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From latest stickers to NYE calling effects: WhatsApp adds new features - details | Mint

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Livemint · 8m ago

From latest stickers to NYE calling effects: WhatsApp adds new features - details | Mint

WhatsApp has introduced several temporary features to enhance user interactions during the holiday season and New Year celebrations. These updates include NYE Calling Effects, Animated Reactions, and a New Year sticker pack. The NYE Calling Effects offer themed backgrounds, filters, and effects for video calls, while Animated Reactions add a confetti animation to message reactions. The New Year sticker pack provides curated designs and avatar stickers for sharing greetings. These features are available globally for a limited time. Earlier this month, WhatsApp also launched updates to its audio and video calling capabilities, including the ability to choose specific participants in group calls and a broader selection of video call effects.

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New WhatsApp features rolled out in January 2025 for improved personalisation | Mint

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New WhatsApp features rolled out in January 2025 for improved personalisation | Mint

In January 2025, WhatsApp introduced several new personalisation features to enhance user experience. Key updates include Photo Stickers for creating stickers from photos, Background Effects similar to Instagram filters, AI Studio powered by Meta AI for creating AI personas, a Built-in Dial Pad for iPhone users, and a Double Tap to React feature for easily reacting to messages. These additions aim to make interactions more engaging and convenient for users.

Weekly Tech Recap: OpenAI unveils o3 and o3 mini model, Amazon cracks down on password sharing and more | Mint

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Weekly Tech Recap: OpenAI unveils o3 and o3 mini model, Amazon cracks down on password sharing and more | Mint

OpenAI has unveiled its o3 and o3-mini language models, claiming that o3 approaches AGI in some areas. Amazon Prime Video plans to crack down on password sharing in India, allowing members to log in to a maximum of 5 devices, including up to two TVs, starting from 2025. Apple's rumored iPhone SE 4 may be rebranded as the iPhone 16e, launching in March 2025 with notable upgrades. WhatsApp has released limited-time features to enhance user interactions during the holiday season, including NYE Calling Effects and Animated Reactions. Google is cutting 10% of its managerial roles, including directors and Vice Presidents.

Step-by-step guide to adding WhatsApp’s happy new year 2025 stickers | Mint

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Livemint · 8m ago

Step-by-step guide to adding WhatsApp’s happy new year 2025 stickers | Mint

WhatsApp has introduced a "Happy New Year" sticker pack for 2025, featuring 10 festive stickers. Users can easily download the pack across various platforms, including WhatsApp Web, Android, iOS, Windows, and Mac. To add the stickers, click a provided link, then tap "Add to my stickers." Users can access the stickers in chats under the "Stickers" section. Additional New Year-themed sticker packs are available on the Google Play Store for further customization.

WhatsApp update introduces 4 new features for audio and video calls

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Livemint · 8m ago

WhatsApp update introduces 4 new features for audio and video calls

WhatsApp has introduced several new audio and video calling features for mobile and desktop users. These include the ability to select specific participants when starting a group call, a wider range of video call effects, and improved video call resolution for clearer picture quality. Additionally, desktop users now have an improved calling experience with easier access to call features. WhatsApp has also recently introduced Typing Indicators, displaying a visual cue when someone is typing a message in real-time.

WhatsApp plans to roll out chat privacy features, stickers, enhanced calling, among others

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Economic Times · 4m ago

WhatsApp plans to roll out chat privacy features, stickers, enhanced calling, among others

WhatsApp is introducing new features including stickers for status updates, advanced chat privacy options, and improved group chat activity tracking. Users can now add stickers to status updates and control media saving and chat exportation with new privacy settings. Scheduled messaging for MetaAI enhances task management within chats. AI-generated prompts aim to make conversations more dynamic. New voice and video call features include muting from notifications, disabling video prior to acceptance, and emoji reactions.

How to install the latest WhatsApp - Step-by-step guide for Android and iPhone users | Mint

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Livemint · 8m ago

How to install the latest WhatsApp - Step-by-step guide for Android and iPhone users | Mint

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is a widely-used messaging app in India. Aside from personal use, it has expanded its features for business purposes. With its AI integration, WhatsApp Business, and other advanced features, it has become more versatile and useful. To enjoy all the latest updates and features, users need to keep their WhatsApp app updated. For Android users, simply open the Google Play Store, go to "My apps & games," find WhatsApp, and click "Update." iPhone users can go to the Apple App Store, locate WhatsApp in the updates tab, and click "Update."

Meta could unveil Creative Image-to-Sticker feature in latest WhatsApp updates

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Livemint · 1y ago

Meta could unveil Creative Image-to-Sticker feature in latest WhatsApp updates

WhatsApp is testing a new feature that will allow users to convert their images into stickers. The beta version for Android 2.24.6.8 includes settings that give users control over who can use their avatars in stickers. This gives users more control over the use of their personal images, enhancing privacy and security. Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, is also exploring the possibility of integrating messages from third-party instant messaging services into WhatsApp, signaling a move towards increased interoperability. Meanwhile, WhatsApp is developing a chat interoperability feature to comply with Europe's Digital Markets Act regulations.

WhatsApp getting AI assistants for small companies to customise ads

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Economic Times · 11m ago

WhatsApp getting AI assistants for small companies to customise ads

WhatsApp is set to introduce voice calling for businesses, as well as integration with GenAI and click-to-WhatsApp ads. These new features are expected to fuel the platform's growth in India, according to Nikhila Srinivasan, VP Product Management at Meta. The calling functionality aims to shift the telephony channel from IVR telephony to WhatsApp, allowing users to make outbound calls to customer service agents during active chats. Additionally, Meta plans to extend the capabilities of its AI model Llama to support AI agents and AI assistants for customer engagement and personalized ad creatives.

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (December 13, 2024)

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YourStory · 8m ago

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (December 13, 2024)

Holani Venture Capital Fund achieved a record net asset value of Rs.157.62 per unit as of November 30, 2024. The fund focuses on investing in SMEs and has diversified its portfolio through anchor investments, early-stage investments, and participation in IPOs. Circle of Games, a multi-gaming app backed by Nazara, was launched in the MENA region. The app offers popular casual games and aims to expand its offerings. WhatsApp introduced new calling features that allow users to select call participants from group chats and choose from video call effects. Heartnet India appointed Indranil Das as Senior Advisor - Technology, and Bold Care secured the second position in Blinkit's 2024 Sexual Wellness Report. Anphonic expanded its presence in India with 25 new brand partnerships.

WhatsApp implements ‘Passkey’ for secure iOS authentication: How it works

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Livemint · 1y ago

WhatsApp implements ‘Passkey’ for secure iOS authentication: How it works

WhatsApp is introducing passkey support for iOS users as part of its latest update. This authentication method allows users to log in using Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode. The passkey is a secure alternative to traditional login methods and uses public key cryptography to match two sets of keys for authentication. Android users already have access to a similar passwordless login feature. The new passkey feature adds an extra layer of security to WhatsApp accounts on iOS devices.

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