WhatsApp moves to require OS updates before some users can log in
Users on older iOS and Android versions will receive prompts to update their operating systems before accessing chats. According to GSMArena, the change is apparently rolling out through a server-side update, without requiring a specific app version. The Economic Times says it aims to reduce vulnerabilities associated with unpatched systems and malware.
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