WhatsApp: News & Discussions

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WhatsApp to delete chat history of those who do not backup to Google Drive

Google and Facebook, the parent company of WhatsApp, reached an agreement last August, which allowed WhatsApp users to store their chat on Google Drive without the data being counted against cloud storage. At the time of the announcement, WhatsApp warned that any backups that had not been updated in over a year would also be automatically removed from the Google Drive storage.

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How to backup your WhatsApp chats on Google Drive

 

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WhatsApp iOS beta brings UI improvements for group calls, video preview in push notification

WhatsApp appears to be rolling out some UI improvements and new features for group calls for iOS in beta. As reported by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp’s new 2.18.102.5 version of iOS beta brings new UI improvements for Group calls. It also includes a new way of viewing videos directly in the push notification for iPhone users.

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WhatsApp for iPhone gets new group calling button

Now consecutive voice messages on WhatsApp for iOS will play in sequence after this update.

Once a user updates WhatsApp for iPhone to latest version 2.18.110, they will find a new group calling button next to the name of the groups they’ve already formed. Also, it includes a New Group Call shortcut on the New Call screen.

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WhatsApp update brings PIP mode to the stable version for Android users

Back in October, WhatsApp introduced Picture-in-Picture (PIP) feature on Android beta app. The feature allows users to view videos inside WhatsApp in a pop-up/ floating window while you still continuing to navigate in the chat window. It supports videos from YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and others.

Now, after being in testing for months, the feature is finally making its way to stable Android users. The update is being rolled out via Play Store and is a part of WhatsApp version 2.18.280.

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Christmas 2018: Top WhatsApp Stickers apps to wish your family and friends this festive season

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If you use an Android smartphone, there are a number of WhatsApp stickerpacks that you can download from the Google Play Store. To begin with, simply open Play Store and search for “Christmas Stickers for WhatsApp” and you will find a number of options out there. Here’s a look at some of the top sticker packs.

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WhatsApp Web introduces Picture-in-Picture mode

WhatsApp has introduced the much-awaited picture-in-picture mode for its desktop version. The company has started rolling out the new update across the globe.
As per a report by WABetaInfo, the update will be rolled out in phases and users need to update the app to version 0.3.1846. Users can go to WhatsApp Web > Settings > Help to check for the latest version. If the new version is not showing up on the app, one should clear the cache of the browser.

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WhatsApp won't work on these phones after December 31; here's why

Starting with Nokia’s S40 series, WhatsApp will stop working on these old Nokia phones after December 31. However, the devices running Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread and older version will be ending WhatsApp support after February 1, 2020. It won’t impact many users as only 0.3 percent of the Androidsmartphones are running Android Gingerbread platform.

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Fingerprint Unlock, Dark Mode, and More, Here’s What You Can Expect From WhatsApp in 2019

There is a no denying fact that WhatsApp is the most popular instant messaging service around the globe. With over 1.5 billion monthly active users, the app has seen several improvements over the years. Yet there are so many features that are yet to arrive on the popular app.

We have compiled a list of features, confirmed and unconfirmed, that are expected to arrive on WhatsApp this year.

Dark Mode
Media Preview
Sticker Search
Consecutive Voice Messaging
Fingerprint Unlock

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Out of all these, the one i think is most important is dark mode!!
Man it it the need of the hour while using whatsapp at night even if i decrease brightness of my
Lenovo K8 Note to the lowest even then it causes strain!!

 

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WhatsApp beta for iOS now allows users to add stickers on media, reply privately and more

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WhatsApp has just rolled out a new update in the beta channel for iOS users. As part of this new update, the version number of the app is now 2.19.10.21 and it comes also with a number of new features. WhatsApp has also added a new feature which allows users to peek and check the status updates from other users in the Status section.

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WhatsApp revamps its audio files sharing section; adds preview for the files

According to the latest information, WhatsApp is currently reworking its audio sharing interface to improve the overall experience. As part of the redesign, the company is adding some new features while also increasing the number of audio files that a user can share with their contacts at once. The app will now show audio as well as image preview in the selection screen when a user is planning to share the file.

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WhatsApp bug found to be deleting old messages mysteriously: Report

Some of the WhatsApp users on Android have noticed that their old messages got deleted mysteriously. It is reported that the problem is only with Android app and messages disappearing pattern is quite random. Many users reported on Twitter that their old messages from 2015 got deleted, but some saw the same issue with messages from 2018.

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WhatsApp Beta version 2.19.9 for Android brings group call shortcut, bug fixes

The newest build of WhatsApp beta for Android, bearing model number 2.19.9, brings a dedicated video call button in group conversations. It can be used to quickly initiate video calls with multiple participants all at once, using a sliding tray that has the list of all group members. The information comes courtesy of a tweet by WABetaInfo, a Twitter account that tracks new features/changes introduced in beta versions of WhatsApp. The build also has a few bugfixes, including one related to GIFs.

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WhatsApp expands message forwarding limit globally, aims to fight fake news

WhatsApp announced that it is updating the forward limits for its users across the globe. According to the revised limits, any WhatsApp user can only forward a message to five contacts at any given time. This is a likely attempt to fight the problem of increasing fake news where people are sharing incorrect and false information with friends and family in their contact list.
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WhatsApp beta for Android brings shortcuts for photos, updated emoji layout and more

The latest beta update adds two new features – updated emoji layout and shortcut for photos. The options were already a part of iOS beta, and now they are being rolled out to Android beta app as well.

To begin with, WhatsApp Beta (version 2.19.18) brings photo shortcuts – show in chat, set as and rotate. There are times when you are looking at shared photos in individual or group chat, and want to share them with others, or just want to highlight where it was shared in the conversation, the “show in chat” option can come in handy.

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