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A viral WhatsApp trick turns GIFs into animated stickers. TECHBOOK tested how the method works on the iPhone.

WhatsApp Introduces AI-Powered Photo Extension WhatsApp has launched a new AI-powered feature that automatically extends photos beyond their original borders.

No WhatsApp account? No problem! With the new event feature, even non-users can open invitations and respond directly.

Group chats are a daily routine for many WhatsApp users. However, using them isn't always straightforward. That's about to change.

Hackers pose as IT support in Microsoft Teams: How the scam works and how companies can protect themselves.

WhatsApp Plans Practical Call Filter Feature to Give Users More Control

A fake version of WhatsApp is circulating in Google's App Store. It has already been downloaded more than half a million times.

WhatsApp Now Allows Video Calls Without an Account Guests can be invited via a link and join through a browser.

If you want to schedule messages on WhatsApp, you'll soon be able to do so. A beta test for Android is currently underway.

WhatsApp Gives Parents More Control Over Their Children's Usage New safety features aim to enhance security.

On the iPhone, it may soon be possible to run three WhatsApp accounts simultaneously. Initial indications come from the latest beta version.

Current System Requirements for WhatsApp on iOS and Android: Check if Your Device Is Still Supported

A WhatsApp vulnerability can allow access to photos on some Android smartphones, even when the device is locked.

WhatsApp is testing a feature that will remind users of unsent message drafts via a push notification.

WhatsApp enhances security against hackers and scammers with passkeys, more complex passwords, and additional alerts for unknown calls.

WhatsApp Link Previews Seem Harmless: Here's Why You Should Disable Them TECHBOOK explains why it's a good idea to turn off link previews on WhatsApp—and how to do it.

New features, such as the customizable emoji reaction bar, might soon only be available with a WhatsApp Plus subscription.

With improved surveys, an "@everyone" mention, and additional features, Meta is enhancing group chats on WhatsApp.

Numerous users report suddenly being locked out of WhatsApp. Meta has already issued a statement.

WhatsApp Introduces Voice and Video Calls, Plus Numerous New Features for Web Version of Messenger

WhatsApp is getting a major update and will soon function even more independently from smartphones.

WhatsApp backups have traditionally relied on iCloud or Google Drive storage. Now, the messaging service is developing its own solution.

WhatsApp is working on a new method for device linking. Passkeys could potentially complement the existing QR code in the future.

WhatsApp Introduces Usernames to Enhance Privacy, but India Calls for a Halt, Citing New Fraud Concerns

The FBI and CISA are warning about a new phishing scheme targeting messaging apps. Sharing your recovery key could put your account at risk.

Usernames are coming soon to WhatsApp. Users now have the opportunity to reserve their names in advance.

Criminals spread malware through hacked WhatsApp accounts—why even messages from friends can be dangerous.

Did your WhatsApp contact suddenly go silent? These six signs may indicate you've been blocked.

WhatsApp is developing a new Android widget that allows users to record and send voice messages directly from the home screen.