iGeeksBlog

WhatsApp is developing animated chat wallpapers for iPhone, along with coordinated bubble colors and new Featured, Doodle, and Minimal themes.

WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that lets iPhone users change microphone modes without leaving an active call. First spotted by WABetaInfo, the update is rolling out gradually, so it may not be available to everyone immediately. Previously, changing…

WhatsApp is testing its own cloud storage service for iPhone chat backups, offering an alternative to iCloud with end-to-end encrypted backups.

WhatsApp is developing birthday notifications for Android, allowing users to receive in-app reminders when their contacts celebrate a birthday.

WhatsApp's new green dot shows when contacts are online on iPhone, but the feature is still limited to some beta testers and may change before release.

WhatsApp has started rolling out username reservations ahead of username-based messaging, allowing users to secure a unique username before the feature launches globally.

WhatsApp is testing the return of message animations on iPhone, along with a new setting that lets users enable or disable the visual effect whenever they want.

WhatsApp may bring View Once to text messages on iPhone, but the feature is still under development and not available to beta testers yet.

WhatsApp is testing group voice and video calls on WhatsApp Web, allowing up to 32 participants, screen sharing, call links, and end-to-end encrypted conversations directly from a browser.

WhatsApp is rolling out FIFA World Cup 2026-themed features, including new stickers, calling effects, enhanced Channels, and Meta AI tools to help fans follow the tournament directly within the app.

WhatsApp for Mac could soon adopt Apple’s Liquid Glass design language, bringing translucent effects and a more modern macOS-inspired interface to the messaging app.

WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature that lets users upload PDFs, spreadsheets, and other documents directly to Meta AI for analysis and questions inside chats.

WhatsApp is testing a new disappearing messages option that deletes chats after they’re read, giving users more control over privacy and message clutter.

WhatsApp is removing its avatar feature across iOS and Android, with the phased rollout now reaching more users as the feature nears its end.

WhatsApp may soon let you back up chats without Google Drive, as it tests its own cloud storage with flexible pricing options.

WhatsApp is testing a new AI-powered feature that summarizes unread messages across multiple chats in one place, making it easier to catch up without opening each conversation individually.

WhatsApp is testing a paid “WhatsApp Plus” tier with themes, stickers, and extra chat features, starting at around $2.99/month.

WhatsApp is testing a new way to surface Status updates by bringing them into the Chats tab. The feature could make Status more visible without changing how it works.

WhatsApp’s new native CarPlay app brings messages, calls, and contacts directly to your car’s dashboard, offering a safer and more convenient way to stay connected while driving.

WhatsApp is working on paid channel subscriptions, letting creators offer exclusive content while keeping regular updates free.

WhatsApp is testing channel replies on iOS, making updates easier to follow with clearer, contextual conversations.