WhatsApp To Stop Working on 35 Smartphones: Check if Yours Is on the List

WhatsApp will soon stop working for 35 older smartphone models from top brands like Samsung, Motorola, Huawei, Sony, LG, and Apple. According to CanalTech's report, these devices will no longer receive updates or security patches for the app. This means some users need to upgrade their devices to continue using the messaging service.

This change is part of WhatsApp's regular updates to ensure optimal performance and security. Older devices often lack the necessary hardware capabilities to support new features and security updates. The app will only support smartphones running Android 5.0 or later and iOS 12 or later. Users with older smartphones should consider upgrading to newer models to continue to use the instant messaging app.

List of devices that won't support WhatsApp soon

Samsung - 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

Apple - iPhone 5, iPhone 6, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, iPhone SE

Motorola - Moto G, Moto X

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, Optimus G, Optimus G Pro, Optimus L7

If your device is on the list, you can back up your chat history before switching to a new phone. To back up your chat history, go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup in WhatsApp. This ensures you don't lose important conversations or media files.