Starting June 1, 2025, WhatsApp will stop working on various smartphones equipped with older or outdated operating systems (OS).
The messaging application has increased its minimum system requirements to enhance security and performance, making it incompatible with some older phone models.
The latest update requires iPhones to operate with iOS 15.1 or newer versions, whereas Android gadgets should have at minimum Android 5.1 installed. Consequently, this change discontinues support for devices such as the iPhone 5s, 6, and 6 Plus, along with the Samsung Galaxy S4, the Sony Xperia Z1, among various others.
The purpose of this update is to boost security and performance since older devices are unable to accommodate contemporary app functionalities anymore.
Users with older equipment have been urged to backup their chat history and move to more recent devices prior to June 1st to prevent any disruption of services.
Nevertheless, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, and the initial version of the iPhone SE can continue functioning solely when they are upgraded to iOS 15.8.4. Users of these devices should ensure they have installed this particular iOS update to keep using WhatsApp.
Facebook's move to discontinue support for older operating systems is a forward-thinking step aimed at enhancing the application's security and allowing for improvements. This strategy will help sustain the app’s dependability and overall user satisfaction.
Provided by Syndigate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info ).
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