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WhatsApp, one of the most important applications today, will stop working on some Android and iOS mobiles as of February 2020. Facebook has decided to eliminate support for those devices that are older or have a very old version of Android or iOS. Although it does not affect a large number of devices, it can affect some users. Fortunately, there are different solutions that we must take into account in the event that our mobile phone is affected. Here you can check your model and how to continue using WhatsApp in 2020.
All those Android mobiles with versions lower than Android 2.3.7 will no longer have WhatsApp from February 2020. There are several devices with this version, such as the Samsung Galaxy S2, LG Optimus 3D Max and some Sony Xperia models. To check which version you have, go to Settings> System> Software info> Android version.
In the case of iPhone, it affects all those models that have iOS 9 and earlier versions. This version came with the iPhone 4s, and there are terminals, such as the iPhone SE or the iPhone 6 and 6s that may still have this version of Apple's operating system. You can check which version of iOS you have in Settings> General> Information> Software version.
What happens if my mobile is affected? How can I solve that?
As you can see, it only affects older mobiles. It is highly unlikely that your device is affected. However, if you have verified that the version is the same or earlier than the one mentioned, you should know that WhatsApp will stop working completely. That is, you will not be able to use the application. In the event that it lets you in, it does not have official support and you will not be able to receive security updates, so you will not be protected against possible security threats.
There is a practical solution: update your mobile. Especially for iOS devices, there is likely a newer version of the software available that will allow you to continue using the app. To do this, go to Settings> General> Software update and check if there is a new version available. On Android, go to Settings> System> Software Update to check for a newer version. In case it does not let you update, but you want to continue having WhatsApp, you will have to buy another new device.
Via: CNET.
