WhatsApp Features

WhatsApp revamps 'About' with timed, temporary status: Here's how it works

Reportedly, WhatsApp now lets you post short-term updates in recently renewed About section with timers, emojis, and chat bubbles, offering a new way to share your availability

Updated On: 02 Dec 2025 | 4:32 PM IST

WhatsApp brings back 'About' in a new form: What's different, how to set up

WhatsApp is reintroducing its classic About feature with a redesigned, Instagram-Notes-style text update that appears atop chats and gives users full control over who can see it

Updated On: 21 Nov 2025 | 12:21 PM IST

WhatsApp may show Facebook, Instagram usernames on unknown numbers search

WhatsApp is testing a feature that shows Meta-verified usernames when users search unknown numbers, aiming to make identifying unfamiliar contacts easier

Updated On: 17 Nov 2025 | 1:14 PM IST

WhatsApp tests new feature for clearing chats, media, more: What to expect

Reportedly, WhatsApp introduces an advanced chat-clearing feature that lets users delete specific media types or starred messages, giving more control over storage management

Updated On: 12 Nov 2025 | 5:32 PM IST

Tech Wrap Nov 11: Spotify on WhatsApp status, Fallout 4, Nano Banana 2

Spotify song sharing on WhatsApp status. Fallout 4 anniversary edition released. Google may release Nano Banana 2 soon. Samsung SmartThings works with Apple Siri. Google Play update

Updated On: 11 Nov 2025 | 8:03 PM IST

WhatsApp on Mac, web to soon get media hub for viewing shared files: Report

Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a redesigned media hub for its Mac and Web apps, allowing users to browse, search, and manage shared photos, videos, and documents more easily

Updated On: 10 Nov 2025 | 3:24 PM IST

WhatsApp to soon add strict security mode to protect you from cyber attacks

Reportedly, the upcoming feature will let users apply stronger privacy settings with a single tap, helping those at risk of hacking or phishing attacks stay safe online

Updated On: 10 Nov 2025 | 1:00 PM IST

WhatsApp tests third-party chat support for cross-app messaging: Report

Reportedly, WhatsApp beta for iOS adds third-party chat support, letting users message people from other supported apps directly within WhatsApp for cross-platform chats

Updated On: 07 Nov 2025 | 4:52 PM IST

WhatsApp's new Apple Watch app brings support for chats, voice notes, more

WhatsApp's new Apple Watch app lets users read messages, reply, send voice notes, and react to chats directly from their wrist while keeping chats secure

Updated On: 05 Nov 2025 | 10:49 AM IST

WhatsApp may soon let you customise chats with new themes on Apple Macs

Reportedly, WhatsApp is rolling out chat theme customisation to its Mac app, letting users personalise chats with 22 preset themes or 38 colour options for a unified experience

Updated On: 03 Nov 2025 | 12:15 PM IST

Soon, WhatsApp for Apple Watch will let you read chats, reply with emojis

Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing companion app for Apple Watch series that will let users read chats, reply and react to messages, though it will still depend on iPhone for connectivity

Updated On: 31 Oct 2025 | 10:30 AM IST

Soon, WhatsApp will add per-chat storage management to Android and iOS

WhatsApp is testing a new feature that lets users manage and delete media files directly from individual chat info screens, offering finer control over storage

Updated On: 28 Oct 2025 | 2:45 PM IST

WhatsApp explores sidebar menu on iPad and liquid glass design on iPhone

Reportedly, the upcoming WhatsApp update for iPad will introduce a new Mac-style sidebar, making navigation smoother, more balanced, and better suited for larger screens

Updated On: 13 Oct 2025 | 3:40 PM IST

Soon, WhatsApp will let you link your Facebook profile: How it works

WhatsApp beta users can now reportedly link and verify their Facebook profiles, enabling cross-platform identity integration and improved privacy management options

Updated On: 10 Oct 2025 | 4:58 PM IST

WhatsApp rolls out on-device 'Message Translations' feature on iOS: Report

The iOS rollout follows the feature debut on Android in September, enabling users on instant messaging platform to translate messages in chats, groups, and channels from 6 languages

Updated On: 07 Oct 2025 | 10:51 AM IST

Soon, you can quick-share WhatsApp Stories on Facebook, Instagram: Report

Reportedly, WhatsApp is experimenting with an Instagram-like Status redesign for iOS, adding quick-share buttons for Facebook and Instagram to make cross-platform posting faster and simpler

Updated On: 06 Oct 2025 | 11:02 AM IST

Soon, WhatsApp will support usernames: What is it, how to reserve, and more

Reportedly, WhatsApp will let people reserve usernames early, giving everyone a fair chance to pick names and stopping beta users from grabbing the popular ones first

Updated On: 03 Oct 2025 | 1:05 PM IST

Tech Wrap Oct 2: Gemini for Home, Opera Neon Agentic AI, Ghost of Yotei

Google revamps Home with Gemini AI. Opera Neon browser with AI agents launched. Ghost of Yotei on PS5. WhatsApp's unified call hub on iOS rolled out. Google Home Speaker, Nest devices launched

Updated On: 02 Oct 2025 | 9:18 PM IST

WhatsApp adds unified call hub on iOS with scheduling, dialer, more: Report

Reportedly, WhatsApp is introducing a unified call hub on iOS with shortcuts, call scheduling, and a dialer for faster, more organised communication

Updated On: 02 Oct 2025 | 3:25 PM IST

Tech Wrap Sept 30: WhatsApp update, CMF headphone Pro, Microsoft Agent

WhatsApp update. CMF Headphone Pro launched globally. Microsoft adds Agent Mode in 365 Copilot. Pixel 10 Pro Fold sale Oct 9. Facebook's new tools for creators introduced. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Sale

Updated On: 30 Sep 2025 | 8:03 PM IST