WhatsApp is one of the most widely used instant messaging apps worldwide. Metaapplications have more than 2 billion users worldwide. WhatsApp recently revised its minimum device requirements, impacting users of older devices.
WhatsApp doesn’t work on 35 smartphones
According to CanalTech, 35 smartphones, including Android and iPhone, will no longer receive WhatsApp updates this year. This list includes devices from brands such as Samsung, Apple, Sony and LG.
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 the new WhatsApp device requirements?
Currently, WhatsApp recommends using this app if you have a device running Android 5.0 (or later) or an iPhone running iOS 12 (or later). Using an old device for WhatsApp affects both performance and security. It also limits access to new features and exposes users to potential vulnerabilities. We therefore recommend that you update your smartphone in order to continue using WhatsApp safely.
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