WhatsApp in 2020: Dark Mode, self-destructing messages and other features
5 years ago

WhatsApp in 2020: Dark Mode, self-destructing messages and other features

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WhatsApp has become one of the best messaging platforms. WhatsApp Dark Mode One of the most anticipated features has to be the Dark Mode. Thus, the company is finally rolling out multiple device login support where you can use WhatsApp on multiple devices at a single time. Last seen customisations Currently, WhatsApp allows users to either enable to disable the last seen feature. WhatsApp Dark Mode update: Some users have started getting it on Android smartphones Christmas 2019: How to download Christmas WhatsApp stickers for Android, iPhone?

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WhatsApp will soon get a feature that will remind users about unread messages
1 month ago

WhatsApp will soon get a feature that will remind users about unread messages

India Today  

WhatsApp is busy working on a bunch of new features to enhance users' experience and privacy. According to WABetaInfo, the site that tracks developments related to WhatsApp, the new reminder feature is available for testing in the beta version of the app for Android. It is included in WhatsApp beta version 2.24.25.29 for Android and introduces notifications to alert users …

WhatsApp working on new features, here are top 5 features to look forward to
9 months ago

WhatsApp working on new features, here are top 5 features to look forward to

India Today  

Meta-owned WhatsApp is gearing up to roll out various new features designed to enhance user experience and interaction. Additionally, a new generative AI-powered photo editor will also enable users to creatively edit and manipulate their photos directly within WhatsApp, adding artistic effects and enhancing their images with ease. 2. International payments In a bid to streamline international transactions, WhatsApp is …

WhatsApp working to reduce strain on users' eyes, likely to launch redesigned dark mode for web
1 year ago

WhatsApp working to reduce strain on users' eyes, likely to launch redesigned dark mode for web

India Today  

WhatsApp is used by over 2 billion people across the globe and helps them stay connected no matter where they are. WhatsApp web version was introduced back in 2015, and the company keeps adding new features to it in order to keep things interesting. WhatsApp web to get a makeover A report in WA Beta Info states that WhatsApp is …

WhatsApp rolling out new updates for iPhone users: new design, improved navigation and more
1 year, 5 months ago

WhatsApp rolling out new updates for iPhone users: new design, improved navigation and more

India Today  

WhatsApp releases new features and fixes with app updates from time to time. In a recent app update for iOS users, the platform has rolled out some design changes along with improvements in the stickers and avatar sections. However, it should be noted that WhatsApp gradually rolls out new changes, so even after updating, if the changes are not immediately …

WhatsApp rolling out hide online status feature to some beta users
2 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp rolling out hide online status feature to some beta users

India Today  

WhatsApp starts rolling out a new privacy feature that allows users to hide their online status. As per fresh reports, the hide online status feature is available for some beta testers on the latest WhatsApp beta Android 2.22.20.9 version. With the hide online feature coming for select beta users, WhatsApp has replaced the ‘Last seen tab’ with ‘Last Seen and …

WhatsApp upcoming features in 2022: hide online status, companion mode, and a lot more
2 years, 4 months ago

WhatsApp upcoming features in 2022: hide online status, companion mode, and a lot more

India Today  

WhatsApp has been continuously working on enhancing user interference. WhatsApp Hide online status Just like hiding last seen, WhatsApp will soon let users hide their online status. You will get two new options -- “Everyone” and “Same as Last Seen” -- to choose from to hide online WhatsApp status. WhatsApp Status reactions feature Just like Instagram and Facebook, WhatsApp may …

WhatsApp to bring these new features soon, for better messaging experience
2 years, 4 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 …

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 update adds new security features to protect people’s privacy
2 years, 5 months ago

WhatsApp update adds new security features to protect people’s privacy

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. The new update comes with three main features: users will be able to leave group chats more …

Top Tech News Today- July 23: WhatsApp New Privacy Feature, Instagram Reels For All Videos And More
2 years, 5 months ago

Top Tech News Today- July 23: WhatsApp New Privacy Feature, Instagram Reels For All Videos And More

News 18  

Hello and welcome to another episode of the top tech news. Here are the full details Google Is Bringing Permissions List Back To Play Store Google has decided to bring the app permissions list back to the Play Store, and now it is available along with the data safety labels for the users. WhatsApp Will Soon Let You Hide Online …

