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WhatsApp upcoming features 2022: From message reactions to hiding last seen from specific contacts, here are top 7 features to enhance users experience

To enhance users’ experience, WhatsApp is rolling out the features which users always wanted it. Do you want to know what are these? Read it

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WhatsApp is one of those platforms that is used by all age groups. Meta-owned WhatsApp doesn’t fail to impress users with its updates and new features. The instant messaging app is working on several features to enhance users’ chatting experience. Recently, WABetaInfo, a WhatsApp feature tracker, claimed that the app is currently working on a new feature that will display a sender’s profile pic in the notification when an iOS user receives a message.

Apart from this, some of its features are already being tested in the app’s beta version. To enhance users’ experience, WhatsApp is rolling out the features which users always wanted it. Do you want to know what are these? Scroll down!

WhatsApp upcoming features 2022

  1. Profile photo to be shown in the notifications

The instant messaging platform is working on a feature that will display users’ profile photo in iOS system alerts when he/she receives a new message from friends or a group.

  1. Read later

WhatsApp may update the Archived Chats feature in the near future, allowing you to read them later. Once a chat has been moved to the read later area, users will no longer receive notifications for messages of that particular chat. There will also be a feature called ‘vacation mode,’ which will make ‘read later’ chats operate similarly to archived chats in the current stable version. Users can modify settings by clicking the edit button. Multiple chats can be unarchived at the same time on WhatsApp.

  1. WhatsApp logout

According to WaBetaInfo, WhatsApp is working on a new option called logout to replace the ‘Delete Account’ button. Users will be able to log out of their WhatsApp accounts from their phones, just like they can with Facebook and other social media apps. With the new logout option, users may be able to log in to their accounts from multiple devices at once. Both iOS and Android users are likely to receive the WhatsApp logout feature in the near future.

  1. Message Reactions

WhatsApp users will soon be able to reply to messages using photos, just like on Instagram and Facebook. WABetaInfo has revealed a preliminary glimpse of the feature.  Known as message reaction, the function allows users to respond to a message with a total of six emojis.

Message reactions are available in both solo and group chat threads. Users can also enable or disable message reaction notifications using the ‘Reaction Alerts’ option.

  1. Instagram reels on WhatsApp

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will let users view Instagram Reels directly from the messaging app. This is reportedly part of WhatsApp’s plan to interface with other Facebook-owned apps.

  1. Last-side hide from specific contacts

WhatsApp is also testing a much-needed feature that would allow users to exclude particular contacts from their ‘last seen’ status. Take note that WhatsApp already has a function that allows you to hide a user’s last seen from their contacts. However, one disadvantage of this feature is that users are unable to monitor the ‘last seen’ status of their contacts.

Thanks to the new last seen functionality, users can hide their last seen details from specific contacts they don’t want to view them, while still being able to check the ‘last seen’ status of everyone else in their contacts. The feature is already available in the app’s beta version, according to reports, and will be released soon.

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  1. No time limit for deleting sent messages

On WhatsApp, users can delete messages for up to 4,096 seconds (68 minutes and 16 seconds) after they’ve been sent. According to recent reports, the meta-owned app is currently testing a new feature in a beta version that will permanently remove this limitation.

With the new feature, users will be able to delete sent messages from any point in the past. There is currently no estimated release date for this feature.

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Samsung Galaxy M35: Design, colour revealed ahead of launch

The Galaxy M35 is expected to boast a substantial 6000mAh battery capacity, surpassing its counterpart, the Galaxy A35, which contains 5000mAh.

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A renowned tipster, Evan Blass, has provided enthusiasts with an early look at the design and colour choices of the Samsung Galaxy M35, ahead of its highly anticipated debut in the Indian market. The smartphone is set to arrive in three distinct colour variations – grey, light blue, and dark blue, which show striking similarities with the Galaxy A35, suggesting a possible rebranding strategy by Samsung.

The leaked image showcases the Galaxy M35 with a vertically aligned triple rear camera setup, positioned at the top left corner alongside an LED flash integrated into what appears to be a plastic back. The Galaxy M35 introduces a sleeker and more modern look with a hole punch selfie camera cutout, departing from the water drop style notch seen on its predecessor.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy M35 is expected to boast a substantial 6000mAh battery capacity, surpassing its counterpart, the Galaxy A35, which contains 5000mAh. This enhancement in battery power indicates Samsung’s commitment to delivering extended usage durations for its consumers. 

Moreover, specific specifications are yet to be confirmed by Samsung, but reports suggest that the Galaxy M35 could feature a 6.6-inch display and run on an Exynos 1380 chipset paired with 6 GB of RAM, ensuring seamless performance for users across various tasks and applications. 

Despite bearing a resemblance to the Galaxy A35, the leaked image also highlights subtle differences between the two models, notably in the design of the volume and power buttons, as well as the location of the SIM tray. Such nuances indicate the potential distinction in user experience and functionality between the two devices.

As excitement grows for the upcoming release of the Samsung Galaxy M35, fans and tech enthusiasts are eagerly waiting for more information from the company about the phone’s specifications, price, and when it will be available. Stay tuned for more updates in the days or weeks leading up to the official unveiling of the Galaxy M35.

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Netflix to remove downloads feature on Windows next month

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Netflix is reportedly planning to discontinue its Windows 10 and 11 app, replacing it with a progressive web app. The streaming giant might remove support for offline viewing. The upcoming application will get improved video streaming quality and offer access to live events.

The present version of the Netflix app for Windows 10 and Windows 11 enables users to download their favourite shows up to 1080p. Reportedly, a new support document on website reