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WhatsApp working on new ‘filter group chats’ feature on Android
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Meta-owned WhatsApp is reportedly developing a "filter groups chat" feature for Android users. This feature will allow users to manage and prioritize their group conversations better by providing a dedicated filter for group chats, separate from individual chats. The "Personal" filter will be renamed "Contacts" to distinguish individual and group chats. The "Business" filter will be removed. This feature aims to simplify group chat management for users with multiple group conversations.
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WhatsApp now lets you search conversations by date on Android
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp has introduced a new "search by date" feature for individual and group chats on Android devices. The feature allows users to search for specific chats on a particular date rather than specifying a date range. This update follows WhatsApp's previous testing of chat filters and introduces new text formatting options such as bulleted and numbered lists, block quotes, and inline code for individual and group chats. The search by date function was already available on iOS, Mac desktop, and WhatsApp Web.
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WhatsApp is adding filters to easily find messages
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp has introduced new chat filters to make managing messages easier. Users can now access three types of filters - All, Unread, and Groups - to view specific messages. The "All" filter shows the unfiltered inbox, while the "Unread" filter helps users keep track of messages they haven't read. The "Groups" filter allows users to quickly scroll through all group chats, including subgroups within Communities. This feature is reminiscent of Gmail's filter bubbles, which were introduced last year. In addition to these filters, WhatsApp is reportedly working on more options such as "Contacts" and "Favorites" filters. The update will be rolled out gradually to all users over the coming weeks.
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WhatsApp Beta update boosts user experience with Favourite Chats Filter: Report
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature that will allow users to filter and organize their favorite chats for easier access. The feature is currently in development and being tested by beta testers. It will enable users to add contacts to a Favorites list and easily locate important chats. Additionally, WhatsApp has extended the duration of voice messages in Status updates from 30 seconds to one minute. These updates aim to enhance the user experience and provide more customization options.
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WhatsApp working on secret code feature for locked chats on Android
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp is beta testing a new secret code feature for locked chats on Android. This feature allows users to hide the entry point for locked chats, enhancing privacy and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive conversations. By entering a secret code in the search bar, users can access these chats instead of having them appear in the chat list. Additionally, WhatsApp has added a new option to hide IP addresses during calls, enhancing user privacy and preventing others from deducing their general location.
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WhatsApp rolls out a new Events feature for group chats
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp is introducing a new Event feature that allows users to organize meetings and gatherings within group chats. The feature was initially limited to Community Group chats but is now available in regular group chats as well. Users can create events by providing details such as name, description, date, location, and call information. Group members can accept or reject invitations, and creators can update event details. The feature ensures privacy, with only group participants having access to event information. WhatsApp may also add functionalities like event reminders and cover photos in the future. Additionally, Meta AI assistant is now available to users in India through WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger.
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Mark Zuckerberg demonstrates new WhatsApp Search feature: Know how it works
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows users to search for specific messages based on dates, streamlining the chat experience. The search-by-date feature is now available on various platforms, including Android, iOS, Mac, and WhatsApp Web. Users can also filter conversations by media type, making it easier to find specific confirmations or shared media. WhatsApp is also developing additional features like Chat Filters and Favorites, while a potential update for Android could enable users to set a default upload quality for media files.
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WhatsApp Beta introduces group mentions to simplify updates: How it works
Livemint
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8m ago
Medial
WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows users to mention entire group chats in their status updates. The feature, currently being rolled out to Android beta testers, simplifies communication within active groups by sending notifications and direct messages to all participants. Previously, users could only mention up to five contacts per status, but now they can mention entire groups, making communication quicker and more efficient. The update also removes the need for users to adjust privacy settings, ensuring that all group members can access the status update. Additionally, WhatsApp is introducing custom lists for easier inbox management.
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WhatsApp rolling out new voice chat feature with large groups
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp is introducing a new voice chat feature that allows users to connect with large groups in a less disruptive manner. With voice chats, users can talk live with group members while still messaging in the group. Notifications and in-chat bubbles will be sent to members to join the voice chat, and a banner at the bottom of the screen will display who has joined. The feature is limited to groups of 33 to 128 people and will be available on iOS and Android devices in the coming weeks.
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WhatsApp introduces Channels feature for beta testers on Android. All you need to know
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
WhatsApp is reportedly testing the ability to edit sent messages and working on a new feature called "channels." The channels feature allows users to receive updates on topics of interest and connect with unlimited followers in a private space. The edit sent messages feature is being tested for both individual and group chats, with a 15-minute editing window available. These features are currently being tested by selected beta testers and are expected to be available to all users soon.
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WhatsApp provides no cryptographic management for group messages
Arstechnica
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3m ago
Medial
A formal analysis of WhatsApp revealed a security weakness in its group messaging feature, wherein the app allows the server to add new members to a group without cryptographic verification. While WhatsApp notifies users when new members join, the absence of secure cryptographic management poses a risk, particularly for sensitive group chats. Researchers urge caution with WhatsApp for highly sensitive communications, suggesting Signal as a more secure alternative with cryptographic group management.
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