But before we answer whether or not 5G is a viable form of connection today, we must first understand what 5G technology is. [caption id="attachment_229026" align="alignnone" width="720"] Photo from Samsung[/caption] Now that we have some idea as to what 5G is, how is it rolled out today? To solve this problem, 5G networks require a strong cellular tower in conjunction with small cell networks, and beamforming with the help of signal processing algorithms. Beamforming, on the other hand, solves the problem with interference, as it can send direct beams of data to the end-user. If you're a BlackBerry OS or Windows Phone 8.0 user and is currently using the WhatsApp app, then it's about to time to say goodbye to the said messaging app. Apart from the aforementioned platforms, WhatsApp will also cease support for the following devices: Android versions older than 2.3.3 Windows Phone 7 iPhone 3GS/iOS 6 Nokia Symbian S60 You may still continue to use WhatsApp on BlackBerry OS and BlackBerry 10, as well as Windows 8.0 and older, until December 31, 2017. Since WhatsApp doesn't have any option to transfer chat history between platforms, they provided an option to send your chat history attached through email. Click the following link/s to learn how: Android iPhone Windows Phone Nokia S40 BlackBerry BlackBerry 10 Source: WhatsApp Read more in our articles including "5G, NSA, SA Quickly Explained" and "HONOR MagicOS 10: Tips & Tricks".
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Jul 12, 2026But before we answer whether or not 5G is a viable form of connection today, we must first understand what 5G technology is. [caption id="attachment_229026" align="alignnone" width="720"] Photo from Samsung[/caption] Now that we have some idea as to what 5G is, how is it rolled out today?
To solve this problem, 5G networks require a strong cellular tower in conjunction with small cell networks, and beamforming with the help of signal processing algorithms. Beamforming, on the other hand, solves the problem with interference, as it can send direct beams of data to the end-user. If you're a BlackBerry OS or Windows Phone 8.0 user and is currently using the WhatsApp app, then it's about to time to say goodbye to the said messaging app.
Our coverage of What is beamforming includes: "5G, NSA, SA Quickly Explained"; "HONOR MagicOS 10: Tips & Tricks"; "WhatsApp will no longer support BlackBerry OS and Windows Phone 8.0 after December 31". Each article provides unique insights and information.