Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, WhatsApp will no longer work for Android phones running Android KitKat or previous versions of the operating system.WhatsApp has been adding new features and functionalities that require more powerful hardware which older Android KitKat devices cannot offer.The move is consistent with Meta's strategy to phase away support for obsolete devices.The affected Android phones include Samsung Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy S4 Mini, Sony Xperia T, Xperia V, Xperia Z, Xperia SP, Motorola Moto G (1st Generation), Moto E 2014, Razr HD, LG Optimus G, G2 Mini, Nexus 4, L90, HTC One X, One X+, Desire 500, and Desire 601.