WhatsApp Is Bringing This Privacy Feature For Its Users
2 years, 5 months ago

WhatsApp Is Bringing This Privacy Feature For Its Users

News 18  

WhatsApp continues to improve the privacy nature of the app which is required when you just need a mobile number to add someone to the WhatsApp contact list. According to the new Android beta version, WhatsApp will soon let its users hide their online status from everyone or make it default for all those who cannot see their last seen …

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has reportedly started testing a new feature on iOS that displays profi
3 years ago

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has reportedly started testing a new feature on iOS that displays profi

India TV News  

Highlights The new feature will be supportive on iOS devices only The new feature will showcase the sender's display picture in the notification The feature will display both-personal and group picture in the notification Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has reportedly started testing a new feature on iOS that displays profile pictures in system notifications when users receive new messages from …

Upcoming WhatsApp features in 2021
3 years, 9 months ago

Upcoming WhatsApp features in 2021

India Today  

WhatsApp is a messaging platform, owned by Facebook, which gives its users the flexibility of sending and receiving text and voice messages, voice and video calls over the internet, sharing images, documents, user locations, online payment etc. Upcoming WhatsApp features in 2021 The introduction of new features in our most used applications can be time saving and convenient. Support Chat …

Tech Tips: How to disable blue ticks and last seen from WhatsApp
3 years, 11 months ago

Tech Tips: How to disable blue ticks and last seen from WhatsApp

India Today  

Some WhatsApp users are currently facing trust issues with the platform as the world’s most popular messaging app is changing its terms of service on February 8, 2021. While several WhatsApp users have started migrating to WhatsApp’s alternatives like Telegram and Signal, some continue to press on “Not Now” from WhatsApp’s popup and some might have even agreed to its …

WhatsApp Users Had An Amazing Year With Cool New Features: WhatsApp Payments, Forever Mute And More
4 years ago

WhatsApp Users Had An Amazing Year With Cool New Features: WhatsApp Payments, Forever Mute And More

News 18  

The year 2020 has been great for WhatsApp users. According to research firm Statista, as of October 2020, WhatsApp has 2 billion active global users, with Facebook Messenger in second place with 1.3 billion active users and WeChat following in third with 1.2 billion. The Facebook owned WhatsApp platform confirmed that WhatsApp Payments are now Live with State Bank of …

WhatsApp Added These Five Cool Features This Year; Have You Started Using Them?
4 years ago

WhatsApp Added These Five Cool Features This Year; Have You Started Using Them?

News 18  

WhatsApp is by far the most popular instant messaging app in the world. In March when the Coronavirus pandemic really took its effect with lockdowns and work from home routines, users on average were spending over 15 billion minutes talking each day on WhatsApp calls, well above the pre-pandemic usage trends. The Facebook owned WhatsApp platform confirmed that WhatsApp Payments …

WhatsApp Mute Always, Pay and other features launched in 2020
4 years ago

WhatsApp Mute Always, Pay and other features launched in 2020

India Today  

WhatsApp has launched a plethora of new features this year. WhatsApp Pay: After struggling to launch the payments feature for almost two years, WhatsApp successfully launched the Payments feature. The feature as the name suggests lets user mute their WhatsApp groups forever. Advanced Search Mode: This feature lets users search for pictures, videos, links, and other important things within the …

WhatsApp will now allow users to set separate wallpapers for normal and dark mode
4 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp will now allow users to set separate wallpapers for normal and dark mode

India Today  

WhatsApp on Tuesday announced a set of new features. The messaging app rolled out custom chat wallpapers, a sticker search feature, more doodle wallpapers, and a feature to set separate wallpapers for normal and dark mode. However, now WhatsApp has officially announced improvements to Wallpapers, a search feature for Stickers, and a new animated sticker pack. "We are starting to …

WhatsApp New Stickers, Wallpapers, Sticker Search and More Coming With New Update
4 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp New Stickers, Wallpapers, Sticker Search and More Coming With New Update

News 18  

Facebook-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has released some new updates including custom wallpapers, separate wallpapers for light and dark themes, a search feature for Stickers, and a new animated pack. While setting a custom wallpaper has been a feature since quite a while, the update adds the ability to put custom wallpapers for individual chats. Further, the new update also brings …

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 …

Mute WhatsApp Chats Forever Feature is Now Live on Android, iOS: How to Do it
4 years, 2 months ago

