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WhatsApp brings 'Draft' indicator for managing unfinished messages: Details

The new Draft indicator is rolling out globally on both Android and iOS versions of WhatsApp

Meta introduces 'Lists' feature on WhatsApp: What is it and how it works

Meta stated that with Lists, WhatsApp users can create custom filters for searching chats related to work, family, and more

WhatsApp makes it easier to add, manage contacts within app from any device

With a built-in contact manager, WhatsApp is rolling out a new way to save contacts exclusively within the app, independent of the smartphone's address book

Soon, Meta AI will remember details shared by users on WhatsApp: Report

Similar to OpenAI's memory feature for ChatGPT, Meta AI will soon remember specific details shared with the chatbot automatically and offer personalised answers based on the information

WhatsApp introduces likes, private mentions, and status resharing feature

WhatsApp will now allow users to like others' status updates and mention or tag other accounts in their own statuses. Those mentioned in a status will have the option to repost it to their own account

WhatsApp tests revamped typing indicator on Android beta: What to expect

Reportedly, the new typing indicator appears as a chat bubble in the conversation screen allowing users to see who is typing without distracting from the ongoing conversation

WhatsApp introduces filters and backgrounds for video calls: What's new

WhatsApp has introduced 10 new filters and 10 new backgrounds, allowing users to select or mix these options to create a unique look. The app has also added Touch Up and Low Light options

WhatsApp introduces advanced search by category to Channels: Know more

WhatsApp users can now browse seven categories to discover channels to follow. The update is being rolled out globally and will be available to all users in the coming days

WhatsApp to introduce chat bubble and background customisation with themes

WhatsApp is reportedly working on 11 chat themes for Android, offering different colours and wallpapers

WhatsApp launches Meta Verified badges for small businesses in India

Meta Verified will now be available to all eligible small businesses in India using the WhatsApp Business app

WhatsApp tests Passkey encryption for login, chat backup access on Android

Passkeys will use biometric data such as facial recognition and fingerprints and would be an alternative to the old password system

WhatsApp explores contact manual sync option for use with multiple accounts

Reportedly, the new WhatsApp feature will allow users to disable contact synchronisation for one account while keeping it enabled for another on the same device

WhatsApp explores 'mark all chats as read' option on Android app: Details

Although the option to mark all chats as read at once has been available on iOS for some time, WhatsApp has begun testing it on the Android app now

WhatsApp tests usernames in shift from phone numbers for privacy: Know more

This feature, currently available in WhatsApp Android beta version 2.24.18.2, aims to enhance privacy and protect users against spam

WhatsApp tests feature to block messages from unknown numbers: How it works

WhatsApp's block messages from unknown account feature aims to enhance user protection by blocking messages from unknown contacts that exceed a certain threshold

WhatsApp gets GIPHY's sticker collection, custom sticker maker, and more

Custom Sticker Maker tool on Android lets users create and edit their own stickers. Users can also ask Meta AI to generate a sticker from scratch which can be shared with others

WhatsApp explores Airdrop like offline sharing file option on iOS: Report

Reportedly, the latest beta version of WhatsApp on iOS shows the Nearby Share option, which lets users to share data across platform wirelessly and without internet connection

Soon, WhatsApp could let you sign in using username on web client: Details

The anticipated Username feature for WhatsApp will allow users to connect without exchanging contact numbers. The feature is reportedly in works and Meta has not yet confirmed its availability

WhatsApp working on automated text translation for new messages: Report

WhatsApp will reportedly support only a select number of languages for message translation when the feature launches. This includes English, Hindi, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Arabic

WhatsApp gets 'Favorites' filter for chats, calls: What is it, how it works

WhatsApp is rolling out the "Favorites" filter in graded manner, and it will arrive in coming weeks across platforms, including Android and iOS apps, web client, and desktop app