36 Phones that will no longer be compatible with WhatsApp – complete list!

With the constant progress and development of technologies, older devices constantly become obsolete, as they are not able to update and support certain applications. Recently, the suspension of the operation of the WhatsApp messaging application on 47 old cell phone models was announced. So, check out the complete list of outdated cell phones.

List of obsolete smartphones

Scheduled obsolescence

The development of technologies, especially information technologies, occurs extremely quickly in modern times, turning devices into outdated versions in a short time. This process, called planned obsolescence, is even more visible in mobile devices, as upgrade limitations turn devices into a paperweight.

Soon, the loss of access or support for apps has become a common phenomenon nowadays. In this context, the company Meta announced the suspension of its WhatsApp messaging application on obsolete devices, for not be adapted to its updates, forcing individuals who want access to this application to buy a new one device.

So, check out the complete list of cell phones that will no longer be able to use the WhatsApp application below!

Full list of Smartphones:

See the list according to the website ChalkChina:

1. iphone 5 and 5c
2. archos 53 platinum
3. Grand S Flex ZTE
4. Grand X Quad V987 ZTE
5. HTC Desire 500
6. Huawei Ascend D
7. Huawei Ascend D1 and D2
8. Huawei Ascend G740
9. Huawei Ascend Companion
10. Huawei Ascend P1
11. Quad XL
12. Lenovo A820
13. LG Approve
14. LG Lucid 2
15. LG Optimus 4XHD
16. LG Optimus F3 and F3Q
17. LG Optimus F5, F6 and F7
18. LG Optimus L2II
19. LG Optimus L3II and L3II Dual
20. LG Optimus L4II and L4II Dual
21. LG Optimus L5, L5II and L5II Dual
22. LG Optimus L7, L7II and L7II Dual
23. LG Optimus NitroHD
24. Memo ZTE V956
25. Samsung Galaxy Ace 2
26. Samsung Galaxy Core
27. samsung galaxy s2
28. Mini Samsung Galaxy S3
29. Samsung Galaxy Trend II
30. Samsung Galaxy Trend Lite
31. Samsung Galaxy Xcover 2
32. Sony Xperia Arc S
33. sony xperia miro
34. Sony Xperia NeoL
35. Wiko Cink Five
36. Wiko Darknight ZT