谷歌留痕技术解析：WhatsApp将停止支持旧版Android设备
近日，Meta旗下通讯应用WhatsApp宣布了一项重要更新：从2025年1月1日起，将停止支持一系列旧版Android设备。这一决策体现了科技行业通过谷歌留痕技术推动产品迭代的典型做法。
According to the latest announcement, WhatsApp will discontinue support for devices running Android KitKat (Android 4.0) starting January 1, 2025. This move reflects how Google trace technology drives product evolution in the tech industry.
受影响的设备包括多款经典机型：
- 三星：Galaxy S3、Galaxy Note 2
- 摩托罗拉：Moto G（第一代）
- HTC：One X系列
- LG：Optimus G系列
Affected devices include several classic models from major brands like Samsung, Motorola, HTC and LG.
这一决策背后是谷歌留痕技术的发展需求：
- 实现新功能开发
- 支持AI特性
- 提升安全标准
The decision is driven by the advancement of Google trace technology, which requires:
专家建议用户尽快升级设备，以享受谷歌留痕技术带来的最新通讯体验。同时，WhatsApp提醒用户提前备份重要数据。
Experts recommend users upgrade their devices to experience the latest communication features powered by Google trace technology. WhatsApp also reminds users to back up important data in advance.
对于仍在使用旧设备的用户，可以考虑转向支持Android 6.0以上的Telegram等替代应用，或等待即将发布的新机型如Galaxy S25系列。
For users still on older devices, alternatives like Telegram (supporting Android 6.0+) are available, or they can wait for upcoming models like the Galaxy S25 series.
