Meta-owned messaging platform, WhatsApp, will stop working on several android mobile phones with operating systems that are no longer eligible for updates.
Such mobile phones will not be able to use the messaging app with effect from January 1, 2025, according to a report published by technology website.
The decision is part of the platform’s ongoing efforts to update and adapt to the latest technological advancements in order to enhance the user experience.
Older smartphones with outdated operating systems will no longer be able to benefit from the new updates.
Here is a list of the brands whose mobile phones will be affected by this decision:
Samsung
Galaxy S3
Galaxy Note 2
Galaxy Ace 3
Galaxy S4 Mini
Motorola
Moto G (1st Gen)
Razr HD
Moto E 2014
HTC
One X
One X+
Desire 500
Desire 601
LG
Optimus G
Nexus 4
G2 Mini
L90
Sony
Xperia Z
Xperia SP
Xperia T
Xperia V
