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May 31, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out Channel Status on Android and iOS

WhatsApp is introducing a feature that lets channel admins share status updates in their channels. The update makes it easier for iOS and Android users to share temporary updates without creating a permanent post in their channels.

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ANDROID

May 30, 2026

WhatsApp finally restores the address book photo feature on Android

WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that shows photos from the address book for contacts who haven't set a profile picture on WhatsApp. The update brings back a functionality that WhatsApp had removed years ago from the Android app. This makes it easier to recognize contacts even when their profile picture is not available.

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ANDROID

May 29, 2026

WhatsApp is finally getting a Log Out button, and your chats won't be deleted

The latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.26.21.9 update introduces a new feature that lets users log out of the app without deleting it or losing data. The update enables users to temporarily disconnect from their account and keep all chats and login information safely stored on the device.

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ANDROID IOS

May 28, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out the FIFA World Cup 2026 Hub for Channels

WhatsApp is introducing the Football Central 2026 hub to bring live football updates and news coverage into one place. The feature helps users follow matches, explore national teams, and get updates in real-time by suggesting new channels to follow.

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ANDROID

May 28, 2026

WhatsApp beta for Android 2.26.21.7: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.26.21.7. What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a feature that replaces Tenor with the Klipy GIF provider, and it will be available in a future update!

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ANDROID IOS

May 27, 2026

WhatsApp launches Channel Status to share temporary updates

WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that allows Android and iOS users to share status updates directly within their channels. The update introduces a new way for channel admins to share photos and videos as temporary status posts directly within their channels.

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IOS

May 26, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out document sharing with Meta AI on iOS

WhatsApp is introducing an update that lets iOS users share documents with Meta AI for better analysis and assistance. With document sharing, WhatsApp makes interactions with the chatbot more efficient by helping Meta AI provide more accurate responses.

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ANDROID

May 26, 2026

WhatsApp beta for Android 2.26.21.6: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.26.21.6. What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that enables document sharing with Meta AI, and it's available to some beta testers!

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IOS

May 25, 2026

WhatsApp beta for iOS 26.20.10.71: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new iOS update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 26.20.10.71. What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that adds status updates to the top of the Chats tab, and it's available to some beta testers!

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ANDROID IOS

May 24, 2026

WhatsApp launches status lists to choose who can see your updates

WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that offers some users more control over their status updates. The feature lets users create custom audience lists for status updates, so they can choose exactly who sees their updates.

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