WhatsApp: News

04 Mar 2023

Meta

WhatsApp beta for Android gets a split view on tablets

WhatsApp has tweaked the interface for Android tablets, bringing a split-screen view.

28 Feb 2023

Meta

Mark Zuckerberg creates team to build AI-powered 'futuristic experiences'

The generative AI hype train is still at the station, and Meta is the latest passenger to board it. CEO Mark Zuckerberg took to Facebook to announce that the company is creating a "top-level product group" to work on generative AI.

28 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp introduces a new 'Call Links' feature for Windows users

WhatsApp has brought a new update via the official beta channel for the Windows native app, adding the ability to create a link for joining a call.

26 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp update! Now you can retain the disappearing messages

WhatsApp is rolling out a new update for iOS and Android, which allows users to keep messages from disappearing within the chats.

24 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp will soon let you report status updates

WhatsApp is rolling out the option to report status updates. The new feature is part of the 23.4.0.74 update for iOS beta users.

22 Feb 2023

Technology

WhatsApp could launch a private newsletter tool soon

The newsletter space saw an uptick in activity during the pandemic. However, the excitement has slowly died down.

21 Feb 2023

ChatGPT

ChatGPT can now answer incoming WhatsApp messages for you

ChatGPT is currently the most discussed generative AI tool in the tech industry.

20 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp's transit solutions now live in India: Check cities

Popular messaging app, WhatsApp, has started offering transit solutions in India via its business platform.

19 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp brings picture-in-picture mode to iOS, new avatar-based stickers

WhatsApp has introduced a stable update, which brings picture-in-picture mode for video calls on iOS. The feature is being rolled out to users worldwide via the iOS 23.3.77 update.

18 Feb 2023

iOS

New WhatsApp features announced in 2023 for iOS, Android, Windows

WhatsApp is working to enhance the functionality of its native iOS, Android, and desktop apps.

18 Feb 2023

WhatsApp Business

WhatsApp is releasing a photo shortcut for desktop client

WhatsApp is rolling out a photo/video shortcut to beta users on the desktop version of the app. This option is a part of the Windows 2.2306.2.0 update.

15 Feb 2023

Telegram

Telegram v/s WhatsApp: Why are the two companies fighting

Last week, Will Cathcart, head of WhatsApp, called out Telegram for its encryption policies.

14 Feb 2023

Valentine's Day

How to access Valentine's Day sticker pack on WhatsApp

Special Valentine's day sticker packs are available on WhatsApp for both Android as well as iOS users.

12 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp feature alert: High-quality photo sharing coming to desktop soon

WhatsApp will soon allow users to share photos in their original quality on the desktop app.

11 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp gets increased file sharing limit, new video recording mode

Popular instant messaging app WhatsApp has rolled out new features for the iOS platform.

07 Feb 2023

iOS

WhatsApp adds new features to status updates on iOS, Android

WhatsApp has released its first major update for 2023, which brings a set of new features/improvements for status updates.

07 Feb 2023

Bollywood

Nawazuddin Siddiqui's lawyer makes fresh claims against actor's wife Aaliya

Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui's personal life has hit turmoil after the riff between him and his wife Aaliya Siddiqui made the headlines.

07 Feb 2023

Data privacy

Safer Internet Day 2023: Best tips to safely use WhatsApp

Safer Internet Day is observed on February 7 and it is the 20th edition of the campaign this year.

07 Feb 2023

Food

You can now order food on trains through WhatsApp

Indian Railways announced on Monday that railway passengers will be able to book their food online and order them through the Whatsapp number registered on IRCTC.

07 Feb 2023

Meta

Here's how to create WhatsApp avatars on an iPhone

WhatsApp is now allowing iPhone users to create a custom in-app avatar and set it as their profile picture.

05 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp's new update brings Avatars, longer group descriptions to iOS

WhatsApp is rolling out two new features for iOS users - 'Avatars for profile pictures' and 'longer text descriptions and subjects for groups.'

03 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp will soon allow you to pin messages within chats

You will soon be able to pin messages within chats on WhatsApp.

02 Feb 2023

Meta

WhatsApp is working on a shortcut feature for making calls

Making calls on WhatsApp is about to become easier than ever. According to WABetaInfo, the company is working on a feature that will allow users to create calling shortcuts.

01 Feb 2023

Bollywood

Nawazuddin Siddiqui's wife's lawyer makes shocking claims against 'Haddi' actor

Nawazuddin Siddiqui has been embroiled in controversies over his personal life since the time his wife, Aaliya Siddiqui sent a divorce notice to the Haddi actor in 2021.

01 Feb 2023

Meta

Alert! WhatsApp won't work on these phones from today

WhatsApp will stop working on some iPhones and Android models starting today.

31 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp iOS users are failing to update their privacy settings

WhatsApp users on the iOS version are encountering a problem while trying to update privacy settings.

29 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp is working on new features for iOS and Android

WhatsApp is working on bringing the ability to react to messages, within the announcement groups for communities on iOS.

26 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp releases updates for iOS, Android beta: Check what's new

WhatsApp is rolling out certain improvements on the iOS and Android apps. However, the changes are currently limited to their respective beta channels.

24 Jan 2023

Meta

Everything about WhatsApp's screenshot-blocking feature for 'View Once' messages

WhatsApp has put an end to taking screenshots of 'View Once' messages.

23 Jan 2023

Meta

Top 5 upcoming WhatsApp features you need to know

WhatsApp is working to improve the user experience on its native Android and iOS apps. The Meta-owned platform is developing several new features, which individuals will soon be able to enjoy.

22 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp introduces new feature to simplify group interactions on iOS

WhatsApp has released a new update for the iOS platform, which is pretty useful for group admins.

21 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp will soon let you share images in original quality

Are you one of those users who avoid sharing pictures on WhatsApp because the quality is reduced? Well, you might not face this issue in the future.

21 Jan 2023

Meta

EU regulator fines Meta again; this time for WhatsApp

Meta cannot seem to catch a respite from fines. Two weeks after it imposed a hefty €390 million penalty on the tech giant for violating Europe's privacy laws, the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has fined Meta an additional €5.5 million.

18 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp releases new voice status feature for Android beta users

WhatsApp will soon permit you to post a voice message as status. With the feature, you will be able to record and post voice clips instead of text.

16 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp will soon allow you to block contacts from notifications

WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new shortcut that will allow you to block users right from notifications, according to WABetaInfo.

15 Jan 2023

Latest Tech News

WhatsApp to soon introduce Camera mode for iOS users

WhatsApp is working on a Camera mode for iOS users. It is under development, and will soon be rolled out to beta testers.

14 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp to allow Android-to-Android chat migration without Google Drive

WhatsApp is working on a new feature named 'Chat Transfer,' for Android, according to WABetaInfo.

12 Jan 2023

Meta

WhatsApp's upcoming feature will make blocking contacts easier on Android

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a shortcut for the block feature. According to WABetaInfo, you will be able to block users directly from the chat list.

10 Jan 2023

Android

WhatsApp rolls out new updates for Android and iOS beta

WhatsApp is rolling out new updates for Android and iOS beta apps.

06 Jan 2023

Internet Shutdown

WhatsApp's new feature will help you dodge internet shutdowns

WhatsApp has begun the new year on the same note it ended the last one—with a new update. This time, it is for the unfortunate among us who are still bothered by internet shutdowns.