WhatsApp to stop working on these 5 iPhones from November 2026 [Full list]

Author: efosataiwo@vanguardngr.comPublished on: September 13, 2026Country: United States

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WhatsApp to stop working on these 5 iPhones from November 2026 [Full list]

WhatsApp will raise its minimum software requirements for iPhones starting November 30, 2026, requiring iOS 15.5 or later. The affected models include the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone 7, and iPhone 7 Plus. Users should check for available software updates to continue using WhatsApp without needing to purchase a new device.

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