Important News WhatsApp to Stop Working on Older Phones
WhatsApp, a messaging app owned by Meta, has made a significant announcement regarding its support for older smartphones. Starting from October 24, 2023, WhatsApp will discontinue its services on certain Android and iPhone models with outdated operating systems. Here are the key details:
Android Phones Affected
Current Compatibility
WhatsApp currently supports Android operating systems from version 4.1 and onwards.
Upcoming Change
Effective October 24, 2023, WhatsApp will only be compatible with Android versions 5.0 and above.
Action Required
If you are using an Android device with an operating system older than 5.0, you must upgrade your device to continue using WhatsApp.
iPhone Users Beware
Previous Changes
What’s App had already ended support for iPhones using iOS 10 and 11 on October 24, 2022.
Required iOS Version
To maintain access to What’s App on iPhones, your device must be running at least iOS 12 or a newer version.
WhatsApp’s Popularity
What’s App is a widely popular messaging application with over 1 billion monthly active users worldwide. It enables users to exchange text, images, and videos seamlessly across various devices, including smartphones, tablets, computers, and select smart TVs.
Introducing WhatsApp Channel
What’s App has also introduced a new feature called “What’s App Channel.” This feature allows channel owners to share updates directly with their subscribers within the app. Subscribers, in turn, can discover and subscribe to their preferred channels, enhancing the overall user experience.
