News & Reviews:   Whatsapp

WhatsApp is developing a theme customisation feature for the messaging app that will allow you to choose a wallpaper and five new colour options for chat bubbles. Interestingly, WABetaInfo discovered this feature in WhatsApp iOS beta version v24.11.10.70 and claims that similar changes will also appear on Android. That said, what should you know about it?

WhatsApp is addressing the problem of unread message pressure with a future update found in the beta version for Android. A major addition is the option to automatically delete the number of unread messages every time the application is opened. This could help you manage incoming messages more effectively.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today condemned Meta's action of removing news reports about Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim meeting with Hamas’ top leaders in Qatar on several local media platforms. Accordingly, the government has requested an explanation from Meta on the matter.

WhatsApp launched a new feature for iOS that will prevent users from taking screenshots of profile pictures. WABetaInfo shared an image which revealed a message on the screen informing you that taking profile picture screenshots has been disabled. That said, what should you know about it?

For WhatsApp, we've seen it slowly transform from a pure messaging app to a new social media platform in its own right. The developer has been working hard lately, with a new feature to pin more messages added earlier this week. Now, there's another new feature for Communities.

WhatsApp has improved its features to accommodate large group interactions, aiming to compete with platforms like Telegram and Discord. Recently, it increased the pin limit from one message to three for all users. That should address the issue of managing important messages in the middle of group conversations.

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is currently working on a new quality-of-life feature that would make adding and calling a new contact all the more convenient. Spotted on the latest WhatsApp bet for Android version, the feature is an in-app dialler.

WhatsApp is gearing up for an important update that focuses on enabling file sharing over local networks and adding a note-taking feature for contacts. While the ability to share files locally has been discussed before, a new screenshot from WhatsApp beta Android version 2.24.9.22 reveals the special details required for this feature. That said, what should you know about it?

If you frequently use WhatsApp, this news might surprise you. Recent leaks say the Meta messaging app could feature two new features soon. That said, what should you know about it?

Looks like things have gotten interesting in the tech industry lately. Today, Apple Inc. has removed WhatsApp and Threads apps from the App Store starting today in compliance with China's regulations. That said, what should you know about it?