WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has started testing a new feature called “Status Questions” for Android users. It is currently available only to selected beta testers through the Google Play Store’s beta version 2.25.29.12, according to WABetaInfo. This feature allows users to add a question box to their WhatsApp status, where their contacts can send replies … Read more
WhatsApp is getting ready to roll out one of its biggest privacy updates, the option to connect with usernames instead of phone numbers. Since its launch, WhatsApp has always required users to register and connect using their phone numbers. Now, it’s catching up with messaging apps like Telegram and Signal by letting users choose unique … Read more
WhatsApp has started rolling out a new feature that allows users to start chats with just one tap directly from the status viewers list. Now, when someone views your status, a chat button will appear next to their name, making it possible to message them instantly without leaving the status screen. Previously, users had to … Read more
WhatsApp, the free messaging and video calling app, keeps adding new features for its users. Now it is working on a new option that will let people add their Facebook profile links directly to their WhatsApp profiles. This feature is still under development and was recently noticed in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android version … Read more
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will let users share their status updates only with close friends instead of their whole contact list. According to WABetaInfo, the platform has released a new Android beta update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version to 2.25.25.11. The update introduces better privacy controls to … Read more
WhatsApp, the popular messaging app owned by Meta, is working on a new feature that will let people share status updates with only a small group of selected friends. The feature is called “close friends’ status updates” and is currently being tested on iOS, with an official announcement expected soon. Reports say users will be … Read more
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that works like voicemail for its calls. The update, seen in the beta version 2.25.23.21 for Android, was reported by WABetaInfo. With this feature, if a WhatsApp voice call is not answered, users will now see a “Record voice message” option along with the usual “Call again” and “Cancel” … Read more
WhatsApp has added a new feature in its latest Android beta version 2.25.22.29 that lets users share motion photos. This update is available for select beta testers through the Google Play Beta Program and will be rolled out to more users in the coming weeks. What Are Motion Photos Motion photos are short clips that … Read more
WhatsApp is no longer just a basic messaging app. It’s becoming smarter and more useful with the help of Meta AI. This new technology brings features that make chatting easier, help users get more done, and make the app more user-friendly. WhatsApp also says that these changes still keep user privacy safe. These are five … Read more
A disturbing new WhatsApp scam is making the rounds in Pakistan, where cybercriminals are using short video calls to record users and later blackmail them with fake, edited clips. In most cases, the victim receives a call from a foreign number—often posing as a woman. The video call lasts only a few seconds, often with … Read more
Mahesh Kumar, a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan, claimed that WhatsApp voice calls in Karachi drop after one minute. He raised serious concerns during a meeting of the Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecom, stating: “If this is the condition in Karachi, what must it be in South Punjab and Interior Sindh?” … Read more
WhatsApp is set to enhance the messaging experience with a new feature called “Message Threads,” aimed at organizing replies to specific messages into dedicated threads. According to a report by WABetaInfo, this feature will improve chat organization and make it easier to follow conversations. Replies to a specific message in group chats will now appear … Read more
Meta has officially launched the global rollout of ads on WhatsApp, signaling a major shift in how the world’s most popular messaging platform will generate revenue. The company began introducing ads on June 16 in regions outside the European Union, aiming to monetize the app while keeping its core messaging functions intact. Users will now … Read more
Houston: The US House of Representatives has officially prohibited the use of Meta’s WhatsApp messaging platform on all government-issued devices, citing significant security risks. The move follows a memo sent to House staff on Monday by the Office of Cybersecurity, which flagged WhatsApp as a high-risk application. The memo highlighted concerns about WhatsApp’s lack of … Read more
TEHRAN: The Iranian government has urged its citizens to remove WhatsApp from their mobile devices, confirmed by Iranian state television. On Tuesday noon Iranian State Television urged people to remove Whatsapp from their devices, alleging without specific evidence that the messaging app gathered users information to share with Israel. This measure is being taken because … Read more
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is introducing a new feature that gives users more control over how media is downloaded and stored. With this update, users can choose whether incoming photos and videos are saved in “standard” or “HD” quality. This feature is currently being tested by select users on WhatsApp Beta for Android version 2.25.18.11. … Read more
WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature called Advanced Chat Privacy to give users more control over how their messages and media are managed in private and group chats. This update, which was recently leaked before its official release, allows users to prevent others from exporting chats, stops media from being automatically downloaded to others’ … Read more
WhatsApp app just rolled out a major update that makes creating, managing, and sharing sticker packs easier and more fun, all without leaving the app. Previously, creating custom stickers on WhatsApp was possible, but organizing and sending them—especially if you had many—was inconvenient. Now, WhatsApp has introduced a new sticker pack feature that allows users … Read more
Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is gearing up to roll out new features aimed at both strengthening user privacy and enhancing user experience. One of the key features in the upcoming update, which will be available in WhatsApp Beta for Android version 2.25.10.14 on the Google Play Store, focuses on limiting chat sharing and controlling how … Read more
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows users to add temporary music clips to their profile updates. This exciting addition is designed to enhance the user experience, offering a more personalized and engaging way to update statuses. The feature, which will be rolled out globally, will be available to all users in the coming … Read more
WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature allowing users to link their social media profiles directly to their accounts, making cross-platform access more convenient. Initially available to selected beta testers, this update aimed to simplify social media integration within the messaging app. Users could add their social media usernames, which would then appear as a … Read more
Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will give users greater control over voice message transcriptions. As reported by WABetaInfo, the upcoming feature will allow users to select how they receive transcriptions for voice messages, offering three different options: Automatic Transcription – Every voice message will be transcribed automatically. Manual Transcription … Read more
RIYADH: Several residents in Saudi Arabia have reported that they are now able to use WhatsApp’s voice and video calling features, which have been restricted in the Kingdom for years. However, it remains unclear whether this activation is part of a temporary test run or a permanent policy change. Neither the Saudi government nor WhatsApp … Read more
WhatsApp is enhancing user privacy by testing a new feature that allows users to open “view once” media on linked devices. As part of the Meta-owned app’s ongoing privacy improvements, this update aims to provide greater flexibility while maintaining security. What is the ‘View Once’ Media Feature on WhatsApp? Currently available on WhatsApp Android beta … Read more
WhatsApp has rolled out innovative features and updates, bringing advanced creative options and enhanced user engagement tools for private chats. The instant messaging giant now offers 30 customizable visual effects, enabling users to edit photos and videos directly within chats for a more personalized experience. The app has also made significant strides in the sticker … Read more
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow users to access Meta AI directly from their home screens without needing to open the app. This feature was discovered in the recent WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.25.1.27, available on the Google Play Store. According to WABetaInfo, the Meta AI widget will be integrated … Read more
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a groundbreaking feature that will enable users to create their own AI-driven chatbots. According to recent updates, the Meta-owned messaging platform has begun testing the feature in its latest beta version for Android. The new functionality will allow users to design and personalize AI chatbots directly within the application, offering … Read more
Creating AI-enhanced images directly on WhatsApp has become an innovative way to visualize and express ideas. This exciting feature allows users to generate AI-created visuals seamlessly within the app. Generating AI Images on WhatsApp WhatsApp now enables users to produce AI-generated images by following a simple process. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Open the Chat: Start … Read more
