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WhatsApp will stop working on some iPhone models in ONE WEEK — is yours on the blocked phone list?

  • Meta has announced that beginning May 5, 2025, WhatsApp will no longer be compatible with certain older iPhone devices worldwide, including the iPhone 5s and the iPhone 6 series.
  • The decision follows Meta's ongoing efforts to enhance security and enable newer features by requiring iOS 15.1 or later, which older devices cannot install.
  • Along with affected iPhones, several older Android models like Samsung Galaxy S3 and HTC One X will lose compatibility as manufacturers have ceased updates for those devices.
  • WhatsApp stated that "The message is quiet clear: upgrade your iPhone," highlighting that users must update or upgrade to continue messaging securely.
  • This change will impact a small percentage of WhatsApp's 2.5 billion users and suggests a broader trend where apps phase out support for outdated devices to maintain safety.
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WhatsApp has announced that it will not support old iPhones from the beginning of May, so owners of certain models can say goodbye to the popular application if they do not update their device or switch to a newer model.

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When you think of big tech companies, it’s easy to imagine a model based on advertising or subscription services. However, WhatsApp is a notable exception, as it doesn’t charge its users and also doesn’t include ads in chats. So, how does WhatsApp earn money? The answer has several layers, and they all revolve around its role as a key piece within Meta’s ecosystem, the parent company. From payment app to strategic platformIn its early years, Wha…

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Are you on the blacklist? As of May 2025, some mobile phones might stop being WhatsApp-compatible, so you can miss the updates on the messaging platform. We share the list of devices that will lose the app. List of mobile phones that will run out of WhatsApp by May 2025 It's time to say goodbye! We share the list of mobile phones that will run out of WhatsApp as of May 1, 2025. Android phones. Samsung Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy Ace 3 andGa…

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diariopanorama.com broke the news in on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
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