WhatsApp: News
31 Oct 2019
IndiaSeveral Indian activists, journalists targeted by Israeli WhatsApp spyware
In a shocking disclosure, WhatsApp has revealed that Israeli spyware Pegasus was used to snoop on the messages of several Indian journalists and activists.
30 Oct 2019
SecurityWhatsApp is suing an Israeli firm for spying on users
Facebook-owned WhatsApp has sued Israeli security firm NSO Group for developing and injecting malware into its messaging service and using the same for spying on over 1,400 people.
29 Oct 2019
IndiaWhatsApp for iPhone gets group privacy controls and more features
WhatsApp has updated its iOS app to bring new features like group privacy controls, new alignment guidelines for media editing, and hidden display notification badges for muted chats.
27 Oct 2019
DiwaliHow to download Diwali Stickers on WhatsApp
We have two amazing reasons for you to be excited.
23 Oct 2019
iOSWhatsApp rolls out Group Privacy Controls for iOS, Android
Tired of being added to random groups on WhatsApp, every now and then? Well, things are set to change.
20 Oct 2019
GoogleWhatsApp Splash Screen feature spotted in Android beta version
WhatsApp is constantly bringing new features to its messaging platform and the latest addition is a Splash Screen feature.
18 Oct 2019
Uttar PradeshUP Government bans mobile phones in colleges and universities
The Yogi Adityanath-led government in Uttar Pradesh has banned the use of mobile phones in colleges and universities in the state, according to a circular issued by the Directorate of Higher Education in Uttar Pradesh, IANS reported on Friday.
15 Oct 2019
India#TechBytes: 5 cool features coming on WhatsApp
Despite being a little slow at releasing fancy capabilities, WhatsApp has managed to retain the top spot in the messaging category.
13 Oct 2019
SignalWhatsApp's disappearing messages, dark-mode features: Here's how to use them
WhatsApp is constantly evolving its platform with new features and the latest ones to come to the messaging app are disappearing messages and the much-awaited dark mode.
07 Oct 2019
TechnologyWhatsApp for iOS, Android to get these interesting features soon
WhatsApp is constantly evolving its services as it continues to serve over 1.5 billion users across all platforms.
07 Oct 2019
Kotak Mahindra BankWhatsApp banking: Here's how you can get started
Catering to over 1.5 billion users, WhatsApp is surely one of the most popular messaging platforms in the world.
06 Oct 2019
Microsoft#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Surface Duo, Windows 10X, Fold, Android bug and more
The first week of October was full of surprises, both good and bad.
05 Oct 2019
GitHubAlert: Don't send GIFs via WhatsApp, till you update it
A new vulnerability has been discovered in WhatsApp which allows hackers to gain access to your files and messages by leveraging malicious GIFs.
02 Oct 2019
FacebookNow, WhatsApp may roll out disappearing messages
After PiP mode, dark mode, and fingerprint lock, WhatsApp is working on another interesting capability for its users - disappearing messages.
30 Sep 2019
Facebook#TechBytes: 6 essential tricks you should try in WhatsApp
We all use WhatsApp as the daily driver to connect and interact with friends, family, and colleagues.
29 Sep 2019
AndroidSoon, WhatsApp will stop working on these smartphones
Facebook-owned messaging app WhatsApp will withdraw support for a number of dated smartphones by the end of this year.
29 Sep 2019
AndroidWant to read 'deleted' WhatsApp messages? Try these tricks
WhatsApp, the world's biggest messaging platform, has long been offering the ability to 'unsend' messages.
28 Sep 2019
TechnologyHow to know if you have been blocked on WhatsApp?
Today, we chat, send voice notes, even make video calls with our friends and family using WhatsApp.
27 Sep 2019
IndiaFive lady IAS officers who brought positive changes to society
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the country's most prestigious Civil Service and joining the IAS is a dream for many. However, being an IAS officer is tough and needs great commitment.
26 Sep 2019
Adidas#Alert: 'Adidas free shoes' scam is circulating on WhatsApp
Last year, a scam related to Adidas surfaced online wherein the company was claimed to be giving away 3,000 pair of shoes for free as part of its 93rd anniversary.
