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WhatsApp to introduce status notifications feature soon: Here’s how it will work
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WhatsApp to introduce status notifications feature soon: Here’s how it will work

[ad_1] In the realm of messaging apps, WhatsApp consistently makes waves with its innovative features. Riding on the heels of news about WhatsApp's advancements in AI technology, the company is now set to elevate the status-viewing experience for users.The latest buzz surrounds WhatsApp's forthcoming feature on Android, aimed at providing users with notifications about status updates. According to reports from WABetaInfo, this feature is currently in development and is slated to be included in an upcoming version of WhatsApp. The functionality, still in its testing phase within the Android beta version "2.24.8.13," is not yet available for widespread testing. Also read: Android users may soon get to use iPhone's iMessage as Sunbird returns Improving User EngagementAlongside this, WhatsA...
WhatsApp update: Locked chats feature for all linked devices coming soon, improving privacy
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WhatsApp update: Locked chats feature for all linked devices coming soon, improving privacy

[ad_1] WhatsApp introduced the secret code for the chat lock feature back in November. However, the feature only worked on the primary devices, leaving your sensitive conversation exposed to the linked devices. Therefore, to improve the privacy of the features, WhatsApp is reported to be developing an update which will keep your conversations locked across all the linked devices. Additionally, the company may also introduce a new feature to status updates which will allow users to mention specific contacts on the updates. Know what's coming to WhatsApp in the coming weeks. WhatsApp locked chats privacy featureTo improve user privacy preferences, WhatsApp introduced the locked chat feature which kept the contact hidden behind a secret code. This added an extra layer of security to sensi...
New WhatsApp feature to allow sharing updates to Instagram! Know what’s coming
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New WhatsApp feature to allow sharing updates to Instagram! Know what’s coming

[ad_1] In the past few months, we have seen some drastic changes in WhatsApp in terms of bringing advanced features to its users. This year, Meta introduced channels, locked chats, screen-sharing video calls, email authentication, and more. Now, the company is working on a new WhatsApp feature which will enable users to share their status updates to Instagram. The feature is expected to work exactly like how we share stories on Facebook and Instagram at the same time. Know about the WhatsApp feature that Meta may roll out here.WhatsApp status to InstagramAccording to a WABetaInfo report, WhatsApp is developing a feature which will allow users to post their WhatsApp status to Instagram stories enabling them to share content across Meta platforms easily. This will be a major upgrade to Wh...
WhatsApp head announces possibility of ads in Status, Channels
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WhatsApp head announces possibility of ads in Status, Channels

[ad_1] WhatsApp has been testing a lot of new features lately that could make their way onto the platform. A few days ago, it was revealed that the instant messaging app was testing a feature that lets users create alternate profiles. Another report claims WhatsApp Channel may be developing or testing new voice messages and sticker features. All these features could add to the platform's efforts to enhance the user experience. However, all these efforts could go down the drain as a WhatsApp official recently announced that the platform could show ads in Status. Let us take a closer look.Ads in WhatsAppFor years, WhatsApp has been non-commital when asked about ads on its platform. But a recent interview by WhatsApp head Will Cathcart might have just revealed the platform's plans when it ...
iPhone user? Your WhatsApp status has just changed forever
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iPhone user? Your WhatsApp status has just changed forever

[ad_1] WhatsApp status for iPhone users is set to change forever! A fancy new feature is all set to be rolled out. The instant messaging app is launching a new feature that will let iPhone users share voice notes as a status update in addition to photos, videos, GIFs, and text. However, there is a limit of only 30 seconds to share a voice message on status. Here's how to post a Voice note on WhatsApp status through your iPhone.How to post a Voice note on WhatsApp status through iPhoneOpen WhatsApp on your iPhone.Now go to the ‘Status' tab which is located at the bottom of the screen.You will find a floating pencil-icon button next to the “My Status” option in the top right corner. Tap on it.To post a voice message, first, you will need to record it just like the way you do to send it i...
Bad photos on WhatsApp? No more! Check what’s happening
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Bad photos on WhatsApp? No more! Check what’s happening

