Android phones that will stop supporting WhatsApp from October 24

WhatsApp regularly updates its platforms with new features and security fixes to improve the user experience, privacy, and security.

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WhatsApp will stop supporting older Android smartphones with Android OS version 4.1 or older.

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List of some popular smartphones running on Android OS version 4.1 and older:

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* LG Optimus G Pro * Samsung Galaxy S2 * Samsung Galaxy Nexus * HTC Sensation * Motorola Droid Razr * Sony Xperia S2 * Motorola Xoom * Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 * Asus Eee Pad Transformer * Acer Iconia Tab A5003 * Samsung Galaxy S * HTC Desire HD * LG Optimus 2X * Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc3

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Meanwhile, if you are unsure whether your smartphone runs on Android OS version 4.1 and older, you can check the settings menu on your device.

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Go to Settings > About phone > Software information. Your Android version will be listed under the Version category.

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