WhatsApp Face Unlock on Android Spotted in Beta Update
4 years, 2 months ago

WhatsApp Face Unlock on Android Spotted in Beta Update

News 18  

Facebook-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is rolling out a face unlock option for the Android app to enhance its biometric options used for unlocking the app. The new option will allow users to open WhatsApp via face unlock. Apart from the face unlock feature, the WABetaInfo report also said that WhatsApp beta build 2.20.203.3 also improves the already existing fingerprint lock as well. Once face unlock for WhatsApp on Android is rolled out, the ‘Fingerprint Lock’ option on the app will be changed to ‘Biometric Lock’ because it will support more than just one way to authenticate users.

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WhatsApp to prohibit screenshot capture of profile photos: Report
7 months, 1 week ago

WhatsApp to prohibit screenshot capture of profile photos: Report

The Hindu  

WhatsApp is working on a new feature for its iOS beta app that will prevent users from taking screenshots of profile photos, WABETAINFO reported. When attempting to capture a screenshot of profile photos, a notification will promptly appear, informing users that the action has been restricted to safeguard the privacy of all WhatsApp users. This feature will act as an …

WhatsApp Web to get Chat Lock feature with secret codes: Details here
10 months ago

WhatsApp Web to get Chat Lock feature with secret codes: Details here

India TV News  

WhatsApp Web is reportedly working on a new feature for the web version of the popular messaging app that will allow users to lock and hide specific chats behind a secret code. According to WABetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp features, the Chat Lock feature with secret codes is currently in development and will be rolled out soon on WhatsApp …

WhatsApp Security Upgrade: Chat lock feature extends to web users - All you need to know
10 months, 3 weeks ago

WhatsApp Security Upgrade: Chat lock feature extends to web users - All you need to know

India TV News  

WhatsApp is working on an update for its web version, aiming to bring the Chat Lock feature to provide added security for users. Currently, while Chat Lock safeguards chats on the mobile app, the web client lacks this protection, leaving locked chats visible without any security. A Welcome Development Good news for WhatsApp users who depend on the web client …

WhatsApp passkey is now available on iPhone, here is how it works
10 months, 3 weeks ago

WhatsApp passkey is now available on iPhone, here is how it works

India Today  

Passkeys are becoming one of the prominent security options across websites and apps. Now, WhatsApp is reportedly expanding the availability of this feature and will soon allow iPhone users to set up a passkey for the app. What is passkeys Passkey is a feature that allows users to log in to their accounts without entering a 6-digit code every time. …

Lock your WhatsApp chats on Android with a new secret code: Details
1 year, 1 month ago

Lock your WhatsApp chats on Android with a new secret code: Details

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a Meta-owned instant messaging platform is reportedly rolling out a new secret code which will be featured for locked chats. The report said, "Specifically, after configuring a secret code, the entry point to view locked chats will no longer appear in the chat list. Instead, users can access these chats by entering the secret code into the search bar …

WhatsApp Web gets added security: Learn about the new lock feature
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp Web gets added security: Learn about the new lock feature

India TV News  

In a bid to enhance user privacy on its platform, the Meta-owned messaging app WhatsApp has unveiled a new screen lock feature for WhatsApp Web/Desktop. Initially in development, the feature has now been rolled out to select beta testers who are using the latest version of WhatsApp Web and are part of the official beta program, as reported by WABetaInfo. …

WhatsApp enhancing account security with Passkey feature in Android Beta
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp enhancing account security with Passkey feature in Android Beta

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a subsidiary of Meta, is reportedly in the process of developing a new passkey feature for account verification on its Android beta version. Recently, it was also revealed that WhatsApp is introducing an admin review feature for group chats in its Android beta version. In the previous month, the platform introduced safety tools for managing messages from unknown phone …

WhatsApp introduces new 'chat lock' feature to hide private conversations | Here's how to use
1 year, 7 months ago

WhatsApp introduces new 'chat lock' feature to hide private conversations | Here's how to use

India TV News  

WhatsApp on Monday made the announcement that it would be introducing a new feature called "Chat Lock." “Today, we’re excited to bring to you a new feature we’re calling Chat Lock, which lets you protect your most intimate conversations behind one more layer of security," the messaging app said in blogpost. We’re excited to bring to you a new feature …

WhatsApp Update: New 'Report status updates' feature out for Android beta users
1 year, 9 months ago

WhatsApp Update: New 'Report status updates' feature out for Android beta users

India TV News  

WhatsApp Update: An instant messaging platform which has been launching a number of features to improvise the user experience has come up with yet another feature which will enable the user to report status updates. With this new feature, users will be able to report any status update which might violate the Terms of Service of WhatsApp. Furthermore, the feature …

WhatsApp working on lock screen feature to add extra security for desktop users
2 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp working on lock screen feature to add extra security for desktop users

Hindustan Times  

Instant messaging app WhatsApp is working on an optional lock feature for its desktop users. The new feature will seek password every time user launches the application. The messaging platform rolled out a screen lock feature on WhatsApp beta for Android and iOS three years ago. However, as per WABetaInfo, the Meta-owned platform is now planning to test the screen …

WhatsApp self-chat option now available for some users, 3 other features coming soon
2 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp self-chat option now available for some users, 3 other features coming soon

India Today  

WhatsApp has started beta testing for some of its upcoming features, including Auto mute large group chats, Send message to yourself - entry point, a redesigned disappearing messages section for some Android users. Talking about the availability of upcoming WhatsApp features, WaBetaInfo reports that even if the platform is officially rolling out features for beta users, the updates may take …

WhatsApp is getting yet another Instagram-like feature soon
2 years, 4 months ago

