WhatsApp to end support for Windows Phone
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WhatsApp has just confirmed that it will end support for Windows Phone, as well as some older versions of Android and iOS. Starting from December 31, 2019, WhatsApp for Windows Phone will stop working, while next year the developer will no longer support devices running older versions of Android and iOS.
In case you’re wondering why WhatsApp has decided to turn off support for Windows Phone ahead of 2020, it’s worth mentioning that this is consistent with Microsoft’s decision to end support for their mobile operating system.
Concerning the other two operating systems, WhatsApp will stop working on devices running Android version 2.3.7 and older starting February 1, 2020. Also, devices powered by iOS 7 and older will no longer be compatible with WhatsApp effective February 1, 2020.
However, since WhatsApp won’t be developing for these operating systems anymore, some features that are now available might stop working even before the deadline, so you might want to switch to a newer device if you want to continue to use WhatsApp.
Moreover, if you’re using a device that runs these older Android and iOS versions, you won’t be able to create new accounts, nor reverify existing accounts, as of right now.
Questions & Answers
Q.When will WhatsApp stop working on Windows Phone devices?
When will WhatsApp stop working on Windows Phone devices?
WhatsApp for Windows Phone will stop working from December 31, 2019. This change is consistent with Microsoft's decision to end support for their mobile operating system.
Q.Which specific versions of Android and iOS will lose WhatsApp support, and from when?
Which specific versions of Android and iOS will lose WhatsApp support, and from when?
WhatsApp will stop working on devices running Android version 2.3.7 and older from February 1, 2020. Devices powered by iOS 7 and older will also no longer be compatible effective February 1, 2020.
Q.Are there any immediate implications for users on older Android and iOS versions?
Are there any immediate implications for users on older Android and iOS versions?
Yes, users on these older Android and iOS versions currently cannot create new WhatsApp accounts. They also cannot reverify existing accounts on such devices.
Q.Could some WhatsApp features stop working on affected devices before the official deadline?
Could some WhatsApp features stop working on affected devices before the official deadline?
Yes, some features that are currently available might stop working even before the official deadlines. This is because WhatsApp will no longer be developing for these older operating systems.
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