WhatsApp retains pushing updates with new options and security. However, these new updates have a minimal {hardware} and software program requirement. WhatsApp will quickly begin eradicating assist for some Android, iOS and KaiOS units working on outdated OS variations.
The moment messaging platform will cease supporting a number of outdated units from 1 November. What this implies is that the applying will utterly cease engaged on some units.
In an effort to proceed utilizing the applying, the person will not have any alternative however to get a brand new gadget with assist for the app. The customers can again up their chat historical past earlier than transferring to the brand new gadget with a view to retain all chats and media.
Android
Gadgets that run on Android 4.0.4 and older variations will cease supporting the messaging software. The Icecream Sandwich replace was launched within the yr 2011.
Some widespread Android units that will not be capable of use WhatsApp embrace, Samsung Galaxy SII, Galaxy S3 mini, Optimus L5 Twin, Optimus L4 II Twin, Optimus F7, Optimus F5 and extra.
iOS
The minimal requirement to run WhatsApp will probably be restricted to iOS 10 and newer variations. Any iPhone working on working techniques older than iOS 10 is not going to work from 1 November. Gadgets comparable to iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, Apple iPhone SE (1st era) will cease supporting the messaging software.
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KaiOS
WhatsApp solely helps telephones working on KaiOS 2.5.0 and newer. Each JioPhone and JioPhone 2 will proceed receiving assist.
Whereas switching to new units, customers are suggested to take a backup of their chats and different information to proceed utilizing the app with the least quantity of interruption.
