based Power Macintosh systems.
1992 — 1995· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1995
NuBus
An expansion bus used in early Macs like the Macintosh II family. Apple moved to PCI, ending NuBus support.
1987 — 1995· 8 yrsSource
SoftwareE. 1994
MacWrite
The original word processor for the Macintosh. It faded as ClarisWorks and Microsoft Word became standard.
1984 — 1994· 10 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1993
Apple II
The Apple II family launched the company into the mass market for personal computers. It was phased out through the early 1990s as Apple transitioned to the Macintosh and later platforms.
1977 — 1993· 16 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1993
Apple IIe
The Apple IIe was a highly popular, enhanced Apple II with better expandability and text display. It was eventually discontinued as the Macintosh line took over and schools moved to newer platforms.
1983 — 1993· 10 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1993
Macintosh IIci
A popular mid-range Macintosh offering strong performance and expandability. It was succeeded by the Quadra series.
1989 — 1993· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1993
Macintosh IIfx
A high-end Macintosh II variant known for speed and specialized I/O. It was discontinued as the Quadra and later PowerPC lines emerged.
1990 — 1993· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1993
Macintosh IIsi
A cost-reduced Macintosh II with fewer slots. It was discontinued as Apple moved to the Quadra and then Power Macintosh lines.
1990 — 1993· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1993
Macintosh Quadra 700
One of the first Quadra models with a 68040 CPU aimed at professionals. It was replaced by faster Quadra and PowerPC systems.
1991 — 1993· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1992
Apple IIGS
The Apple IIGS brought 16-bit processing and advanced graphics to the Apple II family. It was discontinued as Apple ended the Apple II platform in the early 1990s.
1986 — 1992· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1992
Macintosh Quadra 900
A high-end tower with multiple NuBus slots and 68040 CPU. It was quickly superseded by the Quadra 950.
1991 — 1992· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 1991
Macintosh IIcx
A compact version of the IIx with similar capabilities. It was replaced by the IIci and Quadra models.
1989 — 1991· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1991
Macintosh IIx
An enhanced Macintosh II with a 68030 CPU and improved performance. It was phased out as even faster models arrived.
1988 — 1991· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1991
Macintosh SE/30
A high-performance compact Mac using the 68030 CPU. It was replaced by newer Macs as Apple updated the line.
1989 — 1991· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1990
Apple IIc
A compact, portable Apple II with built-in peripherals. It was discontinued as the Apple II line wound down in favor of Macintosh.
1984 — 1990· 6 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1990
Macintosh II
Apple’s first modular, expandable Macintosh with color graphics support. It was succeeded by faster Macintosh IIx/IIcx/IIci models.
1987 — 1990· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1990
Macintosh Plus
The Macintosh Plus added SCSI and more RAM to the early Mac line. It was retired as Apple moved to faster 68030-based models.
1986 — 1990· 4 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1990
Macintosh SE
The SE offered expansion slots and an internal hard drive option. It was discontinued when the SE/30 and Classic lines superseded it.
1987 — 1990· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1986
Lisa
Apple’s Lisa was a pioneering GUI-based business computer. High cost and low sales led Apple to discontinue it and focus on the Macintosh.
1983 — 1986· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1986
Macintosh 512K
A memory-bumped successor to the original Macintosh. It was discontinued in favor of the Macintosh Plus and SE which offered expansion and SCSI.
1984 — 1986· 2 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1985
Macintosh 128K
The original Macintosh introduced the GUI to Apple’s mainstream lineup. It was quickly replaced by higher-memory successors like the Macintosh 512K and Plus.
1984 — 1985· 1 yrSource
HardwareE. 1982
Apple II Plus
The Apple II Plus was a revised Apple II with expanded memory and Applesoft BASIC. It was succeeded by the Apple IIe with improved capabilities.
1979 — 1982· 3 yrsSource
HardwareE. 1977
Apple I
Apple’s first computer was a hand-built, single-board kit sold without a case or keyboard. It was replaced by the far more successful Apple II, and production ceased in 1977.
1976 — 1977· 1 yrSource