One of the apps that have become essential in our daily lives is the one that is part of the Meta family: WhatsApp. This platform is one of the favorites of users thanks to its new features and continuous updates; However, what will be good for some will be a tragedy for others, since some cell phones will be left without the application on May 31.
Why won’t the app work on certain phones?
In order for the platform to continue to function optimally with its new features and updates, it is essential to have a device that is not obsolete. For this reason, WhatsApp announced that unfortunately, its new updates will no longer allow it to be compatible with certain cell phone models.
Therefore, the reasons why your cell phone might stop working for the app could be the following:
- The model of cell phone or tablet you drive has outdated software
- Your cell phone is definitely outdated or a small number of people still use those devices
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How can I check my operating system version?
Remember that the new version of WhatsApp is compatible with Android 4.1 and later versions and, in the case of the iPhone, it will only be compatible with iOS 10 and later versions. To update your operating system version follow these simple steps:
- Go to “Settings”
- Click on “Systems”
- Then in “Software Update” and that’s it.
- This way you will have the newest version of your cell phone, as long as your smartphone is a current model.
LIST of models left without the app
Next, we share the list of cell phones that they will no longer be able to use the platform Zuckerberg’s messaging:
- Archos 53 Platinum
- HTC Desire 500
- Samsung Galaxy Trend Lite
- Samsung Galaxy Trend II
- Samsung Galaxy S3 mini
- Caterpillar Cat B15
- Sony Xperia M
- Wiko Cink Five
- Wiko Darknight
- Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2
- Huawei Ascend G740
- ZTE Grand S Flex
- Lenovo A820
- Huawei Ascend Mate
- ZTE V956 – UMi X2
- Huawei Ascend D2
- Samsung Galaxy Core
- Faea F1
- THL W8
- ZTE Grand X Quad v987
- ZTE Grand Memo
- Samsung Galaxy Ace 2
- LG Lucid 2
- LG Optimus F7
- LG Optimus L3 II Dual
- LG Optimus F5
- LG Optimus L5 II
- LG Optimus L5 II Dual
- LG Optimus L3 II
- LG Optimus L7 II Dual
- LG Optimus L7 II
- LG Optimus F6
- LG Enact
- LG Optimus L4 II Dual
- LG Optimus F3
- LG Optimus L4 II
- LG Optimus L2 II
- LG Optimus F3Q
- Apple iPhone SE
- Apple iPhone 6S
- Apple iPhone 6S Plus
If you find your cell phone in the list above, maybe it’s a good time to consider renew your team.
With information from El Heraldo de México
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