WhatsApp: News

15 Nov 2023

Google

How to manage storage as WhatsApp ends unlimited backup facility 

WhatsApp has confirmed that it will discontinue the unlimited Google Drive backups for Android users, a feature that was introduced in 2015.

14 Nov 2023

Meta

WhatsApp introduces Discord-inspired voice chat feature: How to access

WhatsApp is rolling out a novel voice chat feature that enhances voice calls in large groups.

12 Nov 2023

Meta

How WhatsApp ads could contribute to Meta's revenue growth

Meta is reportedly considering the addition of advertisements within WhatsApp.

11 Nov 2023

Android

WhatsApp to make finding channels easier: Here's how

WhatsApp has released an update via the Google Play Beta Program, upgrading the app to version 2.23.24.17.

10 Nov 2023

Android

WhatsApp working on 'search messages by date' feature for Android

WhatsApp has released an update via the Google Play Beta Program, upgrading the app to version 2.23.24.16.

09 Nov 2023

Signal

WhatsApp rival Signal working on improving user privacy: Here's how

Signal has started public testing a feature that allows users to create usernames, removing the need to exchange phone numbers to connect with others. The feature will launch in "early 2024."

09 Nov 2023

iOS

WhatsApp introduces new text formatting tools for web client

WhatsApp has introduced new text formatting features for its web version, which include code block, quote block, and lists.

08 Nov 2023

Jio

JioPhone Prima 4G with UPI, WhatsApp support goes on sale

Jio's latest feature phone, the JioPhone Prima 4G, which was unveiled last month is now available for purchase in India.

08 Nov 2023

Meta

WhatsApp to allow users track the reach of Channel updates

Popular instant messaging platform WhatsApp is working on a facility, that will allow users to track how many times a Channel update has been viewed.

05 Nov 2023

Meta

WhatsApp working on in-channel polls for Android

WhatsApp is developing a new feature, "channel polls," which is currently accessible to Android beta users.

03 Nov 2023

iOS

WhatsApp may soon let you send photos, videos as documents

WhatsApp is developing a feature that will enable users to send images and videos as documents while maintaining their original quality.

01 Nov 2023

Android

WhatsApp is testing YouTube-like video controls 

WhatsApp has introduced a much-anticipated feature that allows users to jump forward and backward in videos.

31 Oct 2023

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp may soon let you set an alternate profile picture

Popular instant messaging platform WhatsApp is working on an alternate profile feature in the beta version.

31 Oct 2023

iOS

WhatsApp iOS beta update brings message reaction filter for Channels

WhatsApp is bringing a new message reaction filtering feature for Channels on iOS beta.

30 Oct 2023

Ratan Tata

Ratan Tata denies claims of rewarding cricketer Rashid Khan 

Ratan Tata has refuted WhatsApp rumors claiming that he would give a Rs. 10 crore reward to cricketer Rashid Khan.

30 Oct 2023

Technology

WhatsApp now allows 31-member group calls on iOS

WhatsApp now lets iOS users start group calls with up to 31 participants, a notable increase from the previous limit of 15. The enhanced group calling feature is part of the latest update for iOS users, carrying version 23.22.72.

28 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp re-introduces filled icons in new interface after user feedback

WhatsApp has brought back filled icons to the app's new interface in a new update for Android beta users via the Google Play Beta Program.

27 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp developing an AI-based customer support service: How it works

WhatsApp is reportedly planning to introduce AI-generated messages for addressing user inquiries, that could enhance the quality of customer service provided.

26 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp to allow Channel owners to add new admins

WhatsApp is said to be developing a feature that will enable Channel owners to appoint new admins.

25 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp allows Windows users to start chats with unsaved contacts

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature for its Windows app that lets users initiate chats with unsaved phone numbers.

24 Oct 2023

Latest Tech News

WordPress parent buys Texts app in push for open-source communication

Automattic, the company behind well-known web platforms like WordPress.com, Tumblr, and Pocket Casts, has purchased Texts, a universal messaging app, for $50 million.

24 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp Channels will soon let you share voice messages, stickers

WhatsApp is working on a feature that allows users to share voice messages and stickers within Channels. The feature is not accessible yet and will be made available in an upcoming app update.

23 Oct 2023

iOS

WhatsApp introduces fresh interface for iPhone users: Check what's new

WhatsApp has released a new update for iOS users, with version 23.21.72, featuring a refreshed design complete with new colors and icons.

21 Oct 2023

Meta

Top 5 WhatsApp features you must know about 

WhatsApp has introduced several handy features for its users in the past few weeks and has a host of new ones under development.

20 Oct 2023

iOS

WhatsApp releases new text formatting tools on iOS beta

WhatsApp is bringing new text formatting tools aimed at enhancing message layouts, as part of its latest beta update (version 23.21.1.75) for iOS.

19 Oct 2023

Meta

WhatsApp will let you access two accounts from one device

A new feature is coming to WhatsApp that will allow users to access two accounts on a single device, as per the announcement by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

19 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp introduces menu to toggle between audio and video messages

WhatsApp has rolled out a new update for its Android beta version, featuring a menu that allows users to easily swap between sending audio and video messages.

18 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp now lets you reply to status updates with avatars

WhatsApp is introducing a handy new feature that lets users respond to status updates using avatars, making interactions more fun and engaging.

17 Oct 2023

iOS

WhatsApp's latest update lets you search for status updates, Channels

WhatsApp's latest update on the iOS beta version brings a handy search feature to the Updates tab, making it a breeze for users to find statuses and Channels.

16 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp will stop working on these Android smartphones by October-end

As the October 24 deadline looms, WhatsApp is gearing up to stop working on several older smartphones, leaving users with the choice to either upgrade their devices or lose access to the popular messaging app.

16 Oct 2023

Technology

WhatsApp makes it easier to find messages on web client 

WhatsApp is working on a new 'search message by date' feature for its web client, making it a breeze for users to find messages from specific dates within their conversations.

15 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp introduces privacy call relay feature for Android, iOS beta

WhatsApp has introduced a new "Protect IP address in calls" feature designed to protect users' IP addresses and locations during calls.

12 Oct 2023

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp will soon let you schedule events within group chats

In its latest beta update for Android, WhatsApp is currently testing an exciting new feature that lets users schedule events within group chats.

09 Oct 2023

Technology

WhatsApp now allows iPhone users to create Channels

WhatsApp has released a new update for iOS users, version 23.20.76, which introduces the much-awaited feature of creating Channels.

08 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp beta for Android introduces 'secret codes' for locked chats

WhatsApp is testing a new feature called "secret codes," designed to simplify the process of searching for locked chats on user devices. It is currently available on the latest WhatsApp beta for Android.

06 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp may let you lock your chats with secret code

WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature that lets users set a secret code for their locked chat folders.

03 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp is testing Instagram-like username feature: How it will work

WhatsApp's latest beta update, carrying version number 23.20.1.71, has introduced a new feature that lets users create a unique username.

02 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp lets beta users copy Channel links for easy sharing

WhatsApp is constantly working to improve its Channels feature. The app now allows beta users to copy links from Channel messages.

01 Oct 2023

Android

WhatsApp beta update introduces new reply bar feature on Android

WhatsApp has introduced a new reply bar feature in its latest Android beta version 2.23.20.20, designed to enhance user experience.

30 Sep 2023

Apple

Apple might remove Facebook, X/Twitter from App Store in China

Due to new regulations, Apple might soon be required to remove several popular social media apps from its App Store in China.