WhatsApp to bring multi-account feature for Android: Here are the details
1 year, 6 months ago

WhatsApp to bring multi-account feature for Android: Here are the details

India TV News  

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is reportedly developing a multi-account feature for Android users. In other news, WhatsApp is introducing a new video messaging feature to select beta testers on both iOS and Android platforms. The multi-account feature aims to address the needs of individuals who manage multiple accounts, such as separate personal and professional accounts, in a more streamlined manner. Meanwhile, the video messaging feature provides users with an efficient way to communicate using videos, further enriching the messaging experience on WhatsApp.

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WhatsApp update introduces 4 new features for audio and video calls
1 week, 4 days ago

WhatsApp update introduces 4 new features for audio and video calls

Live Mint  

WhatsApp is adding four new audio and video calling features ahead of the holiday season for both mobile and desktop users. New WhatsApp features for audio and video calls: 1) Call participants selection: WhatsApp now allows users to select specific participants while starting a group call. 2) Video calls effects: After adding night mode and video call effects earlier this …

WhatsApp working on contact syncing feature across accounts: Report
3 months, 3 weeks ago

WhatsApp working on contact syncing feature across accounts: Report

The Hindu  

WhatsApp is working on a contact syncing feature across user accounts, as part of the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.18.14 update, reported WaBetaInfo. While WhatsApp users often rely on multiple separate accounts or cloned apps, the company is working on a feature to let users sync their contacts or manage the syncing of their contacts lists manually. On the other …

WhatsApp updates video call features, group calls will now support up to 32 participants
6 months, 1 week ago

WhatsApp updates video call features, group calls will now support up to 32 participants

The Hindu  

WhatsApp updated the video calling features across devices by adding audio support in screen sharing, introducing a new speaker spotlight feature. The instant-messaging platform also improved support for video call participants to up to 32 people. WhatsApp added screen sharing support for video last year, and with the new update the feature will support audio share alongside the screen. The …

WhatsApp's multi-device support: How to use your account in 4 devices
7 months ago

WhatsApp's multi-device support: How to use your account in 4 devices

India Today  

WhatsApp has been updating itself since the day it stepped into the market. These new updates include multiple account support, multi-device support, pinned messages, reply from the lock screen, polls and quizzes, screen share and many more. Earlier, WhatsApp followed the rules that if you wanted to use the application on two different phones, you had to take two different …

WhatsApp rollouts design changes for its mobile app interface on Android, iOS platforms: Here's what's new
7 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp rollouts design changes for its mobile app interface on Android, iOS platforms: Here's what's new

India TV News  

After introducing a host of features in the last few months, WhatsApp is now rolling out various design changes for its mobile app interface on both Android and iOS platforms. “When designing, we consider varying levels of connectivity and digital literacy to keep WhatsApp accessible, and we’re careful with changes that affect people’s muscle memory. The company announced in a …

WhatsApp Aims To Restrict Spam Accounts Soon. Know All Details Here
7 months, 3 weeks ago

WhatsApp Aims To Restrict Spam Accounts Soon. Know All Details Here

ABP News  

Meta-owned WhatsApp is with a new feature designed to prevent accounts from sending spam messages. The messaging app, the world's most popular, has experienced an increase in spam and bulk messaging from business and marketing numbers, causing annoyance for users and therefore, this feature aims to mitigate the spread of spam. According to WABetaInfo, the feature to limit spammy WhatsApp …

How to use Image to Sticker feature on WhatsApp: Details
9 months, 1 week ago

How to use Image to Sticker feature on WhatsApp: Details

India TV News  

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and WhatsApp has been reportedly working to introduce several new features in its latest updates, which are focused on enhancing the the instant messaging experience for users. New Feature on WhatsApp Beta WhatsApp beta for Android enables users to find new settings which will give them control over the use of avatars to create …

New WhatsApp feature to let you transfer ownership of your channel | DEETS inside
10 months, 1 week ago

New WhatsApp feature to let you transfer ownership of your channel | DEETS inside

India TV News  

Meta-owned instant messaging app WhatsApp is testing out some new features for its Channels tool, which allows for one-way broadcasting of updates. New ownership transfer feature According to WABetaInfo, in the latest beta version for Android, WhatsApp has added a new feature that allows the current owner of a channel to transfer ownership to someone else. This means the current …

