Although most of Apple’s products have been updated in the past few years, there are still a few devices and accessories that are quite old and are still sold in stores. These products are often unremarkable and rarely updated, and it’s unclear how long Apple will keep them on sale.
USB Super CD Drive
This is an external CD/DVD drive that was first launched in 2008 with the first MacBook Air. Now you can click into the Apple Store official website and you will still find that the USB Super CD drive is still on sale, priced at 2,290 yuan.
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According to the introduction on the official website, the USB super CD drive is easy to carry, because this product is only slightly larger than a CD box and can be easily put into luggage when going out; and when working, it will only take up a little space on the desk or coffee table. .
But it should be noted that the USB Super CD-ROM drive has a built-in USB Type-A cable, which means that if you want to use the USB Super CD-ROM drive to connect to the current MacBook product, then you have to prepare an additional USB-A It can be used with a USB-C adapter. The last MacBook with a built-in CD/DVD drive was discontinued in 2016.
MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter
This adapter only costs $290, and users can have an Apple Micro MagSafe to MagSafe 2 converter. This adapter allows Apple’s very old Thunderbolt Display to charge an equally old MacBook Pro or MacBook Air with a MagSafe 2 connector.
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As a reminder, Apple has switched to providing MagSafe 3 for MacBook in 2021.
EarPods (3.5 mm headphone connector)
Apple canceled the headphone jack design on the iPhone when it launched the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus models in 2016; however, it is still officially selling wired EarPods with a 3.5 mm headphone connector on the shelves for 590 yuan. earphone.
Of course, there are still headphone jack designs on Macs.
30 for USB cable
If you’re still using an older iPod or iPhone, Apple is still selling a 30-inch USB cable; this product uses the most groundbreaking USB 2.0 technology in the early 2000s and sells for 590 yuan.
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Mac Pro Security Lock Adapter
If you still need to secure your 2013 Mac Pro in 2024, Apple still sells a Mac Pro security lock adapter that allows you to use a compatible Kensington or other third-party security lock with a similar style ( (sold separately) to keep your Mac Pro secure. This adapter requires no tools to install and requires no modification or damage to your Mac. When connected to a compatible security lock, the Mac Pro Security Lock Adapter secures the case shell and prevents access to internal components.
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bracelet strap
Apple has not updated the stainless steel bracelet since it launched the first Apple Watch in 2015; this bracelet is still sold in the original 38mm and 42mm sizes, priced at 10,900 yuan.
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Mac Pro Wheel Kit
If you want to install wheels for your 2019 or newer Mac Pro so that the Mac Pro can be easily slid out from under the desk or moved around the studio, this set of wheels priced at 20,900 yuan is perfect for you.
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