Apple set the date for 'discontinuation' of the first generation 12-inch MacBook model

The list of Apple's outdated products is about to add a new member: the once popular first-generation 12-inch MacBook line.

According to a recent report from MacRumors, Apple is expected to officially discontinue the 12-inch MacBook line on June 30.

The first generation 12-inch MacBook was launched in March 2015, with a starting price of $1,299. This compact laptop is equipped with an Intel Core M 1.1 GHz dual-core CPU with integrated graphics, combined with 8GB LPDDR3 RAM and 512GB SSD internal memory. This product was actually discontinued in April 2016 after Apple released the next generation 12-inch MacBook.

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The 2015 12-inch MacBook made a big splash at the time of launch because it was only equipped with two connection ports on the entire body: 3.5mm audio jack and multi-function USB-C port supporting USB 3.1 Gen 1, HDMI, VGA and DisplayPort 1.2. This helps bring a slim, seamless and eye-catching design to the device. But in return, users also have to buy a separate USB-C adapter to have more connection options.

In addition, this was Apple's first laptop model with a USB-C port and also the first MacBook to ship without MagSafe charging at the time. In late 2021, MacBook Pros running Apple's M-series chips were released with MagSafe 3 charging connectors.

The 2015 12-inch MacBook is one of the lightest laptops on the market with a weight of only 0.9kg, and it is also Apple's first fanless laptop. The 39.7 Wh battery provides the device with up to 30 days of standby time and about 9 hours of web browsing.

According to Apple's regulations, a product will be classified as technologically obsolete when more than 7 years have passed since the company stopped distributing it. The first generation 12-inch MacBook was discontinued in April 2016 after the company released a second generation with upgraded specifications, which has now passed the 7-year mark as required by regulations.

Being placed on the list of obsolete products by Apple marks a period of limited active support services for this MacBook model, in terms of both hardware and software, without exception. This means that the product will no longer receive hardware repair support services from Apple or Apple's authorized service providers.