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10 products Apple is leaving behind in 2026
Apple is expected to discontinue several products and services by 2026 as the company focuses on upgrading its operating systems and hardware lines. This includes smartphones, smartwatches, displays, and computers.
Is an iPhone 15 still worth your money in 2026?
This article discusses whether the iPhone 15 remains a worthwhile purchase in 2026, considering Apple's history of long software support for older devices. It explores the balance between cost savings and the potential for a device to become outdated.
I'm gutted to see these Lego sets retiring in July 2026, as they're real must-haves
Lego is retiring over 100 sets in July 2026, including popular models like the Great Deku Tree from The Legend of Zelda, Optimus Prime from Transformers, and the Talking Sorting Hat from Harry Potter. The company retires sets to make way for new products and due to potential licensing agreements, with most sets having a lifespan of a few years.
Nintendo confirms plans to continue selling Switch 1 outside of Europe
Nintendo has confirmed that the original Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch – OLED Model will continue to be sold in regions outside of Europe. While sales will cease in Europe in early 2027 due to potential battery regulation issues, manufacturing will continue through 2026 for other markets. This decision allows Nintendo to avoid updating the original Switch for new European battery standards.
Nintendo will stop selling the Switch 1 in Europe in 2027
Nintendo will cease sales of the Nintendo Switch in Europe in 2027 due to upcoming battery regulations. This decision impacts the console's availability in the European market.
Nintendo Switch consoles to be discontinued in 2027 — but only in Europe
Nintendo will discontinue sales of all original Nintendo Switch models, including the Switch Lite and OLED Model, in Europe by mid-February 2027 due to upcoming battery regulations. While new Switch 2 consoles and accessories will feature replaceable batteries to comply, the older models will cease to be sold to retailers. Manufacturing of the original Switch consoles will continue through 2026.
Nintendo announces Switch 1 systems will no longer be sold in Europe starting early 2027
Nintendo has announced that it will cease sales of all Nintendo Switch family hardware, including the original model, Switch Lite, and Switch - OLED Model, to retailers in Europe starting in mid-February 2027. Sales on the official Nintendo Store will also end at that time. While hardware sales are ending, Nintendo assures that existing games, accessories, and online services will continue to be supported for the foreseeable future.
Amazon is cutting off support for older Kindles
Amazon is discontinuing support for Kindle e-readers and Fire tablets released in 2012 or earlier, starting May 20, 2026. Affected devices will lose the ability to purchase, borrow, or download new content, and factory resets will render them unusable. Amazon is offering discounts on newer Kindle models to encourage upgrades.