WhatsApp: News

17 Oct 2022

Meta

WhatsApp's 'edit' feature reaches testing phase. Here's how it'll work

The ability to edit already sent messages has always been a demand of WhatsApp users. Since Twitter recently launched its edit feature, the call for an 'edit' button in WhatsApp has gotten louder.

10 Oct 2022

Technology

WhatsApp to double Group participants limit to 1,024

WhatsApp Groups are about to become even bigger. Capped at 256 members for the longest time, the participant limits of the Groups have been seeing some "doubling efforts" recently.

09 Oct 2022

WhatsApp Business

WhatsApp's paid plan for business users debuts via beta program

WhatsApp's premium subscription service, called WhatsApp Premium, is now available for beta business users, according to WABetainfo.

08 Oct 2022

Malware

Beware, Android smartphone users! GB WhatsApp may contain malware

India is one of the largest markets to be exploited by Android malware, says a new report by internet security firm ESET.

06 Oct 2022

Technology

New WhatsApp feature disables screenshot for 'View Once' messages

A while ago, WhatsApp introduced the 'View Once' feature which permitted users to share pictures or videos viewable only once.

29 Sep 2022

CERT

Centre warns WhatsApp users against 2 bugs hackers can exploit

Attention WhatsApp users, you are vulnerable to remote attacks, so better be careful. It's none other than India's cyber security watchdog Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) that has issued this advisory.

27 Sep 2022

Mark Zuckerberg

WhatsApp adds Call Links; starts testing video calls for 32

Joining a WhatsApp call is about to become easier than ever. The Meta-owned company has started rolling out 'Call Links,' a feature that will help users create a link for an audio/video call.

26 Sep 2022

Meta

WhatsApp to support Do not Disturb API for missed calls

WhatsApp, the world's most popular instant messaging platform, is working on a new API (Application Program Interface) for Android.

22 Sep 2022

Meta

WhatsApp may soon get Voice Status: How will it work?

In July this year, we found out that WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will let users share voice notes as Status.

22 Sep 2022

Indian Government

Centre wants to intercept encrypted WhatsApp messages: What's the reason?

The days of true data encryption are possibly nearing their end in India. The Indian Government seeks to bring over-the-top (OTT) communication services such as WhatsApp and Signal under the purview of its new draft telecom bill.

16 Sep 2022

Fastag

WhatsApp, IDFC FIRST Bank team up to enable FASTag recharge

Recharging FASTags has become a frequent affair for vehicle owners. To make this process seamless for its customers, IDFC FIRST Bank has come up with a new method.

13 Sep 2022

Android

WhatsApp will allow Android users to hide their online status

The world's most popular messaging platform WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature for Android users.

10 Sep 2022

Technology

WhatsApp fixes camera shortcut bug for 'Communities' Android beta testers

Last month, WhatsApp rolled out Communities to select Android beta users. The feature replaced the camera tab in the app.

06 Sep 2022

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp working on 'hide phone number' feature within business chats

Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp is working on a feature that would involve conversations between businesses and customers.

05 Sep 2022

iPhone

WhatsApp will soon stop working on these iPhones

WhatsApp, the world's most popular instant messaging application, will soon stop working on certain older iPhones.

05 Sep 2022

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp to get in-app surveys, linked device chat assignment

The popular instant messaging platform WhatsApp is working on a slew of new updates.

31 Aug 2022

Android

WhatsApp will soon let you message yourself on linked devices

The world's most popular messaging platform WhatsApp is working on improvements toward multi-device usage.

30 Aug 2022

Mukesh Ambani

Reliance AGM 2022: 5 main takeaways everyone should know

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) held its 45th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Monday.

30 Aug 2022

Mark Zuckerberg

How to order groceries from JioMart using WhatsApp?

It is now easy for WhatsApp users to shop for groceries in India. Meta has joined hands with JioMart for an in-app shopping experience.

