It seems the iPhone 16 is kicking off a fresh trend—less mess, more green vibes. Say goodbye to finding Apple stickers in your box and the 47 year old Apply tradition. This sticker-free change is all part of Apple’s big plan to become carbon neutral by 2030. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro now come in 100% fibre packaging, bringing Apple closer to their goal of ditching plastic altogether.
Apple stickers – A bit of tech history wrapped up in a tiny logo
These little beauties made their debut with the original Macintosh in the 1977, when personal computers were about as common as unicorns. Steve Jobs had this brilliant idea: include Apple logo stickers in the box so fans could slap them on their stuff and proudly show off their Apple loyalty. It was like a secret handshake for tech enthusiasts!
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Fast forward a few decades, and those stickers became a cult favourite. Everyone from your techie cousin to your office colleague had them plastered on their laptops, water bottles, and maybe even their pets. They were more than just branding—they were a way to feel part of the Apple tribe.
But now, in the quest to be the greenest of the green, Apple’s decided to give the stickers a break. No more sticker surprise in your iPhone or iPad box. Apple’s got its eyes set on cutting down on plastic and packaging waste, so the stickers are now available only if you ask for them at an Apple Store.
So, if you’re buying your next Apple gadget, don’t expect a sticker to pop out of the box. If you’re missing that iconic logo, you’ll have to make a special request. And hey, maybe this is the universe’s way of telling you to start your own sticker collection from other brands—who knows, you might just start a new trend!
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So, while it’s the end of an era for Apple sticker lovers, it’s not entirely unexpected. Seems like stickers are officially out and eco-friendly packaging is in!