Mute WhatsApp Chats Forever Feature is Now Live on Android, iOS: How to Do it

News 18  

The constant buzzing of the smartphone due to WhatsApp messages can be pretty annoying, and until now, the platform allowed users to mute an individual chat or groups for up to a year. It appears that the Facebook-owned messaging platform is changing its rules, and users in India can now mute WhatsApp chats forever with an ‘always’ mute option. The …

WhatsApp new feature to change how every chat looks
4 years, 4 months ago

WhatsApp new feature to change how every chat looks

Live Mint  

WhatsApp has been introducing a lot of features that improve the aesthetics of the instant messaging application. Earlier this month, the company was reportedly developing a new feature that would allow users to change wallpapers of individual chats. According to WABetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp Beta version for all new features, the new Wallpaper feature allows the user to …

WhatsApp announces animated stickers, QR codes, dark mode for web and more; features to roll out in 'coming weeks'
4 years, 6 months ago

WhatsApp announces animated stickers, QR codes, dark mode for web and more; features to roll out in 'coming weeks'

Firstpost  

WhatsApp says these features will be rolling out over the next few weeks. WhatsApp has announced a hoard of new features for the app, including animated stickers, QR codes, dark mode for the web and desktop app, improvement to group video calls, and the status feature on KaiOS. Let’s take a look at each of the features coming to WhatsApp: …

WhatsApp working on new feature to make chat more fun
4 years, 6 months ago

WhatsApp working on new feature to make chat more fun

Live Mint  

WhatsApp has added multiple features over the years and most of these features have been focused on increasing the productivity of the application as an instant messaging platform. As the name suggests, users will be able to send each other animated stickers once the update rolls out to a broader audience and WhatsApp manages to streamline the process after testing …

WhatsApp new features: From disappearing messages to multi-device support, all features coming soon
4 years, 9 months ago

WhatsApp new features: From disappearing messages to multi-device support, all features coming soon

India Today  

After unveiling the much-awaited dark mode feature for its users, WhatsApp is once again on a spree to roll out a host of new features in the days to come. For instance, a lot of fake news that gives rise to untoward incidents travels through the messaging app but worry no more as WhatsApp will soon roll-out a feature that …

WhatsApp for Android may soon get 'Delete messages' feature that automatically deletes messages from chats.
4 years, 9 months ago

WhatsApp for Android may soon get 'Delete messages' feature that automatically deletes messages from chats.

Firstpost  

Recently, it was rumoured that WhatsApp might be working on a “Delete messages” feature. Now, as per a report by WABetaInfo, this feature has already rolled out on WhatsApp beta for Android 2.20.83 and 2.20.84 versions. Since, “Delete messages” feature is reportedly available in WhatsApp Android beta versions, it is possible that it might come in the stable version soon. …

WhatsApp to introduce self-destructing messages soon: Know what are they
4 years, 9 months ago

WhatsApp to introduce self-destructing messages soon: Know what are they

India TV News  

Facebook-owned WhatsApp after launching the much-awaited 'Dark Mode' feature for its users is now reportedly working on a new feature that will delete messages automatically after a stipulated time as set by users. In two beta versions 2.20.83, as well as 2.20.84 of the app, the option to set self-destructing messages in private chats, was be found and one can …

WhatsApp is reportedly working on Delete Messages feature: Here's everything you need to know
4 years, 9 months ago

WhatsApp is reportedly working on Delete Messages feature: Here's everything you need to know

India Today  

After rolling out the much-awaited dark mode feature for all its users, WhatsApp is now developing another most-talked about feature on which they seem to be working for quite some time now. The "Delete Messages" feature was spotted in October 2019 and then again in November 2019 it was spotted in the Android beta version 2.19.348 of the app. The …

WhatsApp dark mode now available for everyone: How to enable
4 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp dark mode now available for everyone: How to enable

India Today  

WhatsApp has finally rolled out dark mode on its Android and iOS apps globally after a long delay. The dark mode on WhatsApp will be automatically applied if you have enabled dark theme on your Android 10 or iOS 13 device. WhatsApp’s dark mode is available as a part of the latest update on both Android and iOS via Google …

WhatsApp beta for Android gets new solid colour options in dark mode
4 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp beta for Android gets new solid colour options in dark mode

Firstpost  

It is also expected that WhatsApp is currently working on bringing dark theme to its desktop app and web soon. Now, what hints at the dark theme finally turning into reality soon, the latest beta update for WhatsApp on Android has added a few new “solid colour” options to the already existing palette. As per a report by WABetaInfo, the …

