How to check if a phone number is on WhatsApp
A little known feature in Facebook’s WhatsApp software allows you to see if a particular phone number has been registered with the service before trying to message it.
Facebook promises a prompt fix for WhatsApp’s Face/Touch ID vulnerability
Face/Touch ID can lock WhatsApp but the security feature can be bypassed by accessing your chats via Share sheets. Facebook is aware of the bug and is working on a fix.
How to require Face ID or Touch ID to protect your private conversations on WhatsApp
You can optionally strengthen your security and increase the privacy of your conversations on WhatsApp by requiring Face ID or Touch ID to unlock the app.
NYT: Facebook to integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger chats
Facebook is planning to integrate chats from its messaging properties WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger in 2020.
MessageBubbles brings a new look and feel to your messaging notifications
If you do a lot of messaging, then MessageBubbles can put a fresh coat of paint over your incoming notification interface.
WhatsApp just launched stickers
In case you guys haven’t seen yet, WhatsApp just launched stickers. Our lives are complete now!
WhatsApp testing Dark Mode & previewing videos in push notifications
Hidden code strings uncovered by eagle-eyed readers have indicated that the WhatsApp messaging app is testing a darkened interface in its iPhone app, as well as previewing videos in notifications.
WhatsApp gains image and GIF previews in notifications, suspicious links feature & more
Facebook-owned WhatsApp is rolling out its notification extension support, as well as other improvements including Wallet support, a suspicious link feature and more.
WhatsApp rolls out group calling for voice and video with up to 4 participants simultaneously
WhatsApp users can now engage in group calls using voice and video with up to four people simultaneously, with end-to-end encryption and adaptive, reliable connections in different network conditions.
WhatsApp to gain full media previews in iOS notifications, including animated GIFs
While this upcoming new feature is currently in development, it should be enabled in one of the upcoming updates to the popular instant-messaging app.
WhatsApp gains inline Facebook and Instagram video playback, stickers coming soon
WhatsApp is rolling out video support for Facebook and Instagram content, in addition to some changes aimed at group administrators like the ability to revoke admin rights and select who can change a group’s subject, icon and description.
WhatsApp’s next update to bring account info download feature to all users globally
In the coming weeks, all WhatsApp users globally will be permitted to download their account info, including their profile photo and group names.