• Apple has added the original HomePod and iPhone X to its list of "vintage" products, which means they are no longer eligible for hardware service and repair from Apple Stores or Apple Authorized Service Providers. This designation typically applies to products that have not been manufactured for more than 5 years but less than 7 years. The original HomePod was discontinued in 2021 after just 3 years on the market, while the iPhone X was released in 2017 and discontinued in 2018.

• In addition to the HomePod and iPhone X, Apple has also added the first-generation AirPods to its vintage products list. The original AirPods were released in 2016 and discontinued in 2019 when the second-generation model was introduced. This means that owners of these vintage Apple products will have a harder time getting them repaired or serviced through official channels.

• The designation of these Apple products as "vintage" is a normal part of the company's product lifecycle management, as it focuses its resources on newer and more popular models. However, it can be frustrating for consumers who have invested in these older devices and now have fewer options for maintaining and repairing them. This may lead some users to seek out third-party repair services or consider upgrading to newer Apple products.