WhatsApp will no longer function on these smartphones as of January 1, 2025.

Beginning January 1, 2025, the well-known messaging app WhatsApp, which is owned by Meta, will no longer function on a number of smart handsets.

The decision was made as WhatsApp works to provide its users in Pakistan and around the world with better services by adjusting to the most recent technological developments. The application won’t work on devices with out-of-date operating systems that can’t receive updates.

Users won’t be able to continue using WhatsApp on these older Android phones since they won’t be able to install upgrades in the future.

Phones on This List Will No Longer Support WhatsApp in 2025:

Samsung:

Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy Ace 3, Galaxy S4, and Galaxy S4 Mini Motorola:

Moto G (1st Gen) Razr HD 2014 Moto E
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HTC

Desire 500 Desire 601 One X One X+ LG:

Sony Nexus 4 G2 Mini L90 Optimus G:

Xperia Z, Xperia SP, Xperia T, and Xperia V smartphones:

iOS 5s, iOS 6, and iOS 6 Plus
WhatsApp will stop supporting iOS versions before 15.1, according to WABetaInfo, with effect from May 5, 2025. At present, the application is compatible with devices operating on iOS 12 and later.

However, following this update, users will need to have at least iOS 15.1 to continue using the app. Those with iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus, which can only be updated to iOS 12.5.7, will find themselves unable to access WhatsApp after the specified date.

Reasons for the Termination of Support

This move is aligned with WhatsApp’s strategy to leverage updated APIs and technologies available in newer iOS versions. Such advancements enable the application to enhance performance, roll out new features, and provide a more seamless experience for users.

The limitations of older iOS versions, which do not support the necessary APIs for these enhancements, have led WhatsApp to concentrate its efforts on devices equipped with more recent operating systems.

Furthermore, WhatsApp’s analysis indicates that a relatively minor segment of its user base depends on older iOS versions, allowing the platform to allocate resources more effectively towards improving the app for the majority of its users.