WhatsApp regularly updates its features, and as a result, some older devices may no longer be compatible with the messaging app. As of December 31, more than 47 devices will no longer support WhatsApp, and the complete list can be found in this article.
Apple users with older models running iOS 10 and iOS 11 may have already experienced issues with WhatsApp, as the app ceased functioning on those systems on October 24. Only two iPhone models will be affected this time, alongside several outdated Android smartphones.
While many people have upgraded to newer smartphone models, there are still some who continue to use older devices. Unfortunately, if your device is on the list of impacted devices, WhatsApp will no longer be accessible after December 31.
To help users search through the list of impacted devices more easily, we’ve arranged them in alphabetical order. While there are only 47 devices on the list, it’s important to check and see if your device is one of them.
List of Devices That Will Not Longer Access WhatsApp
- iPhone 5
- iPhone 5c
- Archos 53 Platinum
- Grand S Flex ZTE
- Grand X Quad V987 ZTE
- HTC Desire 500
- Huawei Ascend D
- Huawei Ascend D1
- Huawei Ascend D2
- Huawei Ascend G740
- Huawei Ascend Mate
- Huawei Ascend P1
- Quad XL
- Lenovo A820
- LG Enact
- LG Lucid 2
- LG Optimus 4X HD
- LG Optimus F3
- LG Optimus F3Q
- LG Optimus F5
- LG Optimus F6
- LG Optimus F7
- LG Optimus L2 II
- LG Optimus L3 II
- LG Optimus L3 II Dual
- LG Optimus L4 II
- LG Optimus L4 II Dual
- LG Optimus L5
- LG Optimus L5 Dual
- LG Optimus L5 II
- LG Optimus L7
- LG Optimus L7 II
- LG Optimus L7 II Dual
- LG Optimus Nitro HD
- Memo ZTE V956
- Samsung Galaxy Ace 2
- Samsung Galaxy Core
- Samsung Galaxy S2
- Samsung Galaxy S3 mini
- Samsung Galaxy Trend II
- Samsung Galaxy Trend Lite
- Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2
- Sony Xperia Arc S
- Sony Xperia miro
- Sony Xperia Neo L
- Wiko Cink Five
- Wiko Darknight ZT
To conclude, upgrading to a newer model of smartphone is necessary for those who wish to continue using WhatsApp on their phone, as being on the list of unsupported models would prevent access to the WhatsApp platform.
Source: WhatsApp FAQ
