WhatsApp Bids Farewell to Older Smartphone Models: Here’s What You Need to Know
WhatsApp, a popular instant messaging tool, is constantly updated to improve its features. However, the app may stop working on certain devices due to compatibility issues or because older phones cannot handle the new features. Meta, the platform that owns WhatsApp, has announced that as of May, they will no longer support the application on several smartphones worldwide, including Samsung, iPhone, Motorola, Lenovo, Huawei, and LG models.
The decision by Meta to stop supporting older smartphone models is aimed at enhancing the security and efficiency of the application. Only newer models can support and adapt to the technical capabilities required to ensure that WhatsApp works effectively. Older devices may not be able to use the app as well as newer ones.
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It is important for users of WhatsApp to check if their device is on Meta’s list of unsupported models before updating their app. If it is not supported anymore, they should consider switching to a different instant messaging tool or upgrade their phone model before continuing with WhatsApp usage.