WhatsApp, the popular Messaging App, will stop working on smartphones running Android OS 5.0 or below from October 24, 2023. This means that if you have one of these devices, you will need to upgrade to a newer Phone or switch to a different messaging app if you want to continue using WhatsApp.
WhatsApp regularly drops support for older devices to focus its development on newer platforms and technologies. This helps the company to ensure that WhatsApp remains fast, secure, and reliable for all of its users.
The list of Android smartphones that will no longer support WhatsApp from October 24, 2023, includes:
- Samsung Galaxy S2
- Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini
- Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini
- Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini
- Samsung Galaxy Note 2
- Samsung Galaxy Note 3
- LG Optimus G Pro
- LG Optimus L5
- Motorola Droid Razr
- Sony Xperia S
- Sony Xperia Z
- Huawei Ascend D
- Huawei Ascend D1
- ZTE Grand S Flex
- ZTE Grand X Quad V987
If you are unsure whether your Android smartphone is running Android OS 5.0 or below, you can check by going to Settings > About phone > Software information > Android version.
If your smartphone is no longer supported by WhatsApp, you can upgrade to a newer phone or switch to a different messaging app, such as Telegram or Signal.
Here are some tips for upgrading to a new smartphone:
- Do your research and compare different models and features to find the phone that is right for you.
- Consider your budget and how much you are willing to spend on a new phone.
- Make sure that the new phone you choose is compatible with your carrier and your existing phone plan.
- Back up all of your data from your old phone before switching to a new one.
If you are unable to upgrade to a new smartphone, you can still use WhatsApp on your computer or laptop by going to web.whatsapp.com: web.whatsapp.com.
