Officially, WhatsApp v17.00 requires Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or higher . However, Android 6 devices will run it, but features like Passkey require Android 9+.
| Feature | WhatsApp v16.x | WhatsApp v17.00 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Old-style static bar | Material You dynamic | | Multi-Device Limit | 4 devices | 5 devices | | Default Media Quality | Standard only (manual HD) | Optional HD as default | | Login Security | SMS OTP | SMS + Passkey (Android) | | Voice Transcripts | iOS only | iOS + Android | | Chat Lock | Simple folder | Secret code + folder | | Backup Type | Full backup each time | Incremental | | Battery Impact | Moderate | Low | whatsapp v17.00
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For the first time, WhatsApp v17.00 includes a directly within the Calls tab. You no longer need to save a contact to call them. Simply open the app, tap the Calls tab, and use the number pad to enter any international number—even if it’s not in your phone’s address book. This feature is a direct challenge to traditional cellular carriers and apps like Skype or Viber. Officially, WhatsApp v17
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