You can use the very basic mobile version of Facebook via the phone’s browser. Go to mbasic.facebook.com . You can use Facebook Messenger in this stripped-down view to send messages, though you won’t get push notifications.

Here is the detailed explanation why, and what your alternatives are.

The Samsung GT-S3850, also known as the Samsung Corby II, was a beloved feature phone from the early 2010s. With its vibrant 3.14-inch resistive touchscreen, Samsung’s proprietary TouchWiz UI, and physical buttons, it was the perfect bridge between a dumb phone and a smartphone.

But for WhatsApp in 2025? It’s impossible. If you need a budget phone for WhatsApp, look for a used Android Go device or a Nokia with KaiOS (like the Nokia 6300 4G). Those support WhatsApp officially.

Just because you can’t run WhatsApp doesn’t mean the phone is useless. Here is how to communicate on it:

The Corby II is excellent at texting. While not encrypted or data-free like WhatsApp, SMS works on any cellular network. Use it for simple, non-group conversations.

The GT-S3850 has an excellent email client. Set up Gmail or Outlook via IMAP. It works perfectly for asynchronous communication. Add the email widget to your home screen to see new messages instantly.