WhatsApp, (iOS – Android) one of the most popular messaging applications in the world, is always evolving to meet the needs and expectations of its billions of users.
Through September 2023, a series of updates and features have been released, making the communication experience even more effective.
1. Meta Avatars
With WhatsApp's recent integration with the Meta conglomerate, users can now create personalized avatars to represent their digital identity in conversations.
2. Short Video Messages
As with audio messages, it is now possible to send video messages as well, each lasting 60 seconds.
3. Edit Message Function
It is now possible to edit messages after sending, allowing quick corrections to avoid misunderstandings.
4. Sending Up to 100 Photos at a Time
You can now also share up to 100 photos in a single message, making sharing photo albums simpler.
5. Group Video Calls
The app now allows you to make group video calls, making virtual meetings more accessible and interactive.
4. Find Companies
The new Find Business feature makes it easy to search for local services and products directly on WhatsApp.
5. Photo Editor Update
The photo text editor has been improved with more font, color, and style options, allowing users to customize their images even further.
6. Temporary Chats
Disappearing chats allow messages to automatically disappear after a set period of time.
7. Save Self-Destructing Messages from Temporary Chats
Self-destructing messages from temporary chats can now be saved, ensuring that important information is not lost.
8. Create Communities
Users can create their own communities and invite members to share interests and discuss specific topics.
9. Camera Tool Update
The camera now has two built-in tabs, one for photos and one for videos, making it simple to capture and share media.
10. Subtitles when Sending Documents
You can now add captions when uploading documents, a feature much like captions when uploading photos.
11. Waiting Room
When joining a group, new members go through a waiting room, allowing administrators to control who enters the group.
12. Official Chat for Disclosure and Notices
WhatsApp has introduced an official chat to share news and announcements directly with users.
13. Video Thumbnail Mode on iOS Phones
iOS device users can now watch videos in a thumbnail view, making it easier to multitask while playing videos.
14. Extracting Text from Images on iOS Phones
A long-awaited update for iOS devices allows text to be extracted from images for easier searching and sharing.
15. Polls
Polls have been improved to allow single vote or multiple response options, making interaction more versatile.
16. Chats Protected by PIN or Biometrics
An extra layer of security has been added, allowing you to protect specific chats with a PIN or biometric authentication.
17. Multiple Devices Connected to a Single WhatsApp
Users can now connect up to four devices to a single WhatsApp account for added convenience.
18. Payments via the Application
WhatsApp has expanded its transfer functionality to include the option to pay for purchases directly through the app, making transactions more efficient.
19. Checking Logged-in Devices Record
Users can check and manage the devices connected to their account to ensure security.
20. Creating Stickers on iOS Phones
iOS device users can now create their own custom stickers to add a personal touch to conversations.
21. WhatsApp on Smartwatches
The WhatsApp app is now available on smartwatches with the Wear OS app, allowing for faster and more convenient communication.
22. Editing Captions in Forwarded Messages
With this new feature, the captions of forwarded messages can be edited or kept.
23. Channels
WhatsApp has introduced channels that allow users to subscribe to specific news feeds, similar to Telegram, however, this feature is not yet available in Brazil.
24. Audio Transcription
In a long-awaited update, audio transcription is being implemented, making it easier to read voice messages.
As WhatsApp continues to evolve, it remains at the forefront of digital communication. Updates and features through September 2023 reflect the platform’s commitment to providing an ever-improving user experience.
With so many improvements, WhatsApp continues to shape the future of online communication.