Breaking news! WhatsApp Will Stop Working On Over 35 Devices This Year – Check the List here
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WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps in the world. Meta has continuously improved the app and added new features to enhance its capabilities.
WhatsApp is compatible with a wide range of smartphones, including those running Android, iOS, and even some feature phones with alternative operating systems.
Despite efforts to maintain compatibility with many devices for as long as possible, some devices inevitably reach the end of their support.
Over 35 Devices Losing Support for WhatsApp in 2024
According to a report from CanalTech, WhatsApp will no longer receive updates on a total of 35 mobile phones with older versions of Google's and Apple's operating systems.
This list includes models from Samsung, Motorola, Huawei, Sony, LG, and Apple. It's recommended to check the list below to see if you need to upgrade your mobile device to continue using WhatsApp safely.
Some devices on this list are older but are still in use due to their decent hardware or inability to upgrade. Currently, WhatsApp recommends using the app only on devices with Android 5.0 (or later) or iOS 12 (or later).
Samsung
- Galaxy Ace Plus
- Galaxy Core
- Galaxy Express 2
- Galaxy Grand
- Galaxy Note 3 N9005 LTE
- Galaxy Note 3 Neo LTE+
- Galaxy S I9500
- 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 A6600
- Lenovo A858T
- Lenovo P70
- Lenovo S890
Sony
- Xperia Z1
- Xperia E3
LG
- Optimus 4X HD P880
- Optimus G
- Optimus G Pro
- Optimus L7
Some of the devices listed are over seven years old. While some users may argue that the iPhone 6S Plus is still functional, WhatsApp has chosen to drop support for these and other devices to focus on newer hardware and updated software.
Additional Devices Losing WhatsApp Support in 2024
- 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
If you are still using WhatsApp on any of these devices, it might be time to consider an upgrade.
