WhatsApp is ending support for a number of older Android and iOS devices starting October 24, 2023. Learn about the affected devices here.
will stop supporting Android smartphones running Android OS 5.0 or below and iPhones running iOS 12 and below starting October 24, 2023. This means that these devices will no longer receive updates from WhatsApp, including features and security patches.
To find out if your smartphone will be affected, you can check the operating system version in your phone settings. ForIf you are unable to update your device, you will need to switch to a newer device in order to continue using WhatsApp. WhatsApp regularly reviews the operating systems it supports to ensure that it can continue to provide the best possible experience for its users. When it stops supporting an operating system, it is typically because the operating system is no longer being widely used or is no longer able to meet WhatsApp’s security requirements.Gizmochina brings you the best of Chinese Tech from emerging smartphone companies, innovative startups, to crazy smart home products and revolutionary technologies.
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