WhatsApp group chats get @all mentions, improved polls and easier group creation

WhatsApp has introduced new features for group chats, including improved polls, the new @all mention option, and a simpler way to create new group chats from existing groups. Announcing the updates, the company noted that more than 100 million people in the U.S. use WhatsApp, while the platform has over 3 billion users globally. Continue reading “WhatsApp group chats get @all mentions, improved polls and easier group creation”

WhatsApp Web gets audio and video calling support with Call Transfer and more

WhatsApp has introduced Web Calling, allowing users to make and receive one-on-one and group audio and video calls directly from WhatsApp Web without installing the desktop app. Continue reading “WhatsApp Web gets audio and video calling support with Call Transfer and more”

WhatsApp rolls out chat management tools, dual account support on iOS, cross-device transfer and more

WhatsApp is rolling out new features focused on chat management, device switching, and usability improvements. The update introduces storage cleanup tools, iPhone-to-Android chat transfer, and dual account support on iOS, along with sticker suggestions, Meta AI photo editing, and AI Writing Help. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out chat management tools, dual account support on iOS, cross-device transfer and more”

WhatsApp rolls out Group Message History across devices for new members

WhatsApp has introduced Group Message History, a feature that allows new members to view recent messages when joining a group, providing context without disrupting ongoing conversations. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out Group Message History across devices for new members”

WhatsApp rolls out missed call messages, voice chat reactions and more

WhatsApp has released a holiday update with multiple new features. The update includes missed call messages, voice chat reactions, group call speaker spotlight, Meta AI image improvements, animated photos, a new desktop media tab, cleaner link previews, new Status stickers, and questions on Channels. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out missed call messages, voice chat reactions and more”

WhatsApp for Android gets Passkeys support

In a bid to enhance security, WhatsApp has unveiled a new feature that allows Android users to set up a passwordless passkey. This feature comes after a successful beta test conducted about a month ago. Continue reading “WhatsApp for Android gets Passkeys support”