The new, redesigned WhatsApp is what Android users always wanted
WhatsApp for Android rolled out its first major redesign; now resembles Apple's Messages with a cleaner, minimalist design, making it more appealing. [ more ]
The new, redesigned WhatsApp is what Android users always wanted
WhatsApp for Android rolled out its first major redesign; now resembles Apple's Messages with a cleaner, minimalist design, making it more appealing. [ more ]
End government by WhatsApp, urges former GCHQ head
The former head of GCHQ has called for an end to the government handling crises over WhatsApp, saying the platform might suit gossip and informal exchanges but is inappropriate for important decision-making.
WhatsApp now lets you share photos and videos in their original quality
WhatsApp is rolling out an update for iOS users that allows them to share photos and videos in their original quality with no compression.
The update treats media files as standard data files, rather than transforming them into chat window previews, allowing recipients to view the files in their original quality. [ more ]
WhatsApp group voice chats are 'less disruptive' than calls
WhatsApp now offers 'voice chats' as an option for group conversations, allowing users to join and leave the chat as they please.
Voice chats have call controls at the top of the chat, making it convenient to unmute, hang up, or message the group without leaving the conversation. [ more ]
Meta Provides AI Options to Help Brands Engage with Customers via DM
Businesses using Ads Manager can provide Meta with WhatsApp subscriber lists for AI-driven recipient suggestions based on desired outcomes, with potential extension to Messenger. [ more ]