WhatsApp: News

27 Nov 2018

Facebook Messenger

Future video chats might even transmit smells: See how

Modern-day internet messaging platforms (WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger et al) have re-defined end-to-end conversations.

27 Nov 2018

iOS

WhatsApp is changing the way you make group calls

Finally, WhatsApp is bringing a long-awaited fix for its group calling capabilities.

27 Nov 2018

Facebook

Another high-profile exit of WhatsApp: Chief Business Officer Neeraj quits

In what is sure to hurt WhatsApp and its parent company Facebook, Neeraj Arora, the Chief Business Officer of the messaging app, announced on Monday that he will leave the company.

24 Nov 2018

Mumbai

Mumbai: Jeweller found dead in his car with gunshot wound

In a tragic incident, a 40-year-old jeweller from Mumbai was found dead inside his car from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.

23 Nov 2018

Facebook

Soon, you'll see videos in WhatsApp's notifications: Details here

WhatsApp is reportedly bringing new video preview capabilities in its latest beta version for iOS.

23 Nov 2018

Facebook

#CareerBytes: 5 Facebook groups every UPSC aspirant should join

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), popularly known as the IAS exam, is one of the country's toughest exams.

21 Nov 2018

India

Facebook-owned WhatsApp names Abhijit Bose as first India head

Amidst growing pressure from the Indian government, Facebook-owned messaging service WhatsApp has appointed Abhijit Bose as its first-ever India head.

21 Nov 2018

Mumbai

Mumbai: Man sends private-pictures of ex-lover to her colleagues, arrested

Mumbai police have arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly circulating private pictures of his ex-lover after the victim lodged a complaint with Tilak Nagar police, Mid-Day reports.

21 Nov 2018

Jaish-e-Mohammed

Two JeM-terrorists may have entered Delhi, photo released, alert sounded

The Delhi police on Tuesday sounded an alert saying two alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives may have entered the city.

19 Nov 2018

Xiaomi

Here's how you can use two WhatsApp-numbers on same phone

Whether you have a dual-SIM cell, or wish to separate your personal and professional WhatsApp contacts, or for any other reason, you want to operate two WhatsApp numbers on the same phone- know that it's possible.

19 Nov 2018

iOS

Apple's App Store is removing WhatsApp sticker apps: Here's why

Android and iOS users can finally send/receive stickers on WhatsApp.

17 Nov 2018

Facebook

Want to create WhatsApp stickers using selfies? Here's the way

After a long wait, WhatsApp started rolling out stickers for its Android and iOS apps.

17 Nov 2018

Delhi Police

#TerrorAlert: JeM terror plans intercepted, Delhi on high alert

On Saturday, the national capital was put on high alert after intelligence agencies came across messages detailing attack plans in a WhatsApp group believed to be run by Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM).

16 Nov 2018

Facebook

All the new WhatsApp features you should know about

If you thought WhatsApp didn't have enough features to match up with its rivals, it is time to think again.

15 Nov 2018

India

This Chennai woman earns millions by selling sarees on WhatsApp

The world may not be able to decide if social media is a boon or curse, but Chennai-based Shanmuga Priya can.

13 Nov 2018

Google

WhatsApp to delete outdated Google Drive backups: What to do

If you have not backed up WhatsApp chats and photos on Google Drive in a long while, do it immediately or they'll be removed.

10 Nov 2018

Android

Now, all iOS users can become WhatsApp beta testers

There's good news for iOS users.

08 Nov 2018

Facebook

Soon, you'll have 10 minutes to retract sent Facebook messages

Facebook finally appears ready to introduce the much hyped 'unsend' button into its Messenger app.

08 Nov 2018

Android

How to change your phone number on WhatsApp

WhatsApp has become an inescapable part of our lives, and has become a one-stop app for almost every communication need.

08 Nov 2018

Facebook

Soon, WhatsApp users will get previews while forwarding messages

WhatsApp appears to be working on a new feature, one that would generate an additional preview pane when messages are being forwarded on the app.

08 Nov 2018

Batman

#ComicBytes: Five comic technologies that exist in real life

In our years of living, we have often seen life imitating art, wherein the fantastic things portrayed in works of art have been turned to reality, thanks to the visionary innovators.

07 Nov 2018

Diwali

How to download Diwali Stickers on WhatsApp

We have two amazing reasons for you to be excited.

06 Nov 2018

Facebook

#CareerBytes: 5 Facebook groups every UPSC aspirant should join

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), popularly known as the IAS exam, is one of the country's toughest exams.

06 Nov 2018

Facebook

All the new WhatsApp features you should know about

If you thought WhatsApp didn't have enough features to match up with its rivals, it is time to think again.

04 Nov 2018

YouTube

Jio announces open sale of JioPhone 2 from November 5-12

JioPhone 2, which has so far been available via flash sales only, will be available in an open festive sale.

03 Nov 2018

Security

Here are 6 tips to keep your WhatsApp secure

World-wide, WhatsApp is now the quintessential messaging app.

02 Nov 2018

Android

Selling your Android phone? Don't forget to follow these steps

As the festive season sets in, many of you would be thinking of selling or trading in your Android smartphone for a new one.

01 Nov 2018

Android

Soon, you'd be able to 'reply privately' on WhatsApp groups

Soon, WhatsApp users would get a new feature, one that lets them reply privately to messages sent in a group.

01 Nov 2018

India

You'll soon start seeing ads on WhatsApp: Details here

In what might come as a disappointment to many WhatsApp users, as well as WhatsApp co-founder Brian Acton, the messaging platform is getting ready to serve advertisements to users around the world.

25 Oct 2018

iOS

Finally, WhatsApp is getting sticker support: Details here

After a long wait, WhatsApp users would finally get the ability to send and receive stickers.

25 Oct 2018

Android

WhatsApp for iOS to get Touch ID, Face ID security

After the famous 'Vacation' mode, WhatsApp is said to be working on another intriguing feature, one that would enhance the security of its iOS messaging app.

25 Oct 2018

Paytm

Reliance JioPhone 2 flash sale today: Everything to know

JioPhone 2, the latest feature phone from Reliance Jio, will be up for grabs today starting 12 pm via a flash sale on Jio.com.

24 Oct 2018

India

Iconic Nokia 8110 4G phone now available for Rs. 5,999

The recently launched Nokia 8110 4G aka the 'Banana Phone' is now available in India.

23 Oct 2018

iOS

WhatsApp for iOS gets iPhone Xs Max support

WhatsApp has updated its iOS app (version 2.18.100) to bring a host of new features and support for the recently launched Apple iPhone Xs Max.

CBI books its second-in-command in bribery scandal

In a case that might have far-reaching consequences, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has booked its second-in-command, Special Director Rakesh Asthana, in a bribery scandal.

19 Oct 2018

Facebook

WhatsApp is working on Instagram linking, and new 'Vacation' mode

WhatsApp users could soon get an option to link the messaging service with their Instagram accounts.

19 Oct 2018

Facebook

Survey: Americans don't know that Facebook owns WhatsApp

Since the Cambridge Analytica scandal, Facebook's values and its position on data privacy of customers have been questioned repeatedly.

Maharashtra man booked for giving 'triple talaq' over WhatsApp

In yet another case of 'triple talaq' that surfaced in Maharashtra, a 26-year-old Muslim man of Aurangabad district allegedly divorced his wife over the digital messaging platform, WhatsApp.

16 Oct 2018

India

#TechBytes: Tips to save mobile data on WhatsApp

With over 1.5 billion daily active users worldwide and nearly 250 million in India alone, WhatsApp is hands down the most popular instant messaging platform.