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. According to reports, more than 35 devices, both Android and iOS combined will lose support for WhatsApp in the coming weeks.
WhatsApp To Stop Working On 35 Smartphones Soon: Here’s 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.
Smartphones Losing WhatsApp Support Soon: Full List
The fact that you have 35 phones losing support across Android and iOS means brands like Samsung, LG and Sony feature on this 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
iPhone SE first-gen
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.
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