iPhone 14 and iPhone SE Set to Disappear From EU Apple Stores
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Apple will soon remove some of its iPhone models from sale in the European Union. The iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone SE (3rd generation) will no longer be available in Apple Stores across the EUS 27 member states from December 28th.
This move comes as a result of the EU’s 2022 legislation requiring all phones and certain other electronic devices sold in the bloc to have USB-C charging ports by the end of 2024. Apple had previously resisted this change, but released the iPhone 15 with a USB-C port in 2023, and gradually transitioned its iPads to USB-C as well.
According to a report from French website iGeneration, other retailers might potentially be able to continue selling these iPhone models until their existing stock runs out.
Switzerland and northern Ireland Also Affected
Switzerland and Northern Ireland will also see the removal of these iPhone models from sale. Switzerland, even though not part of the EU, aligns with many EU laws, and Northern Ireland, despite being part of the UK, has specific regulations to maintain an open border with the Republic of Ireland.
The removal of these older iPhone models from EU Apple Stores comes as a surprise to some, as initial discussions surrounding the EU directive were unclear on whether it would apply to all existing Lightning connector iPhones or only new models.
Customers interested in purchasing these models should act quickly, as time is running out to secure one from an Apple Store within the affected regions.
## Archyde News: Apple Pulls iPhone 14 and SE From EU Markets
Joining me today to break down Apple’s surprising move to pull certain iPhone models from shelves across the EU is tech journalist Sarah Jones. Sarah, thanks for joining us.
**Sarah:** My pleasure! It’s certainly a curious advancement.
**Interviewer:** For our viewers who may have missed the news, what exactly is happening?
**Sarah:** As of December 28th, Apple will no longer be selling the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and the third-generation iPhone SE in its physical stores across the EU’s 27 member states. [[1](https://www.igen.fr/iphone/2024/12/apple-va-arreter-la-vente-des-iphone-se-et-iphone-14-dans-lunion-europeenne-147523)]
**Interviewer:** That’s quite a few popular models. What’s driving this decision?
**Sarah:** The EU’s 2022 legislation requiring all phones sold in the bloc to have USB-C charging ports by the end of 2024 is the key factor. [[1](https://www.igen.fr/iphone/2024/12/apple-va-arreter-la-vente-des-iphone-se-et-iphone-14-dans-lunion-europeenne-147523)]Apple had initially resisted this change, but the iPhone 15, released this year, comes equipped with a USB-C port, as do their newer iPad models.
**Interviewer:** It truly seems logical then for Apple to discontinue older models with Lightning connectors rather than adapt them to the new standard.
**Sarah:** Exactly.We’d anticipated this might happen eventually,but the timing is a bit surprising as there had been some uncertainty about whether the directive applied to existing models or just new releases.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned physical Apple stores. Can customers still find these iPhones elsewhere?
**Sarah:** It’s possible other retailers might continue selling these models until their existing stock runs out. [[1](https://www.igen.fr/iphone/2024/12/apple-va-arreter-la-vente-des-iphone-se-et-iphone-14-dans-lunion-europeenne-147523)]
**Interviewer:** What about Switzerland and Northern Ireland?
**Sarah:** interestingly, they’re also affected. Switzerland, while not an EU member, aligns with many EU regulations. And Northern Ireland, despite being part of the UK, has unique regulations to maintain an open border with the Republic of Ireland.
**Interviewer**
: Thanks for shedding light on this sarah.Definitely an interesting development for Apple and consumers alike.
**Sarah:**
My pleasure!
## Q&A about Apple removing iPhone models from EU $$
**Q:** Why is Apple removing certain iPhone models from sale in the European Union?
**A:** Apple is removing the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone SE (3rd generation) from its EU Apple Stores due to a new EU law requiring all phones to have USB-C charging ports by the end of 2024.
**Q:** Which iPhone models will be affected?
**A:** The iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone SE (3rd generation) will be removed from sale.
**Q:** When will thes iPhone models be removed from EU Apple Stores?
**A:** They will be removed from sale on december 28th.
**Q:** Will these iPhone models still be available from other retailers in the EU?
**A:** Perhaps,other retailers may continue selling these models until their existing stock runs out.
**Q:** Are Switzerland and Northern Ireland affected by this change?
**A:** Yes, both Switzerland and Northern Ireland will also see these iPhone models removed from sale. Switzerland aligns with many EU regulations, and Northern Ireland has unique regulations to maintain an open border with the Republic of Ireland.
**Q:** Was this removal expected?
**A:** It was anticipated that Apple would eventually phase out older models with Lightning connectors, but the timing was a bit surprising as there was initial uncertainty about whether the EU directive applied to existing models or just new releases.