Apple adds the Apple TV HD to its obsolete list despite it running tvOS 26 and now users want a new 4K model more than ever

Date:
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:54:25 +0000

Description:
The Apple TV HD is now 'obsolete', even though it's working perfectly fine
for happy users.

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2017 MacBook Air is 'vintage' A lot of users are confused, as the Apple TV HD is still getting tvOS 26 updates It could mean a new Apple TV 4K is coming this year Apple has added three more devices to its lists of obsolete and vintage products, and its caused a bit of confusion as all three are still in widespread use and one in particular, the 32GB Apple TV HD , is still very popular.

The tech giant updated its support page yesterday (March 31), declaring the 32GB Apple TV HD and iPad Mini 4 , both which were launched in 2015,
obsolete. It also added the 2017 13-inch MacBook Air to its list of vintage devices. What does this mean for users who still use these devices? For the 32GB Apple TV HD and iPad Mini 4, it means theyre no longer eligible for repair services at Apple, so youll have to rely on third-party providers. Additionally, Apple will no longer supply spare parts for the two devices.
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Because the 2017 MacBook Air is now vintage rather than obsolete, its still eligible for Apples repair services, however this is subject to whether parts are available. (Image credit: TechRadar) Every now and then, Apple adds a handful of products to its obsolete and vintage lists as it launches new devices across its iPhone , iPad , Mac , and other categories, subject to specific criteria.

Products are considered vintage when Apple stopped distributing them for sale more than 5 and less than 7 years ago, the company states on its support
page. Products are considered obsolete when Apple stopped distributing them for sale more than 7 years ago.

Still using your 32GB Apple TV HD as if you bought it only yesterday? Youre not the only one, and many users cant understand why Apple has made this decision. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. "This is honestly pretty weird" (Image credit: Future) Apple listing the 32GB Apple TV HD has surfaced a lot of confusion and frustration among users, especially since the now obsolete 32GB device runs tvOS 26, which rolled out just six months ago in September . Some of those users have taken to Reddit in protest , with one posting "This is honestly pretty weird."

Although the 32GB Apple TV HD is still receiving tvOS 26 updates, the fact that its been declared obsolete leads us to believe that it wont be included in the roster of devices that will be eligible for tvOS 27, which is expected to be announced at WWDC 2026 on June 8 alongside iOS 27.

That suggests the next Apple TV 4K model could drop some time this year, having failed to appear after rumors suggested it was going to drop at the
end of 2025 .

Reddit users are also wondering why only the 32GB Apple TV HD is affected, and not the 64GB version. Apple hasnt made any comment on why this is the case, so were just as stumped as everyone else. It could be that Apple is waiting until the announcement of the next Apple TV 4K to shift the 64GB
Apple TV HD onto its obsolete list well have to wait and see whats announced on June 8. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source
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