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WhatsApp test the ability to edit sent messages

WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging app, has released a new beta version for Android – version 2.23.10.13. This latest update brings several new features and improvements to the app, including the ability to edit sent messages for some select users. The…

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WhatsApp launches new features for polls and captions

WhatsApp is bringing new features to those using polls and captions on its messaging platform. Three new updates for polls are now available for WhatsApp users, as well as a new option to share with captions. Three new changes have been added to the polls…

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WhatsApp rolls out new security features

Great news for WhatsApp users, as the company has just announced it has kicked off the rollout of some important security features meant to protect accounts. The new features will provide WhatsApp users with extra layers of privacy, as well as more control…

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Google adds “Send photos faster” option for RCS messaging

The feature description says, “Resolution is reduced for faster sending.” By toggling on this option, you are giving up your higher-resolution photo sharing via Rich Communication Services (RCS) in exchange for a quicker delivery of a lower-res image. Since…

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Update to Android’s WhatsApp Beta app makes it easier to use

WhatsApp is making a change to its UI as it is in the process of disseminating an update to the Beta version of its Android app. As per WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is moving its navigation tabs (the ones on the top of the Android app that include Communities, Chats,…

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WhatsApp’s upcoming update will help you combat unwanted spam

At this point, is it any wonder that WhatsApp is one of the first-choice IM (instant messaging) apps out there? It is available on both Android and iOS, it has end-to-end encryption for extra security and — most notably — it is constantly getting updated with…

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WhatsApp for Android is beta testing split view on tablets

The tablet version of WhatsApp now has access to a split view thanks to a new update that was just released. The update was made available for the Android beta app on the Play Store for those fortunate enough to make it into the beta program. News of this…

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WhatsApp adds new features to your status updates

Although an app with a very large and broad user base, WhatsApp can still leave a lot to be desired when it comes to its features. Competing apps such as Signal and Telegram have, for years, outshined the Meta-owned application in that respect; However,…

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SEC Searching for More Whatsapp Offenders

Last year, the SEC imposed fines worth billions of dollars for violations of record-keeping requirements in banks’ communications with their customers. It seems more firms are being targeted. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ordered some large…

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Whatsapp has new feature to undo send messages

For many phone owners, the person they message the most is themselves. No, it has nothing to do with egotistical behavior and has everything to do with using common sense. Sometimes when you need to jot down a note you’re caught without paper or a pen. While…

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WhatsApp might let you share voice notes as status updates

As you probably know, typing messages is old-school. Sending voice messages is the way to chat with your friends these days. It takes less time to compose such a message, and you can do it on the go, even while driving. In WhatsApp, you can send a recorded…

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WhatsApp’s newest feature helps users avoid internet shutdowns

WhatsApp starts the new year with a minor update introducing proxy support, a feature that should help some users avoid internet shutdowns. The new feature is available for WhatsApp users worldwide, regardless of their phone (iOS or Android). According to…