26 Sep 2019
iOSHow to enable fingerprint authentication for WhatsApp on iOS, Android
WhatsApp is constantly adding new features to its platform, making the messaging app more functional and secure for billions of users.
25 Sep 2019
FacebookInstagram is also getting a dark mode: Details here
After Slack, Gmail, and Google Photos, Instagram has joined the long list of services that are getting a dedicated dark mode.
23 Sep 2019
IndiaMeet the 13-year-old who clicked a selfie with Modi, Trump
A thirteen-year-old boy is now making headlines after clicking, what the netizens have dubbed, the 'most powerful selfie.'
20 Sep 2019
iPhoneWhatsApp's 'Delete for everyone' option doesn't work for some users
WhatsApp has long been providing the option to delete sent messages - a feature that is a real life-saver for most of us.
19 Sep 2019
AustraliaNow, Google Home can make mobile calls for you
Google's Home and Nest devices have long had the ability to make VoIP calls, pretty much like WhatsApp.
18 Sep 2019
FacebookYou can now share WhatsApp Status updates as Facebook Stories
After months of beta testing, WhatsApp has released the ability to let users share their statuses to Facebook.
17 Sep 2019
UberRanu Mondal repeat? This Uber driver's singing is breaking Internet
Days after Ranu Mondal's singing video broke the Internet, a similar video of an Uber driver from Lucknow named Vinod has left netizens in awe.
16 Sep 2019
TelegramTelegram savagely mocked WhatsApp's new file transfer limit
WhatsApp, the biggest messaging service in the world, recently updated its file-transfer limit as part of an effort to give more flexibility to users looking to send files.
15 Sep 2019
FacebookFacebook working on camera-equipped Fire TV Stick rival: Details here
After smart displays, Facebook is looking to take on Google and Amazon in another arena - content streaming.
05 Sep 2019
iOSSoon, WhatsApp will let you play voice messages in notifications
In a bid to make things more convenient for iOS users, WhatsApp is testing a handy new feature - the ability to play audio messages from notifications.
23 Aug 2019
FacebookWhatsApp for Android, iOS to get these new features soon
Over the years, WhatsApp has evolved into one of the most loved messaging platforms in the world.
23 Aug 2019
Union Public Service CommissionThis Commissioner mentored aspirants for 'Police Forces' exam over WhatsApp
For five years, Rachakonda Police Commissioner Mahesh Muralidhar Bhagwat has been going beyond the call of duty to coach civil services aspirants.
18 Aug 2019
Facebook#Rebranding: WhatsApp gets 'WhatsApp from Facebook' tag
We recently heard of reports that Facebook is renaming WhatsApp and Instagram by attaching its own name to these popular services. Just last week, the company started adding 'Instagram from Facebook' tag on Instagram.
17 Aug 2019
IndiaOPPO F11 Pro, F11 become cheaper by Rs. 2,000
OPPO has reduced the prices of its F11 Pro and F11 handsets by upto Rs. 2,000, making them more affordable in India. The price revision is permanent and applicable across all sales channels.
14 Aug 2019
AndroidNow, lock WhatsApp for Android with your fingerprint: Here's how
Often, WhatsApp users fear the possibility of friends, family members reading their personal messages.
14 Aug 2019
FacebookFacebook paid people to listen, transcribe Messenger calls
WhatsApp offers end-to-end encryption to keep messages secured between the sender and receiver.
12 Aug 2019
NetflixHow to block distracting apps for some time, stay focused
No matter how much you try, there's no escaping the smartphone, not in today's world.
10 Aug 2019
DNADelhi: Man pronounces Triple Talaq over WhatsApp, arrested
A Delhi man has been arrested for divorcing his wife by uttering "Talaq" thrice, police said on Saturday.
09 Aug 2019
FootballProsecutors ask Neymar rape case to be closed
Brazilian superstar Neymar would be breathing a sigh of relief after the prosecutors asked Brazilian police to close the alleged rape case against him.
09 Aug 2019
AndroidSoon, WhatsApp will have its own version of Boomerang
If you use Instagram, there's a good chance you've already tried the fancy Boomerang feature of the service.
