WhatsApp no ​​longer works on these Android mobile phones and iPhone

Starting in April, many older smartphone users may find themselves unable to access WhatsApp, following an update to the system requirements required by the instant messaging app.

This modification will affect both Android terminals before version 5.0, and those devices that do not work with iOS 12 or later.

The purpose of this update, according to the company, is It is to enhance the functionality and performance in the most modern deviceswhich in turn excludes older models from receiving future updates or technical support.

Several models of this operating system will not work with this application, including:

• Huawei Ascend Mate
• Ascend G740
• Boarding D2

• Galaxy core
• Galaxy Trend Lite
• Galaxy Ace 2
• Galaxy S3 mini
• Galaxy Trend II
• Galaxy x2 cover

• Optimus L3 II Duo
• Optimus L5 II
• Optimus F5
• Optimus L3 II
• Optimus L7II

Likewise, exceptions are expected for models from other brands such as Sony, Xiaomi, HTC, Lenovo, Faea, Wiko, Archos and ZTE, including the following phones:

• Sony Xperia M
• Lenovo A820
• Wiko Sync Five
• Wiko Dark Knight
• Archos 53 Platinum
• ZTE V956 – Umi X2,
• ZTE Grand S Flex
• ZTE Grand Note

All iPhones affected by this update They were launched before 2016 and are more than seven years old. They are:

• iPhone 3G
• iPhone 3GS
• iPhone 4
• iPhone 4s
• Iphone 5
• iPhone 5C
• iPhone 6s,
• iPhone SE
• iPhone 6s plus

End of support can happen for various reasons, but the main reason is that the operating system version, whether Android or iOS, is not compatible with the current version of WhatsApp, which asks different requirements for operation, implementation of certain functions or maintenance. Security and privacy requirements.

This change reflects the ongoing dynamic of progress in the field of mobile applications, where improving user experience and enhancing security and privacy are key priorities.

Over time, supporting legacy technologies becomes a challenge, which eventually forces developers to focus their efforts on newer, more secure, and more efficient versions.

but, A direct consequence of this development is that owners of phones more than 10 years old are faced with the need to take measures to avoid losing their important data.

Among the recommended measures for those affected by this update is the importance of backing up chats and multimedia content on WhatsApp.

If your cell phone is on the list above, it's best to make a backup. The process to be followed in this case is as follows:

• Open WhatsApp.
• Go to settings.
• Open the “Chats” option.
• Then select the backup option.
• Click Make a copy now.
• Wait for the process to complete, which may take 30 minutes or so.
• The backup will start uploading to your Google Drive account.

This process allows users to protect their personal information, chats, photos and videos, ensuring that this data is available beyond the life cycle of their device.

For affected users, this moment represents a turning point to consider upgrading their devices, in case they want to continue enjoying instant messaging services without interruption.