WhatsApp will soon stop using iPhones running iOS 15.1 or earlier, urging users to update their devices for continuous support and new security features.
Mark Zuckerberg
WhatsApp has launched several new updates in recent months to improve user privacy and security. These updates are designed to give users more control over their chats and protect them from spam, scams and unnecessary disruptions.
One of the main changes is the addition of additional privacy layers. These new features make it harder for others to copy text, photos, or videos from chats and groups, which can help protect sensitive information. WhatsApp also makes the chat lock function better than before. Now you can lock specific conversations with your password, fingerprint or face ID and add a layer of security to your most private chat.
Another useful feature that many users will appreciate is called “Silence Unknown Caller”. As the name implies, it prevents silence or silence from people not saved in contacts. This helps stop spam or scam calls from contacting you and makes your WhatsApp experience more peaceful.
To make privacy easier, WhatsApp introduces privacy checking, a built-in guide in the app. This feature helps you quickly view and change your privacy settings according to your needs without browsing the Settings menu.
However, not everyone can enjoy these new updates. Some older smartphones, especially those still using iOS 15 or earlier, may not support these latest features. Since iOS 15 is now outdated and lags behind the current version of the three generations, these phones lack the power and updated security systems required for the latest WhatsApp tools.
If you use an old iPhone and want to continue using WhatsApp without any hassle, it may be time to consider upgrading. Newer models like the iPhone 13 or iPhone 14 are recommended for best performance and full access to WhatsApp's latest privacy features.