[ad_1] Do you find it difficult to share images on WhatsApp while keeping their high quality intact? No? Well, your problem is about to end. Thanks to the upcoming feature, you will find that image compression, which is the reason for bad quality photos, by WhatsApp will be a thing of the past! WhatsApp's update tracker, WabetaInfo has revealed that instant messaging app is working on a new feature that will allow you to send photos in their original quality, preserving their resolution. This expected feature will undoubtedly be considered as a significant upgrade, enhancing the image-sending experience for WhatsApp users.Earlier, WabetaInfo shared that a new feature is under development which will provide an option to manage photo quality. However, "the feature is still in development...
Surprise! WhatsApp status revamped; you just got these new features
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Surprise! WhatsApp status revamped; you just got these new features

[ad_1] WhatsApp has added a bunch of new features to make your WhatsApp status so much more useful. The good part is that these updates have started rolling out globally and will be available to everyone in the coming weeks. Wondering what's coming to your WhatsApp status? Here's everything you need to know. New WhatsApp Status features1. Make your WhatsApp status more privateNot every update you share may be appropriate for all your contacts. WhatsApp is now providing you the option to adjust your privacy settings for each post so that you can decide who can see your updates. Your latest choice of audience will be saved and become the default setting for your future posts. 2. Now add voice statusWhatsApp is bringing a new feature that allows you to record and sha...
5 NEW WhatsApp Status Update features announced; Status rings, status reactions, more
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5 NEW WhatsApp Status Update features announced; Status rings, status reactions, more

[ad_1] On Tuesday, February 7, WhatsApp introduced a slew of new features for users. These new features are all around the ‘Status Update' functionality, which users can see on a separate tab in the app. These new features include a private audience selector, voice statuses, status reactions, status profile rings (similar to Instagram and Facebook) and link previews on statuses. WhatsApp has begun rolling out these features and if users have not received them already, they should in the coming days. Make sure to update your app in order to use them. Let us take a closer look at these new features.Announcing the update, WhatsApp said in its blog post, “Status is a popular way to share ephemeral updates with friends and close contacts on WhatsApp. They disappear in 24 hours and may inclu...
Chat Secretly! Now, HIDE your WhatsApp status online; here is how in simple steps
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Chat Secretly! Now, HIDE your WhatsApp status online; here is how in simple steps

[ad_1] You can hide your online status on WhatsApp. Know the simple steps here. Over the years, WhatsApp has become an essential daily go-to app to connect with your friends, family, and even colleagues. However, WhatsApp status online is visible to everyone and it is tough trying to secretly disappear. But you ca no it! So, if there are times when you want to have a secret conversation without letting other contacts know that you are online, there is a lot that you can do. The Meta-owned instant messaging app has put in place all the necessary features that makes it so useful. Earlier, WhatsApp had introduced the option to turn off the ‘Last Seen' feature. It has allowed users to hide from some contacts or everyone. And now, in the latest update, WhatsApp rolled out a new option that...
New WhatsApp Status feature rolled out; Now, view Facebook-like status from profile
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New WhatsApp Status feature rolled out; Now, view Facebook-like status from profile

[ad_1] WhatsApp has rolled out a new status feature that will let you view status from profile just like in Facebook. Meta owned instant messaging app WhatsApp has recently introduced a bunch of new features for iOS and one of them is a new status feature that will let users view status from profile. The feature is already available on Facebook and now Meta is bringing it to the messaging platform. As of now, you will have to click on a separate Status section to view the same. However, after the new feature will be rolled out, users will get to see the status symbol in the profile picture of others. It will appear as a circle in green or blue colour, just like it appears on Facebook or in Instagram stories. Further, the app is also bringing a new status reaction feature for iOS us...