Apple has ended official hardware support for three Intel MacBook models released in 2017 and 2018, meaning owners can no longer obtain repairs or servicing through official channels and must instead rely on third-party repair options.
The move reflects the ongoing transition across Apple’s Mac range, as Apple Silicon increasingly replaces older Intel-based hardware. Several machines from earlier product cycles are now reaching the end of their supported lifespan.
Which MacBook models are affected
The first model to lose official support is the 13-inch 2017 MacBook Pro fitted with two Thunderbolt 3 ports. The most recent operating system compatible with this machine is macOS Ventura, which was released in 2022.
The second is the 2018 Retina MacBook Air. This device can be updated only as far as macOS Sonoma, leaving it two macOS releases behind current software at the time of publication.
What it means for owners
With official hardware support withdrawn, owners of these Intel MacBook models will need to seek out independent repair specialists should their devices require servicing. The affected machines remain functional but are now positioned outside Apple’s supported hardware programme.
The changes underline how quickly the shift to Apple Silicon has reshaped the Mac lineup, with Intel-based systems from the 2017 and 2018 period steadily moving beyond the scope of official support and software updates.
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