Latest WhatsApp beta adds QR codes for easy profile and contact sharing
The latest WhatsApp beta version 2.20.171 is now bringing the previously announced support for QR code profile sharing to those of us on Android.
[Update: Rolling out now] WhatsApp set to roll out Facebook Messenger Rooms integration
With the COVID-19 coronavirus changing the way we keep in touch with the people that mean the most to us, the latest WhatsApp beta update hints that we’ll gain Facebook Messenger Rooms integration.
[Update: Now live] WhatsApp set to increase group calling and video calling limits
The latest WhatsApp beta update hints that the Facebook-owned firm is set to increase the limits for audio and video group calling to allow more participants.
[Update: 70% decrease] WhatsApp limits message forwarding to prevent spread of COVID-19 misinformation
At a time when information overload is definitely becoming a thing, WhatsApp is introducing new limits to message forwarding to help curb the spread of COVID-19 misinformation.
WhatsApp’s latest stickers promote social distancing amid coronavirus pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic sweeps the globe, getting messages about social distancing, good hygiene, and other preventative measures is absolutely crucial. Now, WhatsApp is giving its billions of users access to a new sticker pack that promotes social distancing and staying home during the coronavirus outbreak.
WhatsApp could add option for multiple devices per account
The Facebook-owned WhatsApp appears to be working on a multiple-device feature that might let you use one telephone number across a multitude of smartphones.
WhatsApp beta hints at upcoming self-destructing messages feature
The latest WhatsApp beta builds for Android hint at an upcoming self-destructing message feature for the cross-platform messenger.
Dedicated dark mode officially rolling out for WhatsApp on Android
After being available on the beta program for a little while already, the dedicated dark mode is now officially available for WhatsApp on Android.
WhatsApp messenger reaches 2 billion user milestone
WhatsApp has now reached the 2 billion user milestone, making it one of the biggest messaging platforms on the planet.
Updated dark mode tweaks come to latest WhatsApp beta build
After the latest beta build finally brought dark mode to WhatsApp, the latest update is now giving those using the cross-platform messenger further options to tailor their experience.
WhatsApp finally gains a dedicated dark mode in latest app beta update
The long wait for a dedicated WhatsApp dark mode is over, with the latest app beta now finally adding the native darkened theme to the messaging app.
WhatsApp is only the second non-Google Android app to hit 5 billion installs
There are only a few apps on the Google Play Store to have reached the mythical 5 billion install figure, bar some of the pre-installed Google options. Third-party messaging app WhatsApp is now only the second non-Google app to do so, having amassed the figure over a decade on Android and the Play Store.
Facebook is reportedly shelving plans to show ads in WhatsApp messenger
We have some good news from Facebook. According to the Wall Street Journal, the firm is planning to drop its controversial plan for ads within WhatsApp messenger.
WhatsApp ends support for devices running older Android builds
While WhatsApp remains almost ubiquitous across an array of hardware and software, support has now been ended for devices running older Android builds.
WhatsApp gains reminders function thanks to Any.do integration
The immensely popular instant messenger WhatsApp has now gained Any.do integration — giving you the ability to create tasks, get reminders, and more, all from within the app.
[Update: Rolling out now] WhatsApp adds group privacy options, blacklists in the latest beta build
The long-awaited group privacy and blacklist options for WhatsApp groups is now rolling out in the latest beta build.
WhatsApp for Android rolling out fingerprint lock support
One of the world’s most popular messaging services, WhatsApp, is today announcing support for a new feature on Android. In the latest update, WhatsApp users on Android can lock their conversations behind a fingerprint.
Google Assistant can now make WhatsApp audio and video calls, only Android for now
Google Assistant can do a lot of things and it even has integration with a bunch of third-party messaging services. This week, Google quietly announced that Assistant would be able to make video and audio calls with WhatsApp.
WhatsApp beta for Android brings fingerprint locking feature
Having biometric unlocking on your device is a necessary security inclusion that ensures that valuable data on your phone stays secure. The latest WhatsApp beta for Android increases your device security by adding the much-anticipated fingerprint locking — which is available starting today.
WhatsApp working on ability to Quick Edit already sent media within chats
WhatsApp hasn’t added a ton of new features to the popular multi-messaging application in recent months. That said, WhatsApp looks set to get a ‘Quick Edit Media’ shortcut in a future update after being unearthed via the latest beta testing platform.
WhatsApp latest beta adds much wanted picture-in-picture mode for video
Each and every single WhatsApp beta update gives us a little glimpse into what might come to future full updates of the application, granted they are not guaranteed features like the latest picture-in-picture mode for video.
WhatsApp users will start seeing in-app ads within ‘Status’ feature from 2020
Rumors and reports that WhatsApp would start getting in-app ads have been flying around for some time but now we have explicit confirmation from Facebook that they will be coming to the messaging platform by 2020.
Latest WhatsApp beta adds Share to Facebook, QR code contact adding features
The latest WhatsApp beta for Android has unearthed a few new features that are actually quite notable. The new ‘Share to Facebook’ function allows you to post your story across WhatsApp and Facebook. The WhatsApp QR code ‘add contact’ functionality will be a real timesaver for adding new contacts. Both features could potentially and hopefully head to a stable release in the not-too-distant future.
Latest WhatsApp beta tests further support for native Night Mode, coming soon
Even with all the competition, WhatsApp still remains atop the throne of multimedia, multi-platform messaging on smartphones. That doesn’t mean that it’s perfect, but with each WhatsApp beta we see more interesting and important new features. The addition of a dedicated Night Mode to the latest WhatsApp beta will be a popular one.