All articles tagged with #discontinuation
Jeep and Chrysler have officially discontinued all their plug-in hybrid models in the U.S., including the Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe, as Stellantis shifts focus to range-extended and hybrid solutions instead of PHEVs, with the phase-out beginning after the 2025 model year.
The 2026 Lexus LC 500, a luxurious and high-performance vehicle powered by a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8, is set to be discontinued after its final year, with special Inspiration Series trims marking its farewell. Despite its impressive handling, tech, and interior quality, its limited space and high price point are notable drawbacks, making it a cherished but ultimately short-lived flagship for Lexus's performance lineup.
Valve has discontinued the entry-level 7-inch LCD Steam Deck model, likely due to sales cannibalization by the newer OLED version and ongoing supply chain issues, leading to increased prices for handheld PCs and raising concerns about the affordability and availability of future gaming hardware.
Nintendo has reportedly discontinued the Mario Kart World Nintendo Switch 2 bundle, as indicated by a leaked GameStop memo, with uncertainty about future game bundles, though Animal Crossing: New Horizons may be a candidate.
Volkswagen will not produce the 2026 ID.Buzz electric minibus for the US market, citing market conditions, but plans to bring it back in 2027. The decision allows VW to focus on current inventory and prepare for the next model year, amid challenges like policy changes and market competition. The ID.Buzz, popular for its design and affordability, faced sales and policy hurdles, prompting speculation about its future at a potentially lower price or with enhanced features.
Mercedes-Benz has discontinued a feature that synchronized music to driving, reflecting ongoing changes in vehicle technology and user preferences.
Microsoft has discontinued one of its oldest Office applications after 35 years, marking the end of an era for the long-standing software.
Bose is discontinuing support for its SoundTouch smart WiFi speakers by February 2026, removing features like online streaming and app control, leaving only Bluetooth and physical connections, which highlights the vulnerability of smart hardware to obsolescence and the ongoing relevance of hardware hacking.
Apple has discontinued its Clips video editing app, removing it from the App Store and ending updates, though existing users can still use it on iOS and iPadOS. The company recommends saving videos locally to prevent data loss.
Apple is discontinuing support for the Clips app, removing it from the App Store and no longer providing updates, encouraging existing users to save their videos and switch to other apps for editing, as the app, launched in 2017 as a social media-like video tool, becomes outdated amidst newer AI-driven video apps.
Google Maps Driving Mode has been discontinued primarily because Google is replacing its Google Assistant system with a newer AI called Gemini, leading to the feature's removal as it was seen as redundant and inconsistent. Despite its discontinuation, Google Maps remains available, and users will likely benefit from the new AI integration in the future.
A population study in Denmark found that over half of adults without diabetes who start the weight-loss drug semaglutide discontinue it within a year, mainly due to high costs, adverse effects, and demographic factors, raising concerns about long-term effectiveness and accessibility of this obesity treatment.
A study found that over half of patients using medical cannabis for chronic musculoskeletal pain stop within a year, with older age being the main predictor of discontinuation, raising questions about its long-term effectiveness.
AOL has announced it will discontinue its dial-up internet service by September 30, ending an era of 1990s internet connectivity characterized by noisy modems and slow speeds, as broadband has largely replaced dial-up for most users.
AOL is discontinuing its iconic dial-up internet service in September 2025 after over 30 years, marking the end of an era for early internet connectivity, with the service and dialer software to be phased out by the end of September.