Category Archives: Messaging Apps

WhatsApp could finally let you mute those pesky group chats forever

Posted on July 29, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

One of the biggest annoyances with WhatsApp might be solved soon. Continue reading →

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We could be closer to getting multiple device support in WhatsApp

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

We might have more evidence for multiple device support coming to WhatsApp. Continue reading →

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Google’s Messages app gets reactions and a photo editor

Posted on July 22, 2020 by Jon Fingas

You’ll also have quicker access to voice messages and Duo video chats. Continue reading →

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From animated stickers to QR codes, here’s what’s new in WhatsApp

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

WhatsApp has announced a variety of new features heading to the service. Continue reading →

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WeChat appears to be spying on foreigners’ chats to fuel censorship algorithm

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Dave LeClair

In a study, researchers found that WeChat is looking in on chats from foreigners without disclosing that it’s doing so. Continue reading →

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Google Messages deleting your texts? Here are a few possible fixes

Posted on April 10, 2020 by Mitja Rutnik

Smartphone owners are reporting disappearing texts when using the Messages app. Here’s how you can get them back. Continue reading →

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WhatsApp’s Advanced Search feature is now rolling out to Android

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

Update: Advanced Search is now rolling out to the beta version of WhatsApp for Android. Continue reading →

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WhatsApp combats COVID-19 misinformation with more forward limits

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Hadlee Simons

WhatsApp is beefing up its arsenal of tools to fight misinformation. Continue reading →

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