Whatsapp Update
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Avoid these actions on WhatsApp, even unintentionally, as Meta bans 9.7 million accounts
Technology | Apr 02, 2025, 12:35 PM ISTIt's important to be careful, as even a small mistake can lead to your WhatsApp account being banned. Recently, Meta banned 9.7 million accounts for various violations.
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WhatsApp users can now add music to their status updates, similar to Instagram notes and posts
Technology | Mar 31, 2025, 12:07 PM ISTWhatsApp has rolled out a new feature to further enhance its Status update feature. The new feature will allow users to add music to their status from a library of more than a million songs.
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iPhone users can now set WhatsApp as default calling and messaging app: Here’s how
Technology | Mar 28, 2025, 06:12 PM ISTApple's latest update gives iPhone users more control over default apps, allowing them to customize their experience. Users can now choose WhatsApp for calls and messages, along with other alternatives for browsing, email, and more.
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Government takes strict action, bans over 780,000 SIMs, 83,000 WhatsApp accounts
Technology | Mar 25, 2025, 07:59 PM ISTGovernment efforts are focused on addressing the increasing cases of cyber fraud in the country, which are primarily carried out using fake SIM cards and identities.
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WhatsApp cracks down on fraud, bans over 99 lakh accounts in India
Technology | Mar 22, 2025, 01:42 PM ISTAs online fraud continues to rise, WhatsApp is constantly improving its security measures to protect users. The company urges users to remain cautious, report suspicious accounts, and avoid interacting with unknown or spam messages.
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DoT, WhatsApp collaborate to combat fraudulent calls and messages, launch new initiative
Technology | Mar 19, 2025, 12:53 PM ISTDoT and WhatsApp have launched a campaign to prevent scams. Through this initiative, people will be informed on how to avoid fake calls and messages, aiming to reduce incidents of cyber fraud and digital theft.
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How hackers take over WhatsApp accounts and smart tips to stop them
Technology | Mar 16, 2025, 07:15 PM ISTProtect your WhatsApp account by enabling two-factor authentication, avoiding suspicious calls or messages, and never sharing OTPs. If hacked, act quickly—alert your contacts, report to WhatsApp, and file a police complaint to prevent further misuse.
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How to make call on WhatsApp without saving the number: Here’s how
Technology | Mar 17, 2025, 02:41 PM ISTWith this new update, WhatsApp has made calling more efficient and convenient. Whether you need to make a quick business call or contact someone temporarily, there’s no need to save unnecessary numbers anymore.
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WhatsApp to let users control camera before answering video calls
Technology | Mar 14, 2025, 01:25 PM ISTWhile the feature is not yet available to all users, it is expected to roll out in a future WhatsApp update. This privacy-enhancing feature could be a game-changer, making WhatsApp safer and more secure for millions of users worldwide.
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WhatsApp to introduce AI-generated group profile pictures: Here’s how it works
Technology | Mar 08, 2025, 06:45 PM ISTWith AI-driven features becoming a core part of modern messaging apps, WhatsApp’s AI-powered group profile pictures could be a game-changer for users who want customized and visually appealing group icons.
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WhatsApp rolls out 5 new features for a fresh messaging experience: Details
Technology | Mar 07, 2025, 06:00 PM ISTWhatsApp’s latest update makes messaging more user-friendly and interactive. With chat customization, improved notifications, unread message counters, faster video playback, and AI integration, these new features offer a fresh and smarter experience.
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Maharastra to soon offer range of services on WhatsApp, including certificate access
Technology | Mar 05, 2025, 10:31 PM ISTThe Maharashtra government has initiated a new program to enhance public access to government schemes. They will launch an AI chatbot that allows citizens to download important certificates and obtain information about various government schemes.
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Is someone else using your WhatsApp? Here’s how to check and secure your account
Technology | Mar 04, 2025, 10:30 AM ISTAlthough WhatsApp comes with a lot of security layers, there are vulnerabilities which could hack and steal your data. Here are the ways to keep your app and data safe.
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WhatsApp down for thousands of users as people report message delivery issues
Technology | Feb 28, 2025, 10:47 PM ISTThousands of WhatsApp users across the world faced technical issues, leading to widespread disruption in messaging services. Many users turned to X to report the outage and discuss its impact. With nearly three billion users worldwide, WhatsApp is one of the most widely used messaging platforms.
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WhatsApp redesigned Call Menu for Chats and Groups: What’s new?
Technology | Feb 26, 2025, 11:39 AM ISTWhatsApp has separate voice and video call buttons, which can sometimes lead to unintentional calls. The new update will combine these options into a single menu, offering additional call-related tools.
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WhatsApp now classified as a ‘Very Large Platform’ under EU rules: What it means for users?
Technology | Feb 20, 2025, 01:07 PM ISTWhatsApp has been classified as a "Very Large Online Platform" (VLOP) under the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA)- this states that it will have to adhere to the regulations of the nation to curb illegal and harmful content.
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WhatsApp introduces chat themes features: Here’s how it works
Apps | Feb 15, 2025, 06:00 PM ISTYou can apply the same theme to all your chats, or make each one extra special with different themes.
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WhatsApp may soon let users add Instagram profile links: Check full details
Technology | Feb 15, 2025, 04:00 PM ISTOnce available, the feature will allow users to enter the link of their Instagram profile in the profile section of WhatsApp.
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WhatsApp to introduce new Creation tools for Status updates: Big changes coming soon
Technology | Feb 11, 2025, 05:22 PM ISTWhatsApp is working on new creation tools to offer more customization options to users. The new feature is under the testing phase and it is expected to be rolled out in a future update.
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Google Messages to support WhatsApp Video calls: Major update for Android users
Technology | Feb 10, 2025, 06:41 PM ISTGoogle Messages is set to introduce a feature which will enable WhatsApp video calls directly from the app, activating automatically when Google Meet is unavailable. It was spotted in the app’s code but is currently inactive, this update aims to simplify video calling for millions of Android users.