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WhatsApp explores subscription to unlock extra in-app features: Details

WhatsApp is reportedly working on an optional paid subscription that could bring extra customisation, productivity tools and convenience features, while keeping core messaging functions free

Tech Wrap Jan 21: OnePlus, BenQ gaming monitor, Netflix mobile app revamp

OnePlus India CEO dismisses claims of shut down. BenQ launched a new gaming monitor. Netflix plans mobile app revamp. WhatsApp iOS group chat history. Sony Bravia goes to TCL. Xbox cloud gaming

WhatsApp may let iPhone users share group chat history with new members

Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a new iOS feature that lets users share up to 100 recent group messages with newly added members, helping them catch up instantly

Soon, WhatsApp Web may support group calling for up to 32 users: Report

WhatsApp is reportedly testing group voice and video calling on its web client, with support for up to 32 participants, along with call links and scheduled calls

WhatsApp tests shorter disappearing message timers for web chats: Details

WhatsApp may add shorter disappearing message timers on WhatsApp Web, including 1-hour and 12-hour options, to make time-sensitive and private chats easier to manage.

WhatsApp rolls out member tags to simplify group roles: How it works

WhatsApp is rolling out member tags in group chats, letting users add a simple role label next to their name for clearer conversations

Now, WhatsApp translates messages from English to Hindi on Android and iOS

WhatsApp has introduced message translations, enabling users on instant messaging platform to translate messages in chats, groups, and channels from 6 languages on Android and over 19 languages on iOS

WhatsApp tests new features: New group alert options to Meta AI in chats

Reportedly, WhatsApp tests a mute option for '@everyone' mentions for Android users and adds an "Ask Meta AI" shortcut for iOS, giving users more control over group alerts and message queries

Tech Wrap Sept 15: iOS 26 release, OPPO F31 series launch, Snapchat update

iOS 26, iPadOS 26 releasing today. OPPO F31 series launched. Snapchat adds two new updates. WhatsApp privacy feature. Vivo Y31 series launched. Sony Xperia 10 VII launched.

Soon, WhatsApp will make it easier to manage who can see your status update

WhatsApp beta for Android adds new status privacy chips, letting users quickly manage who sees their updates directly from the editor screen

WhatsApp's threaded replies feature to bring order to your chats: Report

Reportedly, WhatsApp's latest beta update for Android introduces threaded replies, making group chats clearer by grouping responses under the original message

WhatsApp introduces unified call menu for business, groups on iOS: Report

Reportedly, the latest WhatsApp for iOS update streamlines calling by replacing separate buttons with one menu that organises voice, video, and scheduling options

WhatsApp to soon get voicemail-style feature for missed calls: How it works

WhatsApp is adding a voicemail-like feature, which will let users record and send a quick voice message when a call goes unanswered

WhatsApp: How to create polls in group chats on Android and iOS platforms

WhatsApp's polls feature can help you quickly gather votes and finalise plans without endless back-and-forth messages. Here's how to make them on mobile platforms

Tech Wrap Aug 6: Garmin Forerunner, WhatsApp's Safety Overview, One UI 8

Garmin Forerunner 970,570 smartwatches launched. WhatsApp gets 'Safety Overview'. Samsung expands One UI 8 beta. OpenAI releases gpt-oss open-weight AI models. Gemini's Storybook feature

WhatsApp's new 'Safety Overview' warns against group chat scams: What's new

WhatsApp's new Safety Overview feature alerts users when joining an unknown group chat and offers key details, allowing users to make an informed choice

Soon, WhatsApp will let users set reminders to revisit messages: What's new

WhatsApp's new beta update for Android lets users set custom message reminders to keep track of important chats and group conversations

'Quick Recap' will let WhatsApp users scan unread chats in seconds: Details

Reportedly, the Quick Recap tool will let WhatsApp users catch up on unread messages across multiple chats, while keeping privacy protected through Meta's Private Processing

Tech Wrap July 7: Lumio Arc projectors, HP AI Laptops, WhatsApp threads

Lumio Arc 5, Arc 7 home projectors launched. HP OmniBook 5 and 3 series AI laptops launched. WhatsApp tests threaded message feature. Samsung M9 AI smart monitor launched. Honor X9c launched

WhatsApp tests threaded message replies feature on Android, iOS: What is it

Reportedly, WhatsApp is working on a feature to group replies into message threads, aiming to make chats easier to follow especially in active group conversations