WhatsApp won’t support Android OS 4.1 and older phones due to lack of functionality and security updates. Without updates, older devices are prone to security dangers, therefore users should upgrade.
WhatsApp will stop supporting Android OS version 4.1 and older smartphones because they lack functionality and may not receive the latest security patches.
The list of Old Android cellphones that won’t be supported includes:
Samsung Galaxy S2 Nexus 7
iPhone 5, 5c, Archos 53 Platinum, Grand S Flex ZTE, Grand X Quad V987 ZTE
HTC Desire 500
Huawei Ascend D
HTC One, Sony Xperia Z
Optimus G Pro
Samsung Galaxy Nexus
HTC Sensation
Moto Droid Razr
Sony Xperia S2 Motorola Xoom
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Asus Eee Pad Transformer
Tablet A5003 by Acer
Samsung Galaxy S
HTC Desire HD LG Optimus 2X
Sony Xperia Arc3WhatsApp is notifying users with certain smartphones to upgrade to continue using the messaging service. WhatsApp will no longer support and upgrade these devices after October 24. The devices will still work, but without updates, hackers and malware can target them.
How to verify?
Users can verify their smartphones’ Android OS version at:
Settings About phone Software info
They'll locate their Android version under "Version"Many apps, like WhatsApp, no longer support older operating systems, so users should upgrade.
Conclusion
WhatsApp will stop supporting Android OS version 4.1 and older smartphones due to their lack of functionality and security updates. HTC Desire 500, Huawei Ascend D, HTC One, Sony Xperia Z, LG Optimus G Pro, Samsung Galaxy Nexus, HTC Sensation, Motorola Droid Razr, Sony Xperia S2, Motorola Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, Asus Eee Pad Transformer, Acer Iconia Tab A5003, Samsung Galaxy S, HTC Desire HD, LG Op WhatsApp is notifying users with certain smartphones to upgrade to continue using the messaging service.
