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WhatsApp will stop working on outdated operating systems
Original: WhatsApp blocks itself on outdated operating systems WhatsApp introduces a new security barrier: If an outdated OS versi
WhatsApp is introducing a new security measure that makes the messenger refuse to run when it detects an outdated operating system version on a user's device. The move is aimed at protecting users on unsupported software, though observers note the app still supports older systems such as Android 6. The change means people on very old phones will need to update their device software or switch hardware to keep using the service.
Why now: Users of older phones are concerned the app they rely on may suddenly stop working on their devices.
Evidence
- WhatsApp blocks itself on outdated operating systems WhatsApp introduces a new security barrier: If an outdated OS version is detected, the messenger will refuse to work. However, the app also supports Android 6. https://www. heise.de/en/news/WhatsApp-bloc… · heiseonlineenglish@social.heise.de · 1
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