Full list of phones WhatsApp will stop working on this month including some iPhones
Phone users who send messages on WhatsApp may no longer be able to use the popular app from this month.
It comes following an update on the platform which affects older mobile phones.
Changes to WhatsApp's compatibility with operating systems mean some older smartphones will no longer be able to run the popular app due to security concerns.
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This means that iPhones released in 2014 or earlier and which cannot upgrade to the 15.1 iOS version are impacted.
The minimum requirement for Android phones is now OS 5.0, which was released in 2014,Full list of phones WhatsApp will stop working on this month
WhatsApp sent notifications warning users that they need to "update to the latest version of iOS to continue using WhatsApp."
These alerts were sent out to users who are running anything older than iOS 15.1 on their iPhones.
If you have an iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, or iPhone 6 Plus, or any earlier iPhone, your device will not be compatible with iOS 18. This means you will not be able to update your phone and WhatsApp will stop working on the device you use.
Android phones like Samsung's Galaxy S III, the HTC One X, and the Sony Xperia Z will no longer be able to run Meta's messaging app.
According to 9to5Mac, on the app's FAQ page, Meta says the decision to axe support is due to these legacy phones not having the latest security updates or functionality required to run WhatsApp.
Apple declared the iPhone 6 "obsolete" over a year ago, meaning the company will no longer repair or service the device, and third-party service providers can't order parts for the products.
And in April this year, WhatsApp announced twelve new features the two billion active users of the app can enjoy.
Uploading a blog to their website, WhatsApp says: "To keep you in the loop, we'll be sharing regular roundups of the latest updates, tools, and settings." A new roundup includes new features that have been rolled out recently, that you may not be aware of. They include the following:
Chats
Online indicator in group chats: To help you know if people are around to chat, you can now see how many people are 'online' in real-time, right under the group name.
Highlight notifications in groups: You can use the new 'Notify for' setting and select 'Highlights' to limit notifications for @mentions, replies, and messages from saved contacts or 'All' to receive all notifications.
Events updates
You can now create an event in a 1:1 conversation. WhatsApp has also added the ability to RSVP as 'maybe,' invite a plus one, add end date and time for longer events, and pin the event in a chat.
Tappable reactions: Now you can quickly view everyone else's reactions and tap the one you want to send.
Document scanning on iPhone: Scan and send documents directly from WhatsApp on iPhone. Select 'Scan document' from the attachment section and follow the steps to scan, crop, and save the document.
Default App for iPhone: With the latest iOS update, you can now also set WhatsApp as your default messaging and calling app on your iPhone. To make the switch, go to Settings > Default Apps and select WhatsApp.
Calls
Pinch to zoom in video calls: iPhone users can now pinch to zoom in on a video while on a video call to get a closer look at your own or peer video.
Add to call from a chat: Add someone to an ongoing call directly from a chat thread by tapping the call icon on the top and selecting 'Add to call'.
Enjoy smoother video calls: Work has been done to reduce dropped calls and video freezing. Improved bandwidth detection can quickly upgrade your video to HD quality for a more enjoyable experience.
Updates
Video notes for Channels: Similar to chats, Channel admins can now instantly record and share short videos (60 seconds or less) with followers.
Voice message transcripts on Channels: You can now get a written summary of voice message updates from channels when you're on the go and can't listen to them.
QR codes: As a channel admin, you can now share a unique QR code that links directly to your channel, making it easy to share with others and grow their audience.
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