WhatsApp has announced that it will no longer support smartphones running on older operating system versions, specifically Android 4 and iOS 11.
This decision impacts users who are using outdated software, and it’s crucial to check if your device is affected.
WhatsApp Ends Support for Older Devices
WhatsApp regularly updates its support policy to ensure privacy and safety for its users. As a result, the app stops supporting older devices that can no longer meet the app’s security standards.
This update means that WhatsApp will stop functioning on certain smartphones. Users of these devices should be alert and prepare to back up their data.
Affected Devices
The latest versions of Android and iOS have been released, but many users still run WhatsApp on older versions. WhatsApp will no longer support phones running on versions before Android 4 and iOS 11.
Currently, WhatsApp supports only Android 5 or above and iOS 11 or above. While the company hasn’t specified the exact models, a report from Canaltech lists 35 smartphones from Apple, Samsung, Huawei, and Motorola that will lose WhatsApp support.
List of Affected Smartphones
Here are some of the devices that will no longer support WhatsApp:
Samsung Devices:
Samsung Galaxy Ace 2018
Samsung Galaxy Note 10
Samsung Galaxy Note 2
Samsung Galaxy A32
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N9005 LTE
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo LTE+
Samsung Galaxy S 19500
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini VE
Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9190
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9192 Duos
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195 LTE
Samsung Galaxy S4
Apple Devices:
iPhone 5
iPhone 6
iPhone 6 Plus
iPhone 6S
iPhone 7 Plus
Huawei Devices:
Huawei C199
Huawei P20 Pro
Huawei Y625
Ascend P6S
Ascend G525
Time to Upgrade
If your smartphone is on this list, it’s essential to upgrade to a newer model or update your operating system if possible.
