When will my Mac (15inch MacBook Pro Mid 2012 ) become a vintage product?

Solution 1:

Generally speaking, based in part on information in the linked support article in your question the vintage designation is a 5 to 7 year window, so the two Mid 2012 15" MacBook Pro models vintage windows are shown below:

• The MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2012) was discontinued in October 2013. So October 2018 would be the start of the 5 year window, with October 2020 being the 7 year window.

• The MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2012) was discontinued in Feburary 2013. So Feburary 2018 would be the start of the 5 year window, with Feburary 2020 being the 7 year window.

That said, if you live in Turkey, California or France, make note of what it said in the article, quoted below.

From Vintage and obsolete products:

Vintage products are those that have not been manufactured for more than 5 and less than 7 years ago. Apple has discontinued hardware service for vintage products with the following exceptions:

• Mac products purchased in the country of Turkey. Owners of vintage Mac products may obtain service and parts from Apple service providers within the country of Turkey.

• Products purchased in the state of California, United States, as required by statute

  • Owners of vintage Mac products may obtain service and parts from Apple service providers within the state of California, United States.
  • Owners of vintage iPod products in the state of California may obtain service from Apple Retail Stores or by contacting AppleCare at 1-800-APL-CARE.
  • Owners of vintage iPhone products in the state of California may obtain service from Apple Retail Stores or by contacting AppleCare at 1-800-APL-CARE. For products purchased in France, see Statutory Warranties of Seller and Spare Parts.