Whatsapp In India

Meta reportedly offers rival AI chatbots limited free access to WhatsApp

Meta introduced a policy in January allowing only its Meta AI assistant on WhatsApp, before amending it in March and saying rivals could use the social messaging app for a fee

WhatsApp tests 'After Reading' timer for disappearing messages: What's new

Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a new 'After Reading' timer for disappearing messages, allowing chats to vanish after being opened instead of relying only on a fixed time-based expiry

WhatsApp rolls out 'Plus' subscription plan on Android, iOS: Check features

WhatsApp has started rolling out WhatsApp Plus to select users, adding custom themes, app icons, premium stickers, extra pinned chats, and personalised ringtone options

WhatsApp tests widget to show Status updates on Android home screen

WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new Android Home Screen widget that could let users view recent status updates and upload their own without opening the app

WhatsApp may adopt Apple's Liquid Glass UI for chats on iOS: What to expect

WhatsApp is testing a translucent 'Liquid Glass' chat interface for iPhone, aligning with Apple's iOS design language, though the feature remains in beta and is yet to roll out widely

US probe into WhatsApp encryption claims ends abruptly: What it found

A US probe into Meta's alleged access to WhatsApp messages ended abruptly after reportedly claiming the company could read users' encrypted chats

WhatsApp may introduce its own encrypted cloud backup option: What's it

WhatsApp may add its own encrypted cloud backup, letting users store chats on its servers with passkey-based security and reducing reliance on Google Drive and iCloud

WhatsApp bans 9.4K accounts in digital arrest scams since Jan 2026: Centre

A multi-pronged action involving telecom regulators, service providers, the RBI, tech giants and the CBI has been taken to tackle the rising menace of digital arrest scams, besides WhatsApp banning 9,400 accounts involved in such offences, the Centre has told the Supreme Court. The action was detailed by the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) which has filed a comprehensive status report in pursuance of the Supreme Court's directions of February 9 to curb rising cases of digital arrests in the country, according to sources. A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant, which had taken suo motu cognisance of online frauds, including digital arrests, had issued a slew of directions including asking the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), and others to jointly hold a meeting to come up with a framework for providing compensation in digital arrest cases. The fresh status report, filed through Attorney ...

WhatsApp will not work on these Android smartphones from September: Report

WhatsApp will stop working on older Android phones from September 2026, as it raises system requirements and adds new features, with users advised to back up chats or upgrade devices

WhatsApp Web to soon get chat themes with multiple colour options: Report

WhatsApp Web is reportedly testing chat themes with 49 colour options, letting users personalise chats with different colours, wallpapers and unique styles for each conversation

WhatsApp iOS update adds native CarPlay app for messaging, calls: Report

WhatsApp's latest iOS update brings a native CarPlay app, letting users message and call directly from their car dashboard with a simpler interface designed to reduce distractions while driving

WhatsApp is testing built-in noise cancellation for voice and video calls

WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new noise cancellation feature in beta that reduces background sounds during calls, aiming to improve voice clarity for users in noisy environments

DoT may push SIM binding deadline for WhatsApp, Telegram and more: Report

The government is reportedly giving messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Signal, and Telegram more time to comply with SIM binding rules after companies flagged technical challenges

WhatsApp is testing a dedicated CarPlay experience for iPhone users: Report

WhatsApp is reportedly testing a native CarPlay app for iPhone users, allowing access to chats, calls, and contacts through a simplified interface designed for safer use while driving

Tech Wrap March 27: WhatsApp update, Redmi 15A launched, Apple Mac Pro

WhatsApp releases new updates. Redmi 15A launched. Apple discontinues the Mac Pro. Google brings Gemini 3.1 Flash Live AI model. Gemini supports chat and memory imports. Siri in iOS 27

WhatsApp now lets you transfer chats between Android and iOS: How-to guide

WhatsApp now allows chat transfer between Android and iPhone, letting users move messages, media, and history across platforms without third-party apps

WhatsApp may soon let you send messages that disappear after being read

Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a new 'after reading' option for disappearing messages on Android, letting chats vanish shortly after being seen to give users more control over privacy

WhatsApp is working on automatic message translation on iPhones: Report

Reportedly, WhatsApp is working on an automatic message translation feature for 21 languages, letting users translate chats instantly while keeping messages private with on-device processing

WhatsApp adds new 'You' profile tab on iPhones, replaces Settings section

WhatsApp's update introduces a new "You" profile tab, replacing Settings and adding a profile icon for easier account access

WhatsApp's 'Guest' chats could soon let you message non-users: What is it

WhatsApp's Guest chats feature lets users reach non-WhatsApp users through secure links, enabling simple, temporary, end-to-end encrypted messaging without app installation