WhatsApp to bring Ownership Transfer feature soon | All you need to know
11 months ago

WhatsApp to bring Ownership Transfer feature soon | All you need to know

India TV News  

WhatsApp is set to unveil a new feature which grants the ability to transfer ownership within the app. The feature has surfaced in the Android beta version 2.24.2.17, offering users the flexibility to transfer ownership of their WhatsApp channels. Ownership Transfer in WhatsApp: A game-changing feature According to WABetaInfo, the ownership transfer feature is undergoing testing and is accessible only …

WhatsApp will soon add new features to its video control
1 year, 1 month ago

WhatsApp will soon add new features to its video control

India Today  

In the past few updates on WhatsApp, it seems like Meta is more focused on delivering what users want. According to WABetaInfo, a website that tracks all the latest WhatsApp developments, the new video playback controls allow users to skip forward and backward by 10 seconds. In addition to the video playback control feature, WhatsApp is also developing a new …

How the new WhatsApp multi-account feature could change the way we use WhatsApp
1 year, 1 month ago

How the new WhatsApp multi-account feature could change the way we use WhatsApp

India Today  

WhatsApp, the world's most popular messaging app, has recently introduced a new feature that allows users to have two accounts logged in at the same time on the same device. Of course, this feature is a significant change in the way we use WhatsApp, as users were previously only able to have one account per device. Here are some specific …

Mark Zuckerberg announces dual WhatsApp account feature for simultaneous use
1 year, 2 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg announces dual WhatsApp account feature for simultaneous use

India TV News  

WhatsApp has recently announced a new feature, which will let users log in with two WhatsApp accounts simultaneously. Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, shared this news, stating that WhatsApp users will soon be able to use two WhatsApp accounts on a single device without the need to log out each time. The introduction of multi-account support is a significant …

WhatsApp New Feature to Manage Multiple Accounts
1 year, 3 months ago

WhatsApp New Feature to Manage Multiple Accounts

Deccan Chronicle  

WhatsApp has introduced an exciting new feature for its Android beta app, allowing users to manage multiple accounts on the same smartphone. According to a report from WABetaInfo, the Meta-owned messaging platform is gradually rolling out this multi-account feature in version 2.23.18.21 of the beta app, exclusively for users who have enrolled in the beta program through the Google Play …

WhatsApp working on avatar replies for status updates: All you need to know
1 year, 3 months ago

WhatsApp working on avatar replies for status updates: All you need to know

India TV News  

WhatsApp, an instant messaging platform owned by Meta, is reportedly developing a new feature that will allow users to reply to status updates using avatars. As per reports from WABetaInfo, the recent WhatsApp beta update for Android has unveiled the company's plans to introduce the avatar reply feature in a future app update. With the current reaction feature offering only …

WhatsApp developing feature to share recent group history with new members
1 year, 3 months ago

WhatsApp developing feature to share recent group history with new members

India TV News  

WhatsApp, the messaging platform owned by Meta, is reportedly in the process of developing a novel feature called "Recent History Sharing" specifically tailored for new members joining groups on the Android beta version. Just last week, news surfaced that the platform had begun rolling out the capability for users to generate and share AI-based stickers within the Android beta version. …

WhatsApp adds video messages to iOS chats in latest update
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp adds video messages to iOS chats in latest update

India TV News  

Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp is introducing new features to enhance user experience. The latest update brings a video message feature to iOS devices. Now, users can easily record and send video messages directly within chats. Reports also suggest that the app's settings screen will soon undergo a clearer redesign, providing users with a more streamlined and user-friendly layout.

WhatsApp's upcoming multi-account feature: Know how it works
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp's upcoming multi-account feature: Know how it works

India TV News  

WhatsApp, the widely-used instant messaging platform owned by Meta, is reportedly introducing a new multi-account feature that will enable users to add additional accounts within the same app. As per the provided screenshot from WABetaInfo, it is evident that the meta-owned app is integrating a feature permitting specific beta testers to seamlessly add supplementary accounts to their existing app. Image …

WhatsApp introduces a group call scheduling feature in Android Beta: How to use it?
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp introduces a group call scheduling feature in Android Beta: How to use it?

