WhatsApp has done some more work on its username feature which was spotted in development earlier this year. It's working on the ability to type usernames in the search bar to find users in the app.
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WhatsApp is testing a new shortcut button for its AI-powered chat feature. It is currently rolling out to some testers running WhatsApp beta for Android v2.23.24.26 available on Google Play.
WhatsApp's search messages by date feature might arrive on Android in the coming future. The feature is currently in development and it was spotted on WhatsApp beta Android v2.23.24.16 update.
WhatsApp beta for Windows 2.2342.6.0 has added the ability to text unknown phone numbers. The feature is currently available to a limited number of testers running the latest beta version of the app.
WhatsApp has launched a highly requested feature that allows users to add a second profile directly from within the app. Users will be able to switch between personal and work accounts on one device.
WhatsApp's updated user interface for Android has started rolling out to a limited number of beta testers. It's available in version 2.23.21.12 and newer from the Google Play Store.
WhatsApp users can upload videos at a higher resolution when sharing them with their friends. The company has started a wider rollout of HD video support on its apps for Android and iOS.
WhatsApp introduces screen sharing and landscape mode for immersive video calls, allowing users to share screens like in Microsoft Teams. The feature is now available worldwide following beta testing.
WhatsApp is testing a new feature on its messaging app that allows group participants to join a common voice chat. The feature is currently available on WhatsApp Beta for Android 2.23.16.19.
WhatsApp is rolling out support for instant video messages on its app. The feature allows users to send short video messages and will arrive on both Android and iOS devices in the coming weeks.
The instant messaging app WhatsApp now allows users to chat with unknown phone numbers from within the app. The functionality is available on versions of WhatsApp for both Android and iOS.
WhatsApp has announced a new feature that allows users to silence incoming calls from unknown contacts. The privacy feature is available on the stable versions of Whatsapp for Android and iOS.
Businesses can now use a new, cloud-powered API to build on top of WhatsApp to meet their custom needs. Meta has also revealed plans for a new premium service coming soon for companies.
WhatsApp users with the iOS beta app will now be able to send photos and videos that disappear once they have been viewed with the latest "view once" mode along with a redesigned in-app notification.