WhatsApp desktop app, dark theme for web spotted, may rollout soon
4 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp desktop app, dark theme for web spotted, may rollout soon

Firstpost  

WhatsApp is expected to soon roll out the dark theme for its desktop app and web. The dark theme is now available in beta versions of iOS and Android apps. As per a report by WABetaInfo, the dark theme is not yet available on the desktop app and web but the good news is it is under development. To recall, …

WhatsApp for iOS to get a new look soon: Check out the details
4 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp for iOS to get a new look soon: Check out the details

India Today  

Good news for all the WhatsApp users as the app is all set to get a makeover soon. Just like the dark mode, the revamped app will be first available to all the beta users. WhatsApp is yet to officially roll out the dark mode for the Android and iOS users. On a related note, WhatsApp is reportedly working on …

WhatsApp to soon bring dark mode for desktop users: Here's how it looks
4 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp to soon bring dark mode for desktop users: Here's how it looks

India TV News  

After releasing dark mode for Android and iOS beta testers, Facebook-owned WhatsApp is said to be working towards introducing the dark mode to the messaging platform's desktop version. Now, according to a report by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp will soon start rolling out the dark mode feature. "The dark theme was recently released for WhatsApp beta for Android 2.20.13+ and WhatsApp beta …

After Android, WhatsApp for iOS now gets dark mode in beta: Here's how to get it
4 years, 11 months ago

After Android, WhatsApp for iOS now gets dark mode in beta: Here's how to get it

India TV News  

WhatsApp in dark mode isn’t a distant dream anymore! After reaching in WhatsApp’s Android beta version, dark mode is now the app’s iOS beta version. WhatsApp dark mode now in iOS beta As posted by a Reddit user, WhatsApp beta for iOS has released a new version -- version 2.20.30 -- which includes the dark mode. WhatsApp dark mode now …

WhatsApp dark mode update now available for iOS beta users
4 years, 11 months ago

WhatsApp dark mode update now available for iOS beta users

India Today  

WhatsApp took an unusually long time to roll out the dark mode for its users, probably because it is still gauging ways to entirely implement the feature. A handful of users on Android who signed up for WhatsApp beta can now access the dark mode. The WhatsApp update carrying the dark mode is available under the TestFlight programme for iOS. …

WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from tomorrow: Check out the list
4 years, 11 months ago

WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from tomorrow: Check out the list

India Today  

At the dawn on February 1, 2020, WhatsApp will withdraw its services from certain devices across the globe. WhatsApp currently supports the iOS devices running iOS 9+ and Android devices running OS 4.0.3+ along with some rare phones running Kai OS 2.5.1+, including the JioPhones. * The phones running Android 2.3.7 and older * The phones running iOS 8 and …

WhatsApp to implement dark mode for iPhone users soon, for now only for WhatsApp beta users
4 years, 11 months ago

WhatsApp to implement dark mode for iPhone users soon, for now only for WhatsApp beta users

India Today  

WhatsApp is coming up with new features every day to improve the overall user experience. After rolling out the dark mode feature for the Android users, the Facebook-backed messaging app might roll out the dark mode feature for the iOS users soon. However, all this while, the only thought that has crossed the minds of every iPhone user is whether …

After WhatsApp, Facebook to roll out dark mode soon for Android users
4 years, 11 months ago

After WhatsApp, Facebook to roll out dark mode soon for Android users

India Today  

The much-awaited dark mode feature was rolled out by Whatsapp recently for its Android beta users and Facebook too is thinking about jumping into the area of dark modes soon. As per latest reports, Facebook is working on the dark mode for the Android users and some beta users have already received the dark mode feature on their phones. A …

WhatsApp dark theme mode to reportedly rollout today for Android beta users
4 years, 11 months ago

WhatsApp dark theme mode to reportedly rollout today for Android beta users

Firstpost  

Along with the dark theme, you might also get a ‘Light’ and ‘Set by battery saver’ option After months and months of testing, WhatsApp is finally rolling out the dark mode on the Android beta app. While the feature is yet to be rolled out to the stable version of the app, but it’s release on the beta version is …

WhatsApp Dark Mode now available on Android Beta update: How to enable
4 years, 11 months ago

WhatsApp Dark Mode now available on Android Beta update: How to enable

India TV News  

WhatsApp's dark mode has been long overdue and the company is now finally rolling out the feature. WhatsApp for Android is now getting the dark mode feature with the latest beta update. WhatsApp has rolled out the dark mode feature with WhatsApp beta 2.20.13 version. The update is now available on the Google Play Store for users who have signed …

