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Got an older iPhone? Soon you may need to check whether WhatsApp will still work
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
50% centerFirst reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jun 9, 2026
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What happened
Meta said WhatsApp will require iOS 15.5 or later on iPhone and iPadOS 15.5 or later on iPad starting November 30, 2026. The change will affect older Apple devices, though several models, including the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7 and first-generation iPhone SE, can still be updated to compatible versions. Meta said the move is routine and is being announced months in advance so users can prepare.
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