Fake news alert: No Government mandate for call recording or triple ticks on WhatsApp
Jul 18, 2023, 11:27 AM ISTFact Check: A WhatsApp message claims that the government will record users' phone calls. Let's investigate this claim.
Fact Check: A WhatsApp message claims that the government will record users' phone calls. Let's investigate this claim.
The Sanchar Saathi portal offers a crucial feature that allows users to block personal data stored on a lost or stolen smartphone, encompassing sensitive information such as net banking details, UPI IDs, and social media accounts like WhatsApp.
This new chat transfer feature eliminates the need for relying solely on cloud backups, providing a convenient way for users to move their WhatsApp chats between devices. It ensures that users can seamlessly switch to a new phone without the fear of losing their valuable conversations.
The latest report suggests that WhatsApp has been working on implementing an enhanced version of the avatar pack by introducing animated avatars.
The new feature adds an extra layer of security by ensuring that only the correct owner of the phone number can connect it to a WhatsApp account. This helps protect against unauthorised access and potential misuse of the app.
WhatsApp to enhance privacy by offering improved control over user information align with its commitment to providing a secure texting experience. The new feature aim to address concerns regarding the privacy and give users greater confidence in participating in communities.
It is worth noting that the actual number of affected users might have been higher than what was reported on Downdetector.com. This platform collects information from various sources, including reports submitted by users themselves. Therefore, the total impact of the outage could have been more sign
iOS users can now download the latest version of WhatsApp from the App Store to enjoy a new interface featuring translucent bars.
The sticker suggestion feature for WhatsApp iOS beta has been tested by a selected group of beta testers and it is expected to roll out soon for the iOS version users. It is further rumoured that the new feature which will be rolled out to Android users too.
The Law Commission has alerted people against falling prey to fraudulent WhatsApp messages and calls in its name over Uniform Civil Code issue.
The group suggestion feature is currently being developed and will be released to all users in future updates of WhatsApp, here's all you need to know about this new feature.
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature that allows users to send high-quality videos. This feature is available for those who have installed the latest update, WhatsApp beta for iOS version 23.13.0.76.
During May, WhatsApp received 3,912 grievance reports, including appeals for account unbanning, from Indian users. Out of these reports, 297 were actioned upon, meaning that WhatsApp took remedial action based on the reports.
At present, users have the option to transfer their chat history through unofficial third-party apps or by updating their backup on cloud services.
While this feature aims to preserve the dimensions of the video, there will still be a slight compression applied to maintain a balance. Consequently, sending videos in their original, uncompressed quality is not possible.
The decision to deprecate the Electron-based app from WhatsApp doesn't come as a complete surprise, as the company had been notifying users for more than four weeks through a countdown displayed on the app's main screen.
WhatsApp users on Windows will be able to enjoy seamless and immersive video calling experiences, fostering better connections and enabling collaboration across various contexts.
Mumbai Police has issued a red alert for Android users who downloaded the fake "WhatsApp Pink," warning of potential hacking and misuse of personal information. Users are advised to uninstall the app immediately and refrain from clicking on links from unknown sources.
WhatsApp Business app users, totaling over 200 million, can now create ads for Facebook and Instagram that leads directly to WhatsApp, even without having a Facebook account. Additionally, WhatsApp has introduced easier methods for businesses to connect and engage with their customers effectively.
The updated action sheets are being implemented when performing actions like muting, deleting, clearing, or exporting a conversation.
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