Apple considered the following Macs obsolete (generally more than 7 years old, although there are 2015 iMacs included here): 27in iMac (late 2012 and older) 21.5in iMac (late 2012 and older) MacBook Air, 13in and 11in (mid 2013 and older)Jul 6, 2021
Can a Mac be too old to update?
Apple said that would run happily on a late 2009 or later MacBook or iMac, or a 2010 or later MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini or Mac Pro. If you Mac is supported read: How to update to Big Sur. This means that if your Mac is older than 2012 it won't officially be able to run Catalina or Mojave.Dec 10, 2020
How long should a Mac last?
From a repair point of view, Macs last seven years since they are no longer on sale. Macs are typically on sale for around a year, though some models have been sold for much longer. That means a typical Mac lasts eight years from a hardware perspective.Dec 11, 2020
How long should an iMac last?
iMacs typically last between 3 to 8 years depending on how they are configured. Most iMacs will come with larger hard drives as a standard configuration.May 23, 2021
Are older model MacBooks still good?
Simple answer: yes. Long answer: It's better to buy older models because you get upgradability, traditional ports, and traditional keyboard. I own an early 2011 MacBook Pro 13″ and oh boy, it's super easy to upgrade.
What can I do with outdated MacBooks?
If you're not ready to make a purchase, you can trade in your old device online for an Apple Gift Card via email that you can apply to any future Apple purchase. And no matter how you use Apple Trade In, if your device has no trade-in value, you can always recycle it responsibly for free.
Do 2011 MacBooks still work?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjx8AG8ghyE
Is it worth keeping an old MacBook Pro?
Yes it's worth it, but Apple just dropped support for the 2010 model meaning you won't get the latest updates anymore including MacOS updates and new versions. The latest you can install on it will be El Capitan. If you want to stay up to date for a while, get a 2012 model.
Is late 2012 iMac obsolete?
The Late 2012 iMac – both 21.5-inch and 27-inch – becomes officially obsolete on January 30. ... It was also extended to the mid-2011 iMac in the US and Turkey. This means there is now a three-phase support program for eligible products: Free repairs during the warranty/AppleCare/AppleCare+ term.Jan 11, 2019