26 Aug 2022

Android

WhatsApp introduces 'header for archived chats' with latest beta update

The popular messaging app, WhatsApp, is rolling out a new update for users via the Google Play Beta Program.

25 Aug 2022

Mark Zuckerberg

WhatsApp finally rolls out Communities to select users. What's new?

Four months after Mark Zuckerberg announced that WhatsApp users will get Communities, the popular instant messaging platform has started rolling out the feature to select beta users.

19 Aug 2022

Telegram

WhatsApp's upcoming 'login approval' feature will keep hackers at bay

Earlier this month, we got to know that WhatsApp is working on a new security feature called 'login approval.'

17 Aug 2022

Android

WhatsApp introduces new desktop app for Windows: How to use

The world's most popular messaging platform WhatsApp is in a rush to reel in users.

11 Aug 2022

Snapchat

WhatsApp brings screenshot blocking, hiding online status, and more features

WhatsApp has lately been focusing on improving its privacy-related features. The company has now announced that it will soon roll out a new feature that will stop users from taking screenshots of 'View Once' messages.

09 Aug 2022

Android

New WhatsApp feature: Delete sent messages even after 2 days

The world's most popular messaging platform WhatsApp has introduced a new feature.

06 Aug 2022

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp tests hiding phone numbers from sub-groups in Communities

WhatsApp, the world's most popular messaging app, is working on a new feature that will allow users to hide their phone numbers in its Communities.

04 Aug 2022

Uber

Delhi-NCR folks can book Uber rides via WhatsApp: Here's how

Uber has some exciting news for riders in the Delhi-NCR region. Users can now book cabs, auto rickshaws, and bikes through WhatsApp in Hindi and English.

02 Aug 2022

Social Media

WhatsApp India banned over 22 lakh 'bad accounts' in June

WhatsApp has announced that it banned over 22 lakh accounts in India this June.

27 Jul 2022

Android

WhatsApp 'Quick reactions' feature for status updates: How it'll work

The world's most popular messaging platform WhatsApp is working on a new feature to improve the user experience.

25 Jul 2022

Android

Upcoming WhatsApp features: Unread chat filter, Past Participants, and more

The world's most popular messaging platform WhatsApp is working on a slew of new features to keep users interested.

SBI customers can avail banking services via WhatsApp: Here's how

State Bank of India (SBI), India's largest bank, is only a WhatsApp message away. No, we are not joking.

22 Jul 2022

Android

Transfer WhatsApp data from Android to iOS easily: Here's how

It is a good day to be a WhatsApp user. The instant messaging platform has finally made it official that users will be able to transfer data between Android and iOS when they switch ecosystems.

20 Jul 2022

Disappearing Messages

WhatsApp may soon allow disappearing messages for existing conversations

It is just another day in the WhatsApp universe as the popular instant messaging platform tests a new feature. This time, the tech firm is trying out disappearing messages for older chats.

15 Jul 2022

Meta

WhatsApp may soon get Voice Status feature: How it'll work

It seems that update season is still going on for WhatsApp and this time it's an interesting one.

12 Jul 2022

Mark Zuckerberg

Now, you can react to WhatsApp message with any emoji

WhatsApp users who have been bothered by the limited number of emoji reactions on the platform can finally relax. You can now respond to a message with any emoji of your choice.

11 Jul 2022

Android

Here's how you can read deleted WhatsApp messages

WhatsApp not only allows users to send messages but also delete them.

08 Jul 2022

Telegram

WhatsApp is testing multi-device feature: How will it work

We are being spoilt by WhatsApp these days with a new feature every other week.

06 Jul 2022

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp users can now use flash calls for account verification

Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp has introduced a new security-oriented feature.

05 Jul 2022

Udaipur

Caught on camera: Amravati killers murdered chemist in 2nd attempt

After the barbaric murder of Umesh Prahladrao Kolhe, a chemist, in Maharashtra's Amravati on June 21, CCTV footage showing him surrounded by his killers and then collapsing after being attacked has now emerged.