WHATSAPP WILL STOP WORKING ON THESE ANDROID PHONES, IPHONES THIS YEAR
WhatsApp is one of the most widely used instant messaging apps worldwide. The Meta-owned app has over 2 billion users globally. In a latest, WhatsApp has revised its minimum device requirement, impacting users who have older devices.
WhatsApp to stop working on 35 smartphones
A report by CanalTech says that 35 smartphones – both Android and iPhones, will stop receiving WhatsApp updates this year. The list includes handsets from brands including Samsung, Apple, Sony, LG and others. Here are the names of all smartphones that will stop supporting WhatsApp
- Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus
- Samsung Galaxy Core
- Samsung Galaxy Express 2
- Samsung Galaxy Grand
- Samsung Galaxy Note 3
- Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
- Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
- Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini
- Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom
- Motorola Moto G
- Motorola Moto X
- Apple iPhone 5
- Apple iPhone 6
- Apple iPhone 6S
- Apple iPhone 6S Plus
- Apple iPhone SE
- Huawei Ascend P6 S
- Huawei Ascend G525
- Huawei C199
- Huawei GX1s
- Huawei Y625
- Lenovo 46600
- Lenovo A858T
- Lenovo P70
- Lenovo S890
- Lenovo A820
- Sony Xperia Z1
- Sony Xperia E3
- Sony Xperia M
- LG Optimus 4X HD
- LG Optimus G
- LG Optimus G Pro
- LG Optimus L7
What are new WhatsApp device requirements?
At present, WhatsApp recommends using the app if you have a device with Android 5.0 (or later) or an iPhone with iOS 12 (or later). Using an outdated device for WhatsApp compromises both functionality and security, It also restricts access to newer features and exposes users to potential vulnerabilities. Therefore, it is advisable to upgrade your smartphone to keep using WhatsApp safely.
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