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
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
WhatsApp beta for Android adds manual night mode in native camera to enhance low-light photography with clearer, brighter images and improved exposure
WhatsApp's new beta update for Android lets users set custom message reminders to keep track of important chats and group conversations
Reportedly, WhatsApp on Windows is moving away from the native app foundation in favour of a web-based version, likely to streamline development process
WhatsApp tests AI-powered Quick Recap feature. iOS 26 public beta roll out likely this week. Vivo may bring OriginOS to India. DuckDuckGo to let users filter out AI images
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
WhatsApp for iPad does not function as a standalone app-instead, it works as a companion to the smartphone version, syncing chats and features
WhatsApp for iPad offers better optimisation for large displays, and supports Apple multitasking features such as Split View and Stage Manager
WhatsApp gets Voice Chat feature. Lava Launches Shark 5G. Anthropic Claude 4 AI models. Microsoft announces AI features for Windows 11. OPPO launches A5x 5G. Xiaomi announces Xring O1 chip
Previously limited to large groups, WhatsApp's Voice Chat feature is now available for all group sizes, offering a low-disruption alternative to group calls
WhatsApp's AI-powered feature, powered by Meta AI, to offer personalised, text-prompt-based wallpapers generation for chats in upcoming update
Currently, WhatsApp limits reactions to a default set of emojis - primarily recently used ones - but the upcoming update will unlock the full sticker collection for reactions