WhatsApp has announced new updates to its group chat experience, introducing features that focus on identity clarity, message expression, and event coordination. The additions include member tags, text-based stickers, and enhanced event reminder controls, designed to work across devices regardless of platform. Continue reading “WhatsApp adds member tags, text stickers, and event reminders to group chats”
WhatsApp has released a set of New Year-themed features for 2026 as the platform prepares for its highest-usage day of the year. The New Year period consistently records the largest volume of messaging and calling activity on the service as users connect with friends and family across regions and time zones. Continue reading “WhatsApp adds New Year 2026 stickers, video call effects, and Status animations”
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 has reintroduced its ‘About’ feature, one of the app’s first functions. The feature is updated to be more visible, timely, and interactive, allowing users to share their status using emojis and short phrases with adjustable timers. Continue reading “WhatsApp updates About with emojis, phrases, and timers”
WhatsApp has rolled out a new app for Apple Watch, introducing a complete messaging experience directly on the wrist. The Meta-owned platform said the update allows users to stay connected and manage chats without needing to use their iPhone. Continue reading “WhatsApp launches Apple Watch app with full messaging support”
WhatsApp has introduced passkey-encrypted backups, adding a new security option for users who store chat data on Google Drive or iCloud. The update builds on the platform’s existing end-to-end encryption system, which already protects messages, media, and calls between users. Continue reading “WhatsApp adds passkey-encrypted backups for added security”
Meta has announced a range of new anti-scam tools and awareness initiatives across WhatsApp, Messenger, Facebook, and Instagram, aimed at helping users — particularly senior citizens — stay safe from online fraud and cyber scams. Continue reading “Meta expands anti-scam tools across its apps to protect seniors online”
WhatsApp is preparing to introduce usernames, allowing users to connect without relying on phone numbers. Since its 2009 launch, WhatsApp has required phone numbers for registration and contact discovery. The new username system aims to modernize the platform, similar to competitors like Telegram. Continue reading “WhatsApp tests username reservation feature in Android beta”
Meta announced an update to its Privacy Policy targeting personalized ads. The company announced that it will start using users’ interaction with Meta AI on its platform to show more targeted and personalized ads. Meta will notify people about this update via in-product notifications and emails on October 7, 2025, before it goes into effect on December 16, 2025.
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WhatsApp has announced a set of new features, covering richer media sharing, AI-powered customization, improved group discovery, and document tools. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out AI-powered chat themes, Live and Motion Photos, new stickers, and Android document scanner”
Meta-owned WhatsApp has introduced a message translations feature to make cross-language communication easier on the platform. The company is improving the user experience with these updates, and recently added Writing Help, AI-powered Message Summaries, and more. Continue reading “WhatsApp adds message translations to chats, groups, and channels”
Meta is rolling out a new feature called ‘Writing Help’ on its instant messaging app, WhatsApp. Powered by Meta AI, the feature helps you type and send messages with suggestions in various styles, such as professional, funny, or supportive.
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Meta has introduced new safety updates for WhatsApp, including tools to block scam attempts, insights into criminal scam operations, and practical tips to help users stay protected. Continue reading “WhatsApp gets group safety prompts and unknown contact alerts”
Meta announced key upgrades to the WhatsApp Business Platform at its global Conversations event in Miami on July 1. According to Meta, the updates focus on better marketing integration, expanded AI assistance, and new calling features for businesses. Continue reading “WhatsApp Business to support Status ads, AI chat, and Voice calling”
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, rolled out Message Summaries on Wednesday. The feature leverages Meta AI to generate private summaries of unread messages, offering a brief glimpse into chat activity before users read further. Continue reading “WhatsApp gets AI-powered Message Summaries for unread chats”
