WhatsApp is limiting the number of times users can forward a message in a group chat, a change designed to slow down the spread of misinformation on the platform.
WhatsApp limits message forwards to other groups to curb misinformation
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WhatsApp tests sharing media files up to 2GB in size, launches iOS 15 update
WhatsApp has now begun testing the ability to send media files up to 2GB in size. The new limited test arrives shortly after the Meta-owned service released an update that finally enabled full compatibility with Apple's new iOS 15 software.
How to pin X (Twitter) DM conversations to the top of your Inbox
Learn how to pin X (formerly called Twitter) conversations to the top of the inbox for quick and convenient access to chats of up to six important people.
You can now play audio messages on WhatsApp whilst chatting in another thread
The Meta-owned messaging service now lets you listen to WhatsApp voice messages and audio files outside of chats, improving your multitasking when using the app.
A new test lets you listen to WhatsApp voice messages while chatting in another thread
A new global voice message player for WhatsApp lets you listen to voice notes while in a different chat, boosting your multitasking game.
Have you encountered a weird Messages bug that won’t let you disable read receipts?
A bug in Apple's Messages app lets others see when you read their texts even with the option to send read receipts turned off on the device.
WhatsApp is testing displaying profile photos in notifications
WhatsApp notifications may soon display profile images of both senders and recipients alongside the text, according to a new test conducted by the app's owner Meta.
How to use emoji reactions on Telegram
Learn how to use Telegram emoji reactions to spice up your conversations with a red heart, fire, party popper, or other expressive emoticons.
WhatsApp will soon animate all heart emoticons, not just the red emoji
WhatsApp animates only the red heart emoji, but that could change soon. The Meta-owned messaging service is testing the same animation for all the WhatsApp heart emoji.
How to preview voice messages on WhatsApp before sending them
Learn how to preview a WhatsApp voice message so you can check whether your ramblings make sense before the message is sent.
WhatsApp privacy change limits who gets to see your “last seen” status by default
The WhatsApp last seen feature is now set to "My Contacts" by default, preventing strangers you haven't chatted with from seeing this information in the app.
WhatsApp rolls out disappearing messages with multiple durations to everyone
Meta-owned WhatsApp is rolling out disappearing messages with multiple durations for group and individual chats to everyone via the latest version of its iOS and Android app.