New Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool launched. WhatsApp tests cross-app messaging. GTA 6 delayed again. Realme GT 8 Pro launching Nov 20. iOS 26.2 beta. OnePlus 15. Spotify weekly recap
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
Meta will ban general-purpose AI chatbots from WhatsApp Business API starting January 15, 2026, forcing ChatGPT and others like Perplexity off the platform
Reportedly, WhatsApp plans to curb spam by limiting messages in unresponsive chats, encouraging two-way communication and improving the overall user experience
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
WhatsApp beta users can now reportedly link and verify their Facebook profiles, enabling cross-platform identity integration and improved privacy management options
Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a new Liquid Glass interface for iOS 26 with translucent visuals, depth effects, and smooth animations for a modern, cohesive user experience
Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a new feature that lets users reserve their preferred usernames early, ensuring fair access and preventing popular names from being claimed first
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
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
Reportedly, WhatsApp is introducing a unified call hub on iOS with shortcuts, call scheduling, and a dialer for faster, more organised communication
You can now share Live Photos (iOS) and Motion Photos (Android) on WhatsApp, turning short clips with sound and movement into vivid moments that you can experience with friends
WhatsApp has made it simpler to obtain Aadhaar. The govt of India has made it possible to download it via official MyGov Helpdesk chatbot, which streamlines and simplifies the process
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
WhatsApp beta for Android adds new status privacy chips, letting users quickly manage who sees their updates directly from the editor screen
Reportedly, WhatsApp's latest beta update for Android introduces threaded replies, making group chats clearer by grouping responses under the original message
Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing Apple's Liquid Glass design for iOS 26, bringing a translucent, fluid, and immersive interface to navigation, buttons, and menus
WhatsApp's 'Close Friends' feature will let users share status updates with a selected audience for more private and secure sharing, similar to Instagram
Delhi residents will soon be able to apply for essential documents such as marriage certificates, caste certificates, and driver's licences with only a few taps on WhatsApp messenger
WhatsApp is adding a voicemail-like feature, which will let users record and send a quick voice message when a call goes unanswered