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How to Set Up a WhatsApp Message Reminder: A Step-by-Step Guide
WhatsApp released its new 'Remind Me' feature to select beta testers earlier this year as part of the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.21.14 update. While the functionality is still being tested, it is expected to be rolled out via a stable channel to other users in the coming months. The instant messaging platform, with this feature, will allow user...
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WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing Confetti Animation for Emoji Reactions Ahead of New Year
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature for its Android app that adds a celebratory animation in chats. According to details shared by a feature tracker, the platform is working on a confetti effect that appears when users react to messages with certain emojis. The change is purely visual and aims to make reactions in Chats, Channels and Statu...
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WhatsApp Reportedly Testing New Group Member Tags Feature on Android
WhatsApp has introduced a group member tags feature in its latest beta update, allowing users to assign personalized labels that identify their roles within group chats. The feature, currently available to select beta testers, enables members to add custom tags up to 30 characters long that describe their responsibilities, expertise, or positions w...
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WhatsApp Testing Username-Based Search and Calling in Latest iOS Beta: Report
WhatsApp is reportedly working on its upcoming username-based search and calling feature, with the newest iOS beta indicating continued development. The update shows work on displaying usernames when users look up unfamiliar phone numbers, along with limited profile details, while keeping numbers hidden during username searches. The feature is plan...
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WhatsApp Working on 'Strict Account Settings' Feature to Protect Users From Cyberattacks: Report
WhatsApp is said to be developing a new lockdown-style mode to enhance security for users at risk of targeted cyberattacks, according to feature tracker WABetaInfo. Spotted in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.33.4 update on the Google Play Store, the feature will reportedly let users apply stricter privacy settings with one toggle. It incl...
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WhatsApp Tests Companion App for Apple Watch With Core Messaging Functionality
WhatsApp has reportedly developed a dedicated app for Apple Watch. It is said to be rolling out via the TestFlight beta Programme, with the 25.32.10.71 beta version for iOS. Some early beta testers can avail the feature now. The app allows users to read and reply to messages and react with emojis directly from their wrist, without taking their pai...
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WhatsApp Might Soon Let You Set a Profile Cover Photo, Just Like Facebook and LinkedIn
WhatsApp could soon allow normal users to keep cover photos on their accounts. The inclusion of the cover image feature was spotted on the WhatsApp 2.25.32.2 beta for Android version, via the Google Play Beta programme. The feature is not visible to beta testers. Once rolled out, this feature will let users express their personality through a custo...
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WhatsApp's Upcoming 'Mention All' Feature for Groups Is Now Available to Beta Testers on Android
WhatsApp is reportedly testing its new “@all” mention feature with select beta testers in the Android 2.25.31.9 update, gradually rolling it out to more users. The feature lets users alert all group members at once, saving time and improving coordination. In small groups, everyone can use it, while in groups with over 32 members, only admins ca...
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WhatsApp Will Soon Crack Down on Spam by Limiting Messages in New Chats: Report
WhatsApp is reportedly working on the option to let users limit sending messages in new chats without replies. The feature has been spotted on the WhatsApp for Android beta 2.25.31.5 version, which is available via the Google Play Beta programme. It will reportedly be available to both individuals and businesses.
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WhatsApp Channel Quiz Feature Spotted in Development, Could Launch Soon
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a Channel Quiz feature for Android users, which could allow channel admins to enhance engagement. It is said to be available to users as part of a future update. The purported Channel Quiz feature could appear in the Attachment menu in the channel window. It will reportedly allow admins to test the knowledge of oth...
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WhatsApp Begins Testing Status Update Notifications on Android: Report
WhatsApp is said to be testing a new feature on its Android beta that notifies users when selected contacts post new status updates. Users can enable alerts directly from a contact’s status via the overflow menu and mute them anytime. Notifications show the contact’s name and a small preview for image or video statuses, allowing quick updates w...
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WhatsApp Could Offer Improved Navigation on iPad With Left-Aligned Sidebar
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a sidebar for the iPad app version. WhatsApp is reportedly rolling out the feature via the TestFlight beta Programme, with the WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.29.10.72. Beta testers cannot access the feature, as it is still in development, but it may be rolled out to testers with a future update . The feature could make navi...
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WhatsApp May Soon Let You Add Instagram-Inspired 'Questions' to Your Status
WhatsApp has reportedly started rolling out a new feature for beta testers, dubbed Status Questions. With this, users will be able to add a new question sticker to their status updates, along with photos, videos, and text. Their contacts will be able to submit their responses by typing the answer directly into the question box. The responses could ...
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WhatsApp Begins Testing Facebook, Instagram Quick Sharing Options for Status Updates
WhatsApp is developing new quick sharing options for status updates on its iOS app, according to a feature tracker. It will allow users to share status updates to Facebook and Instagram, without having to navigate through a separate interface. However, users may reportedly have to link their WhatsApp account to the Meta Accounts Centre to use the n...
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WhatsApp Said to be Testing a Feature Which Lets You Select Who Can Reshare Your Status Updates
WhatsApp is said to be testing a new feature for its Android app. As per a feature tracker, it may soon allow users to select who can reshare their status updates. The option is turned off by default and has to be enabled by the original author. This feature is reportedly only available to beta testers currently, who are registered via the Google P...
