Tag: Whatsapp

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is introducing a feature that enables users to manage two accounts on one phone, simplifying switching between personal and work profiles.

Currently only available to Android and iOS users running the beta version of the app, the feature can be accessed by tapping the "1" icon that appears to the right of the voice note waveform when recording, reports WABetaInfo.

UGC Chairman Prof M. Jagadesh Kumar told IANS that the launch of the UGC India WhatsApp Channel is a significant step towards fostering a more inclusive and informed higher education landscape.

According to WABetaInfo, the company is developing a calendar button which will allow users to open a date picker panel to make it easier for users to search for a message shared on a specific date.

With this new 'protect IP address in calls' feature, users will get to add an extra layer of security to their calls by protecting their IP address and location from malicious actors, reports WABetaInfo.

According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is creating a new page that will let users create a secret code for their locked chats.

WhatsApp's new "Channels" feature allows one-way communication, preserving privacy. The latest beta version introduces a "reply bar" for quicker image and video responses, enhancing user experience.

According to WABetaInfo, the change will also apply to verified businesses. 

Toggle this feature if you are a community administrator by opening the community settings screen. The default setting allows only community administrators to add members directly, reports WABetaInfo.

The company partnered with online payment solutions provider PayU and Bengaluru-based Razorpay to add support for payments via credit and debit cards, net banking and all UPI apps in India.

Google expands AI tools with Bard Extensions in English. Users can verify answers, collaborate across platforms, and explore AI in various products, including a cancer-detection ARM prototype.

WhatsApp for iPad is currently under testing which can now be installed via the TestFlight app for all beta testers who can already use the beta app on their mobile devices, reports WABetaInfo.

WhatsApp's beta update allows group calls with up to 31 participants, improving from the previous limit of 15. The feature is gradually rolling out to users.

WhatsApp Channels are a one-way broadcast tool and deliver a private way to receive updates from people and organisations that matter to users, within WhatsApp.

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is developing chat filters for group chats. Recent updates include chat locking and transfers. Other features in progress: email verification and hiding IP addresses during calls.