WhatsApp to Drop Support for Older Android and iOS Devices
WhatsApp will drop support for older Android and iOS devices starting 24 October. Android devices running OS 4.x or older will no longer be supported, while Android Lollipop and newer versions remain compatible. WhatsApp will continue to work on KaiOS-powered devices like JioPhone. The decision is based on software age and user base size. Users will be notified in advance and given upgrade reminders. New accounts cannot be created on Wi-Fi-only devices. WhatsApp has been introducing new features including an iPad app, Channels, and business features.
WhatsApp will drop support for older Android and iOS devices starting 24 October. Android devices running OS 4.x or older will no longer be supported, while Android Lollipop and newer versions remain compatible. WhatsApp will continue to work on KaiOS-powered devices like JioPhone. The decision is based on software age and user base size. Users will be notified in advance and given upgrade reminders. New accounts cannot be created on Wi-Fi-only devices. WhatsApp has been introducing new features including an iPad app, Channels, and business features.
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WhatsApp will drop support for older Android and iOS devices starting 24 October. Android devices running OS 4.x or older will no longer be supported, while Android Lollipop and newer versions remain compatible. WhatsApp will continue to work on KaiOS-powered devices like JioPhone. The decision is based on software age and user base size. Users will be notified in advance and given upgrade reminders. New accounts cannot be created on Wi-Fi-only devices. WhatsApp has been introducing new features including an iPad app, Channels, and business features.
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