WhatsApp said that the new audio message transcription feature will start rolling out globally over the coming weeks
Reportedly, Meta is integrating Google's reverse image search functionality into WhatsApp for Android
Meta stated that with Lists, WhatsApp users can create custom filters for searching chats related to work, family, and more
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
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
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 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
Meta Verified will now be available to all eligible small businesses in India using the WhatsApp Business app
Passkeys will use biometric data such as facial recognition and fingerprints and would be an alternative to the old password system
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
This feature, currently available in WhatsApp Android beta version 2.24.18.2, aims to enhance privacy and protect users against spam
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
Powered by PeLocal, DMRC's WhatsApp-based ticketing service is available across all lines operating in Delhi and National Capital Region (NCR) regions, including Gurugram Rapid Metro
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 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 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
Reportedly, Meta AI on WhatsApp will soon respond to questions related to images uploaded by the users. Moreover, the built-in chatbot will also edit them if requested
Reportedly, the AI-powered image generation capabilities have been identified in the latest beta version of WhatsApp for Android
In a redesigned status update section on beta version of WhatsApp for Android, it is possible to identify contact by profile pictures while previewing status update
Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a new option that will allow users to clear their unread message count whenever they open the app