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How to Set Up a WhatsApp Message Reminder: A Step-by-Step Guide
WhatsApp released its new 'Remind Me' feature to select beta testers earlier this year as part of the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.21.14 update. While the functionality is still being tested, it is expected to be rolled out via a stable channel to other users in the coming months. The instant messaging platform, with this feature, will allow user...
-
WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing Confetti Animation for Emoji Reactions Ahead of New Year
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature for its Android app that adds a celebratory animation in chats. According to details shared by a feature tracker, the platform is working on a confetti effect that appears when users react to messages with certain emojis. The change is purely visual and aims to make reactions in Chats, Channels and Statu...
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WhatsApp Reportedly Testing New Group Member Tags Feature on Android
WhatsApp has introduced a group member tags feature in its latest beta update, allowing users to assign personalized labels that identify their roles within group chats. The feature, currently available to select beta testers, enables members to add custom tags up to 30 characters long that describe their responsibilities, expertise, or positions w...
-
WhatsApp Testing Username-Based Search and Calling in Latest iOS Beta: Report
WhatsApp is reportedly working on its upcoming username-based search and calling feature, with the newest iOS beta indicating continued development. The update shows work on displaying usernames when users look up unfamiliar phone numbers, along with limited profile details, while keeping numbers hidden during username searches. The feature is plan...
-
WhatsApp Working on 'Strict Account Settings' Feature to Protect Users From Cyberattacks: Report
WhatsApp is said to be developing a new lockdown-style mode to enhance security for users at risk of targeted cyberattacks, according to feature tracker WABetaInfo. Spotted in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.33.4 update on the Google Play Store, the feature will reportedly let users apply stricter privacy settings with one toggle. It incl...
-
WhatsApp Tests Companion App for Apple Watch With Core Messaging Functionality
WhatsApp has reportedly developed a dedicated app for Apple Watch. It is said to be rolling out via the TestFlight beta Programme, with the 25.32.10.71 beta version for iOS. Some early beta testers can avail the feature now. The app allows users to read and reply to messages and react with emojis directly from their wrist, without taking their pai...
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WhatsApp Might Soon Let You Set a Profile Cover Photo, Just Like Facebook and LinkedIn
WhatsApp could soon allow normal users to keep cover photos on their accounts. The inclusion of the cover image feature was spotted on the WhatsApp 2.25.32.2 beta for Android version, via the Google Play Beta programme. The feature is not visible to beta testers. Once rolled out, this feature will let users express their personality through a custo...
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WhatsApp's Upcoming 'Mention All' Feature for Groups Is Now Available to Beta Testers on Android
WhatsApp is reportedly testing its new “@all” mention feature with select beta testers in the Android 2.25.31.9 update, gradually rolling it out to more users. The feature lets users alert all group members at once, saving time and improving coordination. In small groups, everyone can use it, while in groups with over 32 members, only admins ca...
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WhatsApp Will Soon Crack Down on Spam by Limiting Messages in New Chats: Report
WhatsApp is reportedly working on the option to let users limit sending messages in new chats without replies. The feature has been spotted on the WhatsApp for Android beta 2.25.31.5 version, which is available via the Google Play Beta programme. It will reportedly be available to both individuals and businesses.
-
WhatsApp Channel Quiz Feature Spotted in Development, Could Launch Soon
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a Channel Quiz feature for Android users, which could allow channel admins to enhance engagement. It is said to be available to users as part of a future update. The purported Channel Quiz feature could appear in the Attachment menu in the channel window. It will reportedly allow admins to test the knowledge of oth...
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WhatsApp Begins Testing Status Update Notifications on Android: Report
WhatsApp is said to be testing a new feature on its Android beta that notifies users when selected contacts post new status updates. Users can enable alerts directly from a contact’s status via the overflow menu and mute them anytime. Notifications show the contact’s name and a small preview for image or video statuses, allowing quick updates w...
-
WhatsApp Could Offer Improved Navigation on iPad With Left-Aligned Sidebar
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a sidebar for the iPad app version. WhatsApp is reportedly rolling out the feature via the TestFlight beta Programme, with the WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.29.10.72. Beta testers cannot access the feature, as it is still in development, but it may be rolled out to testers with a future update . The feature could make navi...
-
WhatsApp May Soon Let You Add Instagram-Inspired 'Questions' to Your Status
WhatsApp has reportedly started rolling out a new feature for beta testers, dubbed Status Questions. With this, users will be able to add a new question sticker to their status updates, along with photos, videos, and text. Their contacts will be able to submit their responses by typing the answer directly into the question box. The responses could ...
-
WhatsApp Begins Testing Facebook, Instagram Quick Sharing Options for Status Updates
WhatsApp is developing new quick sharing options for status updates on its iOS app, according to a feature tracker. It will allow users to share status updates to Facebook and Instagram, without having to navigate through a separate interface. However, users may reportedly have to link their WhatsApp account to the Meta Accounts Centre to use the n...
-
WhatsApp Said to be Testing a Feature Which Lets You Select Who Can Reshare Your Status Updates
WhatsApp is said to be testing a new feature for its Android app. As per a feature tracker, it may soon allow users to select who can reshare their status updates. The option is turned off by default and has to be enabled by the original author. This feature is reportedly only available to beta testers currently, who are registered via the Google P...
