Category: IOS

WhatsApp is launching usernames later in 2026, allowing users and businesses to connect and make calls without revealing their phone numbers. The feature is now in advanced testing, with businesses preparing for full integration and privacy-focused communication across the platform.

This week, WhatsApp is launching its new Apple Watch companion app, letting users read and reply to messages directly from their wrist. The update marks WhatsApp's first major step toward deeper smartwatch integration, bringing a smoother, more connected experience for Apple Watch users.

This week, WhatsApp is rolling out the new @all mention feature on the Android beta app, which lets users notify every member of a group chat with a single tag. The addition aims to make communication more efficient and ensure that no important messages go unnoticed in busy conversations.

WhatsApp is rolling out a new Meta AI image generation feature for status updates, enabling select users to create and share custom AI-generated visuals as their statuses. The feature uses Meta's advanced generative technology to turn simple text prompts into creative, shareable images within the app.