WhatsApp, one of the most widely used apps owned by META with two billion users globally, will stop working on 35 older smartphone models by the end of this year. This change affects both Android and iPhone users as part of WhatsApp’s ongoing efforts to support its latest features and security updates.
Users of the affected smartphones will need to upgrade their devices to continue using the app without interruptions. Here are the names of the smartphones that will stop supporting WhatsApp:
Apple
• iPhone 5
• iPhone 6
• iPhone 6S
• iPhone 6S Plus
• iPhone SE
Samsung
• Galaxy Ace Plus
• Galaxy Core
• Galaxy Express 2
• Galaxy Grand
• Galaxy Note 3
• Galaxy S3 Mini
• Galaxy S4 Active
• Galaxy S4 Mini
• Galaxy S4 Zoom
Motorola
• Moto G
• Moto X
Huawei
• Ascend P6 S
• Ascend G525
• C199
• GX1s
• Y625
Lenovo
• 46600
• A858T
• P70
• S890
• A820
Sony
• Xperia Z1
• Xperia E3
• Xperia M
LG
• Optimus 4X HD
• Optimus G
• Optimus G Pro
• Optimus L7
New WhatsApp Requirements
To continue using WhatsApp, users will need an Android device running version 5.0 or later or an iPhone with iOS 12 or later. Using outdated devices compromises functionality, restricts access to new features, and exposes users to potential security vulnerabilities.
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Users are advised to upgrade their smartphones to avoid disruptions in using the app.
Affected users will receive multiple notifications prompting them to upgrade their devices to maintain uninterrupted access to WhatsApp.
