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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.

Meta has warned users after a fake WhatsApp app targeted around 200 people in a social engineering attack, tricking them into installing a malicious unofficial client.

WhatsApp’s new Meta AI tab brings chats, image generation, and smart tools into a single hub, turning AI into a core part of how the app works rather than just an add-on.

WhatsApp is rolling out a new “You” profile tab on iPhone, replacing the Settings section and making it easier to manage your account and privacy settings in one place.

WhatsApp is testing Guest Chats, a feature that lets users message people without WhatsApp accounts using a secure invite link and a temporary browser chat.

WhatsApp is rolling out preteen accounts that let children use the app under parental supervision, with restricted features and stronger privacy controls.

WhatsApp is testing scheduled messaging in its iOS beta, allowing users to send texts at a set time directly within chats.

WhatsApp has introduced a Group Message History feature that lets new members view past conversations after joining a group, making it easier to catch up on discussions and shared updates.

WhatsApp Web is finally adding voice and video calls. The feature is rolling out to beta users first, bringing secure one-on-one calling and screen sharing directly to the browser without a desktop app.

WhatsApp is rolling out Strict Account Settings, a new optional feature that applies its strongest privacy and security protections for users at higher risk of cyberattacks.

WhatsApp has introduced new group chat features like Member Tags, Text Stickers, and Event Reminders to make busy conversations clearer, more organized, and easier to manage.

WhatsApp Web may soon let users control voice and video call notifications from its settings, signaling a step closer to full web-based calling while maintaining end-to-end encryption.

WhatsApp is testing an AI image editor for Status on iOS that lets you enhance photos, add styles, and generate visual changes before posting. Early trials hint at a smarter, more creative Status experience coming soon.

WhatsApp is adding a Peripherals section lists devices like the Apple Watch that connect automatically without QR codes, improving visibility of linked hardware.

WhatsApp is testing a new Apple Watch app that lets users reply to chats, send emojis, and voice messages right from their wrist.