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”
Meta-owned WhatsApp today announced new features for its Updates tab—the section that hosts both Channels and Status. Over the past two years, WhatsApp has reworked this tab to become a hub for discovering fresh content. It now serves 1.5 billion daily users worldwide, the company said. Continue reading “WhatsApp to start showing ads in Status, Channel subscriptions and more”
WhatsApp on Thursday announced a collection of recent updates and tools across its Chats, Calls, and Updates tabs. Continue reading “WhatsApp adds new tools for better group and chat experience”
Meta-owned WhatsApp has introduced new ways to customize your WhatsApp Status. This update lets users share daily moments and special events using more creative tools. Continue reading “WhatsApp Status gets new tools for photos and music sharing”
After a long wait, Meta has finally unveiled an iPadOS version of WhatsApp, the company’s popular instant messaging app. WhatsApp confirmed the news via its official X post, sharing the App Store download link. The app requires iPadOS 15.1 or later to run.
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Meta-owned WhatsApp has launched Voice Chat, a new feature that lets group members talk live through audio while continuing to message in the same chat. Continue reading “WhatsApp rolls out Voice Chat for all group sizes”
Meta on Tuesday introduced Private Processing, a new optional feature designed to let WhatsApp users process messages using AI in a secure, private cloud environment. The company said this ensures that neither Meta, WhatsApp, nor any third party can access the messages, maintaining end-to-end encryption. Continue reading “Meta unveils Private Processing for secure AI tools on WhatsApp”
WhatsApp on Wednesday introduced a new privacy feature called “Advanced Chat Privacy”, aimed at offering stronger protection for sensitive conversations in both individual and group chats. Continue reading “WhatsApp enhances privacy with Advanced Chat Privacy setting”