WhatsApp is getting yet another Instagram-like feature soon

India Today  

WhatsApp is constantly developing a new range of features for users. While testing a new feature, the company first tests features with iOS users in beta, followed by Android beta users everyone. The meta-owned instant messaging app is preparing to introduce a new feature for iOS users that will give users the ability to view Status directly from WhatsApp's chat …

WhatsApp introduces revamped voice call interface for some users
2 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp introduces revamped voice call interface for some users

India Today  

WhatsApp has come a long way from being just an app for messaging and chatting with people to being a full-fledged communication application. Now, WhatsApp is working on a new interface for voice calling for some beta Android users. The new interface would be rolled out for both Android as well as iOS users, but for now, it is being …

WhatsApp Bringing New Feature That Will Allow Users To Report Selective Messages
3 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp Bringing New Feature That Will Allow Users To Report Selective Messages

News 18  

Facebook-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp is testing a new feature that will allow users to report specific messages on the platform. Users on the beta version of WhatsApp can see a new “Report” option when they tap and hold a message. WABetaInfo has also found the individual message reporting feature on recent WhatsApp for Android beta releases. The report says …

WhatsApp likely to roll out design changes for Android app
3 years, 6 months ago

WhatsApp likely to roll out design changes for Android app

India Today  

WhatsApp is likely to introduce some design changes for the Android app. The messaging app is testing some design changes for the Android app in the beta version according to WaBetaInfo, the features tracker. This means when beta users open WhatsApp, the first page on the app which shows your latest chats with contacts and groups will not have the …

WhatsApp is working on a 'mention badge' feature for group chats: Report
3 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp is working on a 'mention badge' feature for group chats: Report

Firstpost  

WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, is working on a new feature called “mention badge” for group chats. For linking the WhatsApp Web to the account, users will be asked to use their face or fingerprint unlock, before scanning a QR code from the smartphone. Today we’re starting to roll out a new security feature for WhatsApp Web and Desktop: face …

WhatsApp Adds Fingerprint, Face Unlock Security Layer for Linking WhatsApp Web, Desktop App
3 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp Adds Fingerprint, Face Unlock Security Layer for Linking WhatsApp Web, Desktop App

News 18  

Facebook-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp has announced a new security update for WhatsApp Web and the desktop app. From now on, in order to link WhatsApp Web or Desktop to your WhatsApp account, users will be asked to use their face or fingerprint unlock on their smartphones, before scanning a QR code from the smartphone to link the device. As …

WhatsApp Testing 'Read Later' Feature That Will Replace Archive Option, New Wallpapers Coming Soon
4 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp Testing 'Read Later' Feature That Will Replace Archive Option, New Wallpapers Coming Soon

News 18  

WhatsApp is adding 32 new bright and 29 new dark wallpapers to its beta platform for Android devices. Besides, the Facebook-owned platform is also said to be working on a ‘Read Later’ feature on WhatsApp beta for iOS v2.20.130.16, that was first spotted on WhatsApp beta for Android last week. The new wallpapers feature was spotted on WhatsApp beta for …

How to enable Face ID lock for Facebook Messenger: Step-by-step guide
4 years, 1 month ago

How to enable Face ID lock for Facebook Messenger: Step-by-step guide

India Today  

Messenger is a famous and popular app that allows you to send or receive messages. Keep in mind that you have to set up a face or fingerprint ID and passcode on your iOS device before the app lock can work. Here is the step-by-step guide to enable the fingerprint or face ID lock feature on the Facebook Messenger app. …

WhatsApp to get biometric lock, join missed call feature and more
4 years, 2 months ago

WhatsApp to get biometric lock, join missed call feature and more

India Today  

WhatsApp to get a host of interesting features. “WhatsApp is working for a few months on a new feature that allows us to quickly join calls in a certain situation. “WhatsApp is working on new improvements for Fingerprint Lock, the feature that allows protecting WhatsApp with the fingerprint. If your Android device hasn’t a fingerprint sensor but it has a …

WhatsApp Web Will Soon Get Fingerprint Authentication Suggests Latest Beta
4 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp Web Will Soon Get Fingerprint Authentication Suggests Latest Beta

News 18  

WhatsApp Web, the browser version of the popular messaging service, recently introduced dark mode and the ability to make group video calls on Messenger Rooms. If you have used WhatsApp Web then you would know that it allows one to use the messaging service on your PC or Mac using any internet browser. The latest findings suggest that an upcoming …

WhatsApp might soon rollout fingerprint unlock support for the web app: Report
4 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp might soon rollout fingerprint unlock support for the web app: Report

Firstpost  

The feature is reportedly in the development stage and may or may not make the cut to the next software update. If the under development feature rolls out, users will be able to open their WhatsApp accounts on a PC with just a fingerprint. Spotted by frequent WhatsApp leaker WAbetaInfo, beta version of the Android 2.20.200.10 update submitted through the …

WhatsApp Web may soon get fingerprint authentication feature for more privacy
4 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp Web may soon get fingerprint authentication feature for more privacy

India Today  

Messaging app WhatsApp is working on a feature that will let users have secure WhatsApp web sessions using their fingerprints. As per a report by WABetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp in beta, the new feature is under development in the latest beta 2.20.200.10 for Android and will be available in the next update. The current method of authentication to …

WhatsApp will soon give Android users the option to modify wallpapers as per device's theme: Report
4 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp will soon give Android users the option to modify wallpapers as per device's theme: Report

Firstpost  

This is apart from the usual solid colours and custom photo options that is currently available in Android and iOS. WhatsApp is reportedly working on rolling out an improved wallpaper system so that Android users will be able to modify wallpapers according to the selected theme of the device. As per an exclusive report by WABetaInfo, the feature will let …

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