Apple has once again expanded its list of "vintage" products, this time with a device that many users remember quite vividly. This category has been newly added to iPad Air 3, specifically its Wi-Fi varianta, which was sold a little longer than the version with mobile connectivity.
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iPad Air 3 arrived in March 2019 as a fairly important model that filled the gap between the basic iPad and the Pro series. It offered a 10,5" display, A12 Bionic chip and first-generation support Apple Pencil, which made it a very capable work and entertainment tool. From today's perspective, however, it is interesting for another reason. It was one of the last generations to rely on now slowly disappearing features, such as Lightning konektor or icon button HomeThere were also white frames around the display, which Apple later he left for good.
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Apple It places products on the “vintage” list when they are about five years old after they have been discontinued. In practice, this means that service is still possible, but it depends purely on the availability of spare parts. Once the device exceeds the seven-year mark, it moves to the “obsolete” category, where it is no longer Apple does not officially carry out repairs at all. It is also worth noting that iPad Air 3 has not had a completely problem-free history. Some units experienced problems with the display, which could flicker or fail completely. Apple At that time, he launched an exchange program to repair the affected devices.
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Today, however, this model is definitely a thing of the past. And while it may still serve many users well, its inclusion among the “vintage” products is a clear signal that Apple looks a little further away again.
