WhatsApp introduces redesigned message menu for android users
- 12-Jun-2026
WhatsApp is set to introduce a redesigned message actions menu for Android users, delivering a cleaner and more intuitive chat experience that closely aligns with the app’s iPhone interface. The updated design replaces the previous workflow with a contextual menu that appears directly alongside a selected message. This allows WhatsApp users to access commonly used […]
Meta ordered to give rival AI chatbots free WhatsApp access
- 10-Jun-2026
Meta has been instructed by the European Commission to allow free access to WhatsApp for chatbots from competing AI providers during the ongoing antitrust investigation. The temporary measure, announced on Tuesday, aims to prevent significant and irreversible harm to competition in the AI assistant market. This marks only the second time in over 20 years […]
How to Secure Your WhatsApp Account Before You Lose Access
- 19-May-2026
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has urged citizens to ensure that the SIM cards linked to their WhatsApp accounts are properly registered and active, warning that failure to do so could render the popular messaging application entirely inaccessible. The telecom regulatory body reminded the public that maintaining a secure digital identity is a personal […]
WhatsApp tests After Reading timer for disappearing messages on iOS
- 16-May-2026
WhatsApp has always allowed users to send messages that disappear after a certain period. However, the timer starts as soon as you hit send, not when the recipient reads the message. This means a message could remain unread for hours and still disappear before anyone has a chance to see it. To address this issue, […]
WhatsApp introduces paid subscription plan with new customization features
- 10-May-2026
WhatsApp is preparing to roll out a new premium subscription plan called WhatsApp Plus, with the service now beginning to appear for a limited number of iOS users after its earlier Beta rollout on Android. The upcoming subscription is aimed at users looking for deeper personalisation options inside the app rather than essential messaging features. […]
Seven WhatsApp security tips that you must know to stay safe
- 30-Apr-2026
The Meta-owned messenger service thrives on its claim over enhanced encryption.
WhatsApp support to END for THESE smartphones
- 27-Apr-2026
WED DESK: Older Android smartphone holders will not have access to WhatsApp as Meta has announced plans to end support for outdated operating systems. The meta cites improving user security through ending access to older versions, while the new move will enhance privacy protections and ensure smoother app performance across supported devices. Android versions losing […]
WhatsApp tests new feature to automatically separate business chats and reduce spam
- 17-Apr-2026
WhatsApp is working on an innovative new feature for Android users that will automatically organize chat lists by separating business messages into a dedicated section. According to recent reports from WABetaInfo, this upcoming update aims to significantly reduce the daily clutter and spam often created by a heavy influx of promotional and corporate communications. The […]
WhatsApp hacked? Here’s how you can get your account back
- 14-Apr-2026
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued an advisory outlining steps for users to recover hacked WhatsApp accounts and strengthen their digital security. In its statement, the PTA urged users not to panic if their WhatsApp account is compromised and instead follow a set of simple recovery measures. According to the authority, affected users […]
WhatsApp Status updates could soon appear in the main chats tab
- 11-Apr-2026
The latest WhatsApp build available on TestFlight includes indications of an upcoming change that will integrate Status updates into the Chats tab. While WhatsApp Status has not been as prominent on the platform compared to Stories on other Meta products, the company is working to make this feature more central. Recently, WABetaInfo highlighted that the […]