WhatsApp, the world’s leading messaging app, has announced that it will stop supporting 35 mobile devices that run older versions of Google and Apple operating systems. This decision aims to ensure the app remains compatible with a broad range of smartphones, including those running Android, iOS, and various alternative operating systems.
Affected Devices
The list of affected devices includes models from well-known manufacturers such as Samsung, Motorola, Huawei, Sony, LG, and Apple. While some of these devices are quite old, others still have decent hardware but are unable to upgrade to newer operating systems. This decision has surprised some users who continue to rely on these older devices to access WhatsApp.
Here is the complete list of devices that will lose WhatsApp support:
Samsung
- Galaxy Ace Plus
- Galaxy Core
- Galaxy Express 2
- Galaxy Grand
- Galaxy Note 3 N9005 LTE
- Galaxy Note 3 Neo LTE+
- Galaxy S 19500
- Galaxy S3 Mini VE
- Galaxy S4 Active
- Galaxy S4 Mini I9190
- Galaxy S4 Mini I9192 Duos
- Galaxy S4 Mini I9195 LTE
- Galaxy S4 Zoom
Motorola
- Moto G
- Moto X
Apple
- iPhone 5
- iPhone 5C
- iPhone 6
- iPhone 6S Plus
- iPhone 6S
- iPhone SE
Huawei
- Ascend P6 S
- Ascend G525
- Huawei C199
- Huawei GX1s
- Huawei Y625
Lenovo
- Lenovo 46600
- Lenovo A858T
- Lenovo P70
- Lenovo S890
Sony
- Xperia Z1
- Xperia E3
LG
- Optimus 4X HD P880
- Optimus G
- Optimus G Pro
- Optimus L7
Other Devices
- Sony Xperia M
- Lenovo A820
- Faea F1
- THL W8
- Archos 53 Platinum
- Wiko Cink Five
- Wiko Darknight
- ZTE V956
- ZTE UMi X2
- ZTE Grand S Flex
- ZTE Grand Memo
Recommendations for Users
To continue using WhatsApp safely and without interruptions, the company recommends that users have a device running at least Android 5.0 or an iPhone with iOS 12 or later. Devices running older operating systems will no longer receive updates, making them vulnerable to security risks.
This announcement has drawn significant attention from users, especially those who have been using older devices for years. The decision to discontinue support is part of WhatsApp’s ongoing effort to improve user experience and maintain the security and functionality of the app.
By staying up-to-date with the latest operating systems, WhatsApp ensures that users can benefit from the latest features and security enhancements, making communication safer and more efficient.
This move highlights the importance of keeping software updated and reflects the broader trend in the tech industry to phase out support for older technologies in favor of newer, more secure options.
