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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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No More ChatGPT On WhatsApp? Major AI Chatbots Face Ban From January 2026
The change affects third-party assistants like ChatGPT and Perplexity, while preserving bots used for customer-service purposes.
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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 Now Lets Beta Testers Add a Link to Their Facebook Profile
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature in its Android beta that lets users add their Facebook profile links to their WhatsApp info page. The link can be verified through the Accounts Centre or left unverified, and adding it is optional. Users can control who sees the link via privacy settings, sharing it with everyone, contacts, specific people, or ...
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WhatsApp's Liquid Glass Design Update Reportedly Rolls Out to Some Users
Liquid Glass UI is Apple’s latest design language introduced in iOS 26 operating system. Apps like WhatsApp are now slowly adopting the new style to align with the design of iOS 26. WhatsApp for iOS 25.28.75 has reportedly brought Liquid Glass compatibility for select users.
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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's Message Translation Feature Is Rolling on iOS With Support for 21 Languages
WhatsApp has reportedly started rolling out the recently announced Message Translation feature to iOS devices. During the announcement, the Meta-owned company said that the app will be able to translate messages in 19 languages on iOS. However, it is reportedly allowing iPhone users to translate messages in over 21 languages. It is said to rely on ...
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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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Anand Mahindra Downloads Arattai With 'Pride', Zoho's Sridhar Vembu Reacts
Anand Mahindra said he had downloaded the app 'with pride', leading to a heartwarming interaction with Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu.
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WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing a Feature That Lets Users Reserve Their Usernames
WhatsApp may soon allow you to reserve usernames, as per a feature tracker. The feature is currently said to be in development for its Android app and is not yet available to beta testers. Since features are gradually rolled out, reserving usernames will help users pick out their preferred usernames and reduce the risk of them being taken by others...
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Can Made-In-India Arattai Replace WhatsApp? 5 Features That Set It Apart
For years, WhatsApp held an unshakable monopoly in the messaging space, with over half a billion active users in India. Now, Arattai, a made-in-India messaging app developed by Zoho Corp, is emerging as a tough competitor.
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WhatsApp Is Reportedly Working on an Incognito Mode for Meta AI Conversations
WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new Incognito Mode feature for Meta AI chats, which could offer enhanced privacy and confidentiality. The feature was spotted in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.28.1 update. When a user turns on Incognito Mode, the instant messaging service could show users a prompt warning that their conversations will...
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WhatsApp Announces Support for Sharing Live Photos, Meta AI-Powered Chat Themes, New Sticker Packs, and More
WhatsApp has announced several new features for its app. Users can now share Live Photos on iOS and Motion Photos on Android via the app, complete with sound. Further, Meta AI can be used to generate chat themes. Similarly, background for video calls can be created using text prompts. WhatsApp has introduced new sticker packs, support for document ...
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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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No More ChatGPT On WhatsApp? Major AI Chatbots Face Ban From January 2026
The change affects third-party assistants like ChatGPT and Perplexity, while preserving bots used for customer-service purposes.
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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 Now Lets Beta Testers Add a Link to Their Facebook Profile
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature in its Android beta that lets users add their Facebook profile links to their WhatsApp info page. The link can be verified through the Accounts Centre or left unverified, and adding it is optional. Users can control who sees the link via privacy settings, sharing it with everyone, contacts, specific people, or ...
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WhatsApp's Liquid Glass Design Update Reportedly Rolls Out to Some Users
Liquid Glass UI is Apple’s latest design language introduced in iOS 26 operating system. Apps like WhatsApp are now slowly adopting the new style to align with the design of iOS 26. WhatsApp for iOS 25.28.75 has reportedly brought Liquid Glass compatibility for select users.
-
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's Message Translation Feature Is Rolling on iOS With Support for 21 Languages
WhatsApp has reportedly started rolling out the recently announced Message Translation feature to iOS devices. During the announcement, the Meta-owned company said that the app will be able to translate messages in 19 languages on iOS. However, it is reportedly allowing iPhone users to translate messages in over 21 languages. It is said to rely on ...
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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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Anand Mahindra Downloads Arattai With 'Pride', Zoho's Sridhar Vembu Reacts
Anand Mahindra said he had downloaded the app 'with pride', leading to a heartwarming interaction with Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu.
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WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing a Feature That Lets Users Reserve Their Usernames
WhatsApp may soon allow you to reserve usernames, as per a feature tracker. The feature is currently said to be in development for its Android app and is not yet available to beta testers. Since features are gradually rolled out, reserving usernames will help users pick out their preferred usernames and reduce the risk of them being taken by others...
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Can Made-In-India Arattai Replace WhatsApp? 5 Features That Set It Apart
For years, WhatsApp held an unshakable monopoly in the messaging space, with over half a billion active users in India. Now, Arattai, a made-in-India messaging app developed by Zoho Corp, is emerging as a tough competitor.
-
WhatsApp Is Reportedly Working on an Incognito Mode for Meta AI Conversations
WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new Incognito Mode feature for Meta AI chats, which could offer enhanced privacy and confidentiality. The feature was spotted in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.28.1 update. When a user turns on Incognito Mode, the instant messaging service could show users a prompt warning that their conversations will...
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WhatsApp Announces Support for Sharing Live Photos, Meta AI-Powered Chat Themes, New Sticker Packs, and More
WhatsApp has announced several new features for its app. Users can now share Live Photos on iOS and Motion Photos on Android via the app, complete with sound. Further, Meta AI can be used to generate chat themes. Similarly, background for video calls can be created using text prompts. WhatsApp has introduced new sticker packs, support for document ...
