WhatsApp is testing paid channels with premium subscriptions
WhatsApp is working on a feature that will let users subscribe to their favorite channels in the future. This feature will let channel creators offer exclusive content to paying subscribers while also displaying the number of active subscriptions.
WhatsApp is rolling out noise cancellation for voice and video calling
With the latest WhatsApp beta for Android update, WhatsApp is introducing a feature that lets some users enable noise cancellation during voice and video calls. This new option automatically filters out background noise, making voice conversations clearer.
WhatsApp launches an official CarPlay beta app
WhatsApp is introducing a new CarPlay app for iOS beta testers. The new native app makes it easier for users to view their chat list, send messages, and make calls directly from the CarPlay interface.
WhatsApp beta for Android 2.26.14.1: what's new?
WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.26.14.1. What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a feature that helps users filter their business chats, and it will be available in a future update!
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WhatsApp is rolling out a channel reply feature for admins on iOS
With the latest beta version available on TestFlight, WhatsApp is introducing a feature that lets channel admins respond directly to their updates. This feature links the reply to the original update so followers can easily follow the conversation and view the full context.
WhatsApp alerts users targeted by government spyware via unofficial apps
WhatsApp has warned around 200 users after a fake version of its app was used to install government-grade spyware. WhatsApp has taken immediate steps to protect affected users, and the company will send a formal legal demand to stop any such malicious activity.
How to use two-step verification to protect your WhatsApp account
Two-step verification is a security feature that helps users protect their WhatsApp account from unauthorized access. The two-step verification PIN adds a new layer of defense against phishing attempts, making it harder for anyone else to access your account.
WhatsApp beta adds new Unicode 17.0 emoji support on Android
WhatsApp is rolling out new emojis from Unicode 17.0 in the latest beta update for Android. This update makes it easier for users to express new emotions directly from the built-in emoji keyboard.
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WhatsApp is rolling out address book profile photo fallback feature
WhatsApp is introducing a feature that allows some users to display profile photos from their address book when a contact has not set one. This feature makes it easier to identify contacts, as it replaces default placeholders with images already saved on the device.
WhatsApp is working on a list of online contacts on Android
WhatsApp is developing a feature that will let users see who is currently online. This feature will make it easier for users to start conversations at the right moment and connect with contacts who are actively available.