Users can soon chat on WhatsApp without revealing phone numbers
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is launching a new feature that will enable users to chat without disclosing their phone numbers. The new feature, designed to boost user privacy, will let WhatsApp users chat without having to share their phone numbers, adding an extra layer of confidentiality to the messaging experience.
WhatsApp to add double tap reactions for messages
WhatsApp is set to roll out a new feature allowing users to double-tap messages for quick reactions. This functionality, already a feature in Instagram DMs, is being introduced to WhatsApp as well. The double-tap message reactions feature is currently being tested on Android with the latest beta build. To access
WhatsApp introduces events feature for group chats
Last month, WhatsApp announced a new feature called Events for Communities, which will also be rolled out for regular group chats over the coming months. While a worldwide release date hasn’t been confirmed, some users have already accessed this feature on WhatsApp for Android’s beta version 2.24.14.9. According to WABetaInfo,
WhatsApp to allow calls without saving contacts
WhatsApp, the messaging app owned by Meta, is introducing a new in-app dialer feature, according to a report by WABetaInfo. This feature, available to some beta testers, allows users to place calls quickly via a floating action button located within the calls tab. The in-app dialer enables users to make
WhatsApp introduces three new video calling features
WhatsApp has just announced a set of exciting upgrades aimed at enriching the video calling experience for its users. These enhancements include the ability to now host video calls with up to 32 participants on all devices. A standout feature introduced is screen sharing with audio during WhatsApp video calls.
New Privacy Option Coming Soon to WhatsApp Status
Few years ago, WhatsApp introduced the Status feature, allowing users to share text, emojis, photos, and more with their contacts for 24 hours. Users had control over who could see their status updates through the Status Privacy setting. It allowed them to choose whether updates were visible to all contacts,