Apple final iPod nano and iPod shuffle are now obsolete

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Apple has added the final iPod nano and iPod shuffle models to its obsolete products list, marking the end of Apple's iconic music players. The company last added new colour options for the seventh-generation iPod nano and fourth-generation iPod shuffle in 2015. And those are the models that are now considered obsolete. Apple discontinued its iPod nano and shuffle line in 2017.

Apple considers products "obsolete" once seven years have passed since they stopped distributing them for sale. When these devices become obsolete, they are no longer eligible for repair at an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider. (The only exceptions are MacBook battery replacements for up to 10 years.)

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Report claims iPhone SE 2 will launch in Q1 2020

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After it was first announced in 2016 and discontinued last year, there have been whisperings about the comeback of the iPhone SE. Fanning the flames anew, long-time Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that iPhone SE 2 will return in the first quarter of 2020. And it'll have the iPhone 8's looks, but with a new Apple A13 processor. It'll reportedly run on iOS 13, and it'll also have 3GB of RAM and have a 4.7-inch screen. Pricing will supposedly start at US$699 (approx. CA$930).

The revival of the iPhone SE could signal that Apple is ready to drop the iPhone 8 line as well as encourage iPhone 6 users to upgrade. The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus no longer support iOS 13. The new hardware with an "old school" iPhone look could entice them to switch.

Source: GSMArena

Apple discontinues 128GB storage and gold options for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus models

With the new iPhone 6s models out, Apple’s paring down on its slightly older versions. The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s for sale will no longer be available in gold as well as with the 128GB configuration; perhaps to encourage people to buy the newer devices. So, right now you can only get the iPhone 6 devices in Space Gray or silver and in 16GB or 64GB versions.

Source: Apple Insider

Apple puts up section for photos shot with iPhone 6 camera

Apple is focusing on photography and images captured by regular folks using the iPhone 6. The new section on their website is titled Shot in iPhone 6 and showcases various images sent in by users around the world. The iPhone is one of the most popular cameras and has the highest ranking on websites like Flickr. 

The new 'Shot in iPhone 6' website continues Apple's current strategy of highlighting examples of art created using its products. Apple Retail Stores recently exhibited examples of artwork and photographs made with iPads. Go here check out the World Gallery photos.