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More than 30 models of Android and iOS devices will stop supporting the app
WhatsApp continues to upgrade its features for Android and iOS devices which means some of the older phones lose out on these new additions.
WhatsApp is used by billions across the globe and it continues to add new features that makes the messaging app really useful and popular. But every now and then, WhatsApp ends support for older devices that cannot support the new features and get security updates to keep them safe. Previously we have talked about more than 35 devices, both Android and iOS, losing support for the messaging app and that deadline is getting closer by the day.
WhatsApp To Lose Support On Old Smartphones: But Why
WhatsApp has ensured that it regularly changes the minimum system requirements to run the messaging app on smartphones. And the recent tweak means that you need an Android phone that can run version 5.0 or higher. Similarly, you need an iPhone model that is able to run iOS 12 version or later. So, by any chance, if you still have a phone that can only support the software version below these, it is time to upgrade your smartphone right away, or you lose access to the popular messaging app.
WhatsApp Stops Working On These 35 Phones: Full List
Samsung
– 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
– Moto X
Huawei
– Huawei Ascend P6
– Huawei Ascend G525
– Huawei C199
– Huawei GX1s
– Huawei Y625
Sony
– Sony Xperia Z1
– Sony Xperia E3
LG
– LG Optimus 4X HD
– LG Optimus G
– LG Optimus G Pro
– LG Optimus L7
Apple
– iPhone 5
– iPhone 6
– iPhone 6S
– iPhone 6S Plus
If you are still using any of these Android phones or iPhones in 2024, we suggest you upgrade to the latest available models right away. You can check for the software version running on these devices by going to settings – about phone – software version on Android. For those with an iPhone, you head over to General – settings – About iPhone to get the details.
