WhatsApp to stop working on these Android smartphones from tomorrow - Jan 1, 2021 - Full list of mobile phones and how to check

WhatsApp Stop Working Android: WhatsApp will stop working for some Android smartphones starting January 1, 2021. There are several Android smartphones that may not be able to run WhatsApp as the company will withdraw support for older versions of OS from next year.

WhatsApp Stop Working Android: FULL LIST of smartphones

According to the information on the WhatsApp FAQ section, WhatsApp will only be compatible with phones running the Android 4.0.3 operating system or newer.

For Android, devices including HTC Desire, Motorola Droid Razr, LG Optimus Black, and the Samsung Galaxy S2 will lose WhatsApp support as 2020 ends.

WhatsApp Stop Working Android: HOW TO CHECK?

To check which OS your phone is running, Android users can head to Settings, then About Phone to see which Android version their smartphone is running on.

WhatsApp to soon roll out audio, video calls for PC users

Earlier, it was reported that instant messaging app WhatsApp is reportedly rolling out a new feature where a user can make or receive audio and video calls right on the desktop screen. According to WABetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp, the audio and video calls are now rolling out to the WhatsApp Desktop app. Unfortunately, this seems to be a very limited launch for now, with the buttons also getting beta labels according to the tipster.

The options to make audio and video calls have started appearing for some beta users, besides the search button at the top of the chat window — both bearing the beta tag.