I can then recommend the best Nokia model that actually runs the apps you need.

💡 If you must use WhatsApp but want to carry an S30 phone, consider using a dual-SIM setup. Keep your main SIM in a tablet or a cheap Android device at home for WhatsApp, and use a secondary SIM in your Nokia for calls and emergencies. To help you find the right phone for your needs, tell me: What is your preferred budget for a new device? Do you need specific features like a camera or 4G?

Modern WhatsApp updates use end-to-end encryption that requires more processing power than a basic feature phone provides.

They can survive drops that would shatter a smartphone.