Whatsapp Dark Mode goes live for beta users on Android: Here's how it looks
4 years, 11 months ago

Whatsapp Dark Mode goes live for beta users on Android: Here's how it looks

India Today  

The highly anticipated dark mode has finally gone live on messaging app WhatsApp. In order to access the Dark theme feature, a user is required to update their WhatsApp version to the 2.20.13 Android beta update. Here’s how you can enable the dark mode in your device Step 1: Open the latest version of Whatsapp on your phone Step 2: …

WhatsApp beta for Android: More features being tested to support Dark Mode
4 years, 11 months ago

WhatsApp beta for Android: More features being tested to support Dark Mode

Firstpost  

WhatsApp has long been rumoured to rollout a dark mode in the app. However, it’s going to be almost a year that WhatsApp started to work on the dark mode, and we haven’t received a timeline for its rollout till now. What we know right now, though, is that the dark mode may have reached its final stage of development, …

Disappearing messages feature update arrives in latest WhatsApp beta for Android
5 years ago

Disappearing messages feature update arrives in latest WhatsApp beta for Android

Firstpost  

The feature of disappearing messages on WhatsApp has been under speculation for quite some time. ‘Delete messages’ has arrived on WhatsApp beta for Android in the 2.19.348 update. The renaming of the feature to ‘Delete messages’ is also visible on WhatsApp beta for iOS since the 2.20.10.23 update. Among the latest happenings in the beta world of WhatsApp, the iOS …

Top WhatsApp features to expect in 2020: Dark mode, WhatsApp for iPad, blocked contact notice and more
5 years ago

Top WhatsApp features to expect in 2020: Dark mode, WhatsApp for iPad, blocked contact notice and more

India Today  

WhatsApp has more than 300 million active users worldwide who use the chat app to text every day. The Phone number, About, Business details cells in Contact info -- WhatsApp for iPad: WhatsApp can be accessed on desktop, on Android and on iPhone as well but the app still lacks support for iPad. According to WaBetaInfo, this problem will end …

WhatsApp latest updates: Dark mode, major bug fixes, fresh emoji skins and more
5 years ago

WhatsApp latest updates: Dark mode, major bug fixes, fresh emoji skins and more

Live Mint  

WhatsApp has been constantly updating its software to push the Dark Mode feature to its users as soon as possible. Following the quick release of the same, in the latest Android Beta version 2.19.366, there seems to be certain Dark Mode improvements along with major bug fixes for the 'best' bug-free experience and overall smooth messaging and calls via the …

WhatsApp new features update: Dark mode, battery-saving option, delete messages
5 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp new features update: Dark mode, battery-saving option, delete messages

Live Mint  

WhatsApp constantly keeps updating its software to include a slew of features to provide smooth messaging and call experience to its users. We bring to you some of the latest updates that were rolled out in Android Beta version this week: Dark mode: Among all the features, the most anticipated Dark Mode update is still under development. According to WABetaInfo …

WhatsApp for Android is expected to get not one but three options in dark mode
5 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp for Android is expected to get not one but three options in dark mode

Firstpost  

Since many apps like Instagram, Gmail, Google Maps, have got dark mode as a theme, rumour has it that WhatsApp is also pushing hard to roll it out soon. It has recently come to light that WhatsApp might give three options to its users under dark mode. As per a report by WABetaInfo, the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.19.353 update …

WhatsApp Dark Mode update: Battery-saving option coming soon
5 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp Dark Mode update: Battery-saving option coming soon

Live Mint  

Keeping the anticipation of the users intact, WhatsApp may soon bring the dark mode feature for its Android app. According to WABetaInfo report, a blog that tracks WhatsApp developments, the Facebook-owned social messaging app is currently working on Battery Saver settings before enabling the Dark Theme. According to the blog discoveries, WhatsApp can automatically enable/disable the Dark Theme based on …

WhatsApp rolls out self-destructing message feature. How it works
5 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp rolls out self-destructing message feature. How it works

Live Mint  

WhatsApp is gradually rolling out the much-awaited self-destructing message feature for its Android Beta version. View Full Image Photo: WABetaInfo page Once available, the 'Delete Message' feature will come with a toggle on/off button and users can choose a particular time interval for the messages to automatically disappear. View Full Image Photo: WABetaInfo page 'Delete Message' vs 'Delete for Everyone': …

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