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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

Consumers get ₹7.14 cr refund in 2 months via consumer helpline support

National Consumer Helpline (NCH) has helped consumers in getting refund of Rs 7.14 crore in the last two months from retailers, including e-commerce players. In an official statement on Friday, the Department of Consumer Affairs highlighted that the NCH "facilitated refund of Rs 7.14 crore to consumers in last two months". With the assistance of the helpline, 15,426 consumer grievances related to refund claims were addressed. The grievances were related to 30 sectors. The NCH is a key initiative of the department and it plays a crucial pre-litigation role in resolving consumer grievances swiftly and amicably. The redressal of consumer grievances at the NCH-level reduces the burden on consumer commissions under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. Elaborating further, the department noted that the e-commerce sector contributed maximum 8,919 grievances. Hence, the refund was also the highest in this sector at Rs 3.69 crore. "The facilitation of Rs 7.14 crore in refunds between April

WhatsApp shifts to per-message billing for businesses from per-conversation

Previously, businesses were charged ₹0.78 for an entire 24-hour conversation window. Under the new system, each message is individually priced at ₹0.78

WhatsApp tests in-app document scanner on Android: What is it, how it works

WhatsApp is testing an in-app document scanner for Android users, allowing document capture and PDF conversion within the app itself. Beta rollout is now underway

Tech wrap June 26: Sony Bravia 5, WhatsApp AI summaries, ASUS Chromebook

Sony Bravia 5 mini LED TV launched. WhatsApp's AI summaries feature. ASUS Chromebook CX14 launched. OnePlus customer service in India. Vivo X Fold5 debut. Nothing Phone 3. OPPO Reno 14 series

WhatsApp rolls out AI-generated message summaries: What is it, how it works

WhatsApp now offers AI-generated summaries for unread chats using Private Processing, letting users quickly catch up while ensuring messages remain encrypted and no data leaves the device

Perplexity AI adds 'schedule task' option on WhatsApp chatbot: How it works

Perplexity AI's WhatsApp bot now allows users to schedule daily tasks like news updates and reminders using natural language. No extra apps needed, just save the contact and start chatting

Now, WhatsApp lets you generate chat wallpapers using Meta AI: How it works

WhatsApp now lets users create AI-generated wallpapers using Meta AI. Available via chat settings, the feature offers style-based prompts and unique visuals for individual or all conversations

WhatsApp is getting ads: Here’s what’s changing for you

After years of resisting ads, WhatsApp is changing. Meta has officially announced it will begin showing advertisements on the app. What does this mean for your messaging experience, how will ads work,

Wife's WhatsApp chats can be used as evidence in divorce: MP High Court

Citing right to fair trial, Madhya Pradesh High Court allows husband's use of wife's WhatsApp chats in divorce, even though chats were accessed without her consent

WhatsApp Status ads to help brands reach more audiences in smaller cities

Experts say WhatsApp ads will boost access to Tier II & III audiences, with cautious optimism on ROI and privacy concerns; D2C, BFSI and EdTech brands to benefit early

OpenAI brings image generation feature for all through ChatGPT on WhatsApp

The free image generation tool from ChatGPT is now available on WhatsApp in all regions where ChatGPT is supported, building on previous AI and memory features

WhatsApp to start showing ads to users in parts of messaging app

WhatsApp said Monday that users will start seeing ads in parts of the app, as owner Meta Platforms moves to cultivate a new revenue stream by tapping the billions of people that use the messaging service. Advertisements will be shown only in the app's Updates tab, which is used by as many as 1.5 billion people each day. However, they won't appear where personal chats are located, developers said. The personal messaging experience on WhatsApp isn't changing, and personal messages, calls and statuses are end-to-end encrypted and cannot be used to show ads, WhatsApp said in a blog post. It's a big change for the company, whose founders Jan Koum and Brian Acton vowed to keep the platform free of ads when they created it in 2009. Facebook purchased WhatsApp in 2014 and the pair left a few years later. Parent company Meta Platforms Inc. has long been trying to generate revenue from WhatsApp. WhatsApp said ads will be targeted to users based on information like their age, the country or

With ads and paid subscriptions, is WhatsApp Meta's next big bet?

Meta introduces ads and paid subscriptions in WhatsApp's Status and Channels, expanding monetisation while promising limited data sharing and strong privacy controls

Happy Father's Day 2025: How to send & download stickers, GIFs on WhatsApp?

Father's Day is observed every year on June 15. Make this day special for your father by sending heartfelt messages, stickers and GIFs through WhatsApp

Nearly 80% of Indian shoppers discover new products via social media: Meta

Influencers, Reels and messaging offers are increasingly shaping buying decisions, with Meta-owned platforms playing a key role in both online and offline retail purchases

WhatsApp releases new updates for Chats, Calls, Channel: Check what's new

WhatsApp adds animated emojis, sticker tools, photo polls, group mentions, and more to enhance overall experience across the app

Soon, WhatsApp will offer AI-powered summaries of unread messages: Details

WhatsApp is testing an AI-powered message summaries feature through Meta's Private Processing, offering summaries of unread group and personal messages

WhatsApp to roll out no-code AI chatbot builder: What is it, how it works

WhatsApp is testing an in-app tool to let users create AI chatbots with custom roles, traits, and avatars-no coding needed. The feature includes sharing options and is rolling out to beta users

World Environment Day 2025: Download HD images for WhatsApp & Facebook

Every year, World Environment Day 2025 is celebrated on June 5. Here are images to share on WhatsApp, Facebook and more