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a messaging platform under Meta's umbrella, is launching a novel feature for scheduling calls within group chats on its Android beta version. In addition, to call scheduling, WhatsApp recently introduced a voice chat feature for group discussions on its Android beta, further enriching the user experience. Furthermore, the messaging platform is actively developing a new passkey feature to enhance …

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 for iOS adds message editing for media with captions: Know what it is
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp for iOS adds message editing for media with captions: Know what it is

India TV News  

WhatsApp, an instant messaging platform owned by Meta, has announced a new update for iOS users. The platform is introducing message editing support for media that includes captions. In addition to message editing support, the platform is also rolling out an updated user interface with translucent bars and new action sheets. Last month, WhatsApp introduced landscape mode support for video …

WhatsApp introduces 'Voice Chats' for Android beta users: Everything you need to know
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp introduces 'Voice Chats' for Android beta users: Everything you need to know

India TV News  

WhatsApp, an instant messaging platform owned by Meta, is introducing a new voice chat feature for group conversations on its Android beta version. The feature allows beta users to access a voice waveform icon within a group chat, as reported by WABetaInfo. One of the main advantages of the voice chat feature is that it allows users to start a …

New admin review feature now on WhatsApp Android beta: Know how it works
1 year, 4 months ago

New admin review feature now on WhatsApp Android beta: Know how it works

India TV News  

WhatsApp, an instant messaging platform owned by Meta, is introducing a new admin review feature for group chats on its Android beta version. The new admin review feature allows group admins to monitor the group, even when they are not actively present. Currently available to some beta testers who have installed the latest WhatsApp beta for Android update, the admin …

WhatsApp introduces short video messages feature for iOS and Android. How to use it
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp introduces short video messages feature for iOS and Android. How to use it

Live Mint  

Meta-owned WhatsApp has recently introduced a fresh addition to its app, allowing users to send brief video messages. Similar to the process of recording real-time voice messages, the feature will incorporate a video recorder icon located next to the text box. As per the instant messaging app, the new feature allows users to record video messages, adding a personalized touch …

WhatsApp introduces 'Quick Video Messaging' for Chats
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp introduces 'Quick Video Messaging' for Chats

India TV News  

On Thursday, Mark Zuckerberg, the founder and CEO of Meta, announced a new feature for WhatsApp that allows users to instantly record and share video messages in chats. Each video message can be up to 60 seconds long, allowing users to respond in real time to chats with whatever they want to convey. Importantly, WhatsApp ensures that video messages are …

WhatsApp Beta for Android introduces group creation while forwarding messages
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp Beta for Android introduces group creation while forwarding messages

India TV News  

Create groups on WhatsApp Beta for Android during message forwarding WhatsApp, the messaging platform owned by Meta is introducing a new feature on its Android beta version that allows users to create new groups while forwarding messages. The feature is available to some of the beta testers who installed the latest WhatsApp beta update on their Android devices, and it …

WhatsApp beta for iOS allows users to send videos with enhanced quality
1 year, 5 months ago

WhatsApp beta for iOS allows users to send videos with enhanced quality

India TV News  

WhatsApp, the instant messaging platform owned by Meta, is introducing a new feature in its iOS beta version that enables users to send high-quality videos. Currently, the ability to send high-quality videos and enhancements for profile icons within group chats is available to specific beta testers who have installed the latest version of WhatsApp beta for iOS. Recently, the company …

WhatsApp introduces Screen Sharing feature on iOS: Know how it works
1 year, 6 months ago

WhatsApp introduces Screen Sharing feature on iOS: Know how it works

India TV News  

WhatsApp has recently let the user enjoy a number of new features for Android users, and now the instant messaging platform has started letting iPhone users share screens. Following the release of the screen-sharing feature for Android users, the company has now extended this functionality to iOS users, including iPhone users. This expansion allows iPhone users to utilize the screen-sharing …

WhatsApp set to add major features including a new username system, beta versions suggest
1 year, 6 months ago

WhatsApp set to add major features including a new username system, beta versions suggest

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy WhatsApp is developing a range of new features, including a new username system …

WhatsApp Update: New 'screen-sharing' feature rolling out for Android beta testers
1 year, 6 months ago

WhatsApp Update: New 'screen-sharing' feature rolling out for Android beta testers

India TV News  

WhatsApp has been rolling out an array of new features on the platform, and in recent addition, the platform has started rolling out the ‘screen-sharing’ feature. The new feature has been launched along with a new placement for tabs within the bottom navigation bar and is available for Android beta testers at the time of writing. As per the report …

WhatsApp starts rolling out 'side-by-side' feature on Android tablets | Know more
1 year, 7 months ago

WhatsApp starts rolling out 'side-by-side' feature on Android tablets | Know more

India TV News  

New Delhi: Meta-owned messaging application WhatsApp has been continuously improving its features over the years. “Thanks to the tweaked interface, users can take advantage of the side-by-side view, which mainly allows them to switch between conversations without losing track of their ongoing chats. After installing the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.9.20 update, we discovered that a new option to …

WhatsApp declares multiple device feature: Memes flood the internet
1 year, 7 months ago

WhatsApp declares multiple device feature: Memes flood the internet

India TV News  

WhatsApp has recently announced that your application can work on several devices simultaneously to improve multi-device offerings and the meme makers just flooded the internet with hilarious jokes. Although the new feature will help the user to link their devices with up to four other devices, a number of meme makers have started making fun of the new feature in …

How to use WhatsApp accounts on multiple phones? Here are the tips
1 year, 7 months ago

How to use WhatsApp accounts on multiple phones? Here are the tips

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a Meta-owned instant messaging platfrom has announced that its users will now be able to use the same WhatsApp account on more than one phone via its multi-device login feature. In a blog post on Tuesday, WhatsApp stated: "A feature highly requested by users, now you can link your phone as one of up to four additional devices, the …

WhatsApp brings feature to support same account on multiple phones
1 year, 7 months ago

WhatsApp brings feature to support same account on multiple phones

The Hindu  

Messaging platform WhatsApp on April 25 said it has introduced a feature that will allow its users to use the same WhatsApp account on multiple phones. "Today, we're improving our multi-device offering further by introducing the ability to use the same WhatsApp account on multiple phones," WhatsApp announced. The feature, highly requested by users, will enable them to "link your …

Now, you can run your WhatsApp account on multiple phones
1 year, 7 months ago

Now, you can run your WhatsApp account on multiple phones

Hindustan Times  

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has introduced a new feature allowing users to use the same account on multiple phones. The instant messaging app says linking phones as companion devices will ease messaging for the users as they can switch between devices without signing out and can pick up chats from where they left off. In case the user is a …

WhatsApp now allows Android users to edit forwarded messages before resharing, details here
1 year, 8 months ago

WhatsApp now allows Android users to edit forwarded messages before resharing, details here

India Today  

WhatsApp recently released a feature that allows users to forward media with captions. WhatsApp is updating its recently released feature that allows users to forward messages with captions. The new update allows users to add descriptions to forwarded images, videos, GIFs, and documents that are being forwarded with a caption. According to the report by Wabetainfo, the site which tracks …

WhatsApp Desktop Users Will Now Be Able To Conduct Group Video Calls
1 year, 9 months ago

WhatsApp Desktop Users Will Now Be Able To Conduct Group Video Calls

ABP News  

WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging platform owned by Facebook-parent Meta, has introduced a refreshed desktop app that among other things, promises group video calling for all users. Additionally, using WhatsApp on multiple devices will now be seamless, as it will allow users to link multiple devices at once, helping users continue chats across devices without a hitch. Through the new …

WhatsApp updated desktop app with improved connectivity and video chat experience
1 year, 9 months ago

WhatsApp updated desktop app with improved connectivity and video chat experience

India TV News  

Meta-owned messaging app WhatsApp has released a new desktop app for Windows, featuring faster loading times and the ability to hold group video calls with up to 8 people and audio calls with up to 32 people. In a recent blog post, Meta announced that the latest update to the WhatsApp desktop app for Windows allows users to make group …

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 …

How to send 100 photos and videos in single go on WhatsApp: Tips and Tricks
1 year, 10 months ago

How to send 100 photos and videos in single go on WhatsApp: Tips and Tricks

India TV News  

WhatsApp has announced a new feature that allows Android users to send up to 100 pictures and videos in one go, an increase from the previous limit of 30. The increased limit for photos and videos means that users can now share more content in a single message, reducing the need for multiple messages. Follow this guide to learn how …

WhatsApp now allows up to 100 photos and videos to be sent in one go; Details
1 year, 10 months ago

WhatsApp now allows up to 100 photos and videos to be sent in one go; Details

Hindustan Times  

WhatsApp has added multiple new features in its latest update including increasing maximum limit of sending photos and videos from 30 to 100. A petition was filed by two individuals challenging the WhatsApp’s deal with Meta to provide access to calls, photographs, texts, videos, and documents shared by users. The new features brought in with latest WhatsApp updates are as …

WhatsApp Update: You could use 1 account on 2 android devices simultaneously
2 years ago

WhatsApp Update: You could use 1 account on 2 android devices simultaneously

India TV News  

WhatsApp has been adding new features for a better user experience every now and then. Recently, the Meta-owned platform has reportedly been testing a new feature which will enable the users to add their current account to a secondary android device- which could be either a smartphone or tablet. According to Android Authority, the new feature will enable users to …

WhatsApp testing companion mode to allow linking up to 4 mobile phones
2 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp testing companion mode to allow linking up to 4 mobile phones

Hindustan Times  

WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature for its beta users which enables them to link their accounts to secondary phone and Android tablet. WhatsApp's Companion mode feature is rolled out for some select beta users. Through WhatsApp beta for Android 2.22.24.18 the company is testing the companion mode for smartphones by availing the feature for some beta testers. Meta-owned …

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 Update: Users can use 'Message Yourself' feature soon- Know how it works
2 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp Update: Users can use 'Message Yourself' feature soon- Know how it works

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a Meta-owned messaging platform has reportedly been testing a self-messaging feature that would enable users to send messages to themselves more easily. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is now testing some improvements for sending messages to yourself for some beta testers on its beta apps for Android and iOS. WhatsApp is now conducting a small test by rolling out "messages …

WhatsApp will soon rollout a self-chat feature, here is how it looks
2 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp will soon rollout a self-chat feature, here is how it looks

India Today  

WhatsApp is currently working on a bunch of new updates and features to enhance the user interface and privacy. Although the exact rollout timeline of these features remains unclear, WhatsApp has started testing a new 'Messages with yourself' feature for both Android and iOS users. But with the new update, when you open WhatsApp chat of your own number, the …

Want to use 2 WhatsApp accounts on the same phone? Follow these steps
2 years, 3 months ago

Want to use 2 WhatsApp accounts on the same phone? Follow these steps

Hindustan Times  

At present, you can use your WhatsApp account simultaneously on your smartphone along with desktop/laptop. Also, if you have two Android devices, you can use WhatsApp simultaneously on both the smartphones. Representative Image Now, as per a report in Hindustan Times' sister publication Live Hindustan, users can open two accounts on a single device. The feature with which you can …

WhatsApp will soon allow users to chat with themselves; details here
2 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp will soon allow users to chat with themselves; details here

Firstpost  

According to a report in WaBetaInfo, the messaging app is working on “letting you use your own chat on linked devices”. The latest news to join the list of much-anticipated upcoming features is that WhatsApp will soon allow users to send messages to themselves. As per the report, WhatsApp is planning to release the feature in a future update of …

WhatsApp to bring these new features soon, for better messaging experience
2 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp to bring these new features soon, for better messaging experience

India TV News  

Whatsapp has launched many new features on its platform for global users. We have already seen how the messaging platform has been working on launching some features like: Emoji reactions to the messages Upgraded group chat participant limit Transfer chats between Android and iOS which was a much-awaited update for a lot of users Enabling to mute participants manually over …

How WhatsApp is informing users about its new features
2 years, 4 months ago

How WhatsApp is informing users about its new features

Hindustan Times  

Messaging platform WhatsApp has launched a brand campaign in India to inform the users about its three new features in its efforts to ensure more data privacy for the users. WhatsApp also has a disappearing message feature to set durations like 24 hours, seven days or 90 days so that the users can send photos and videos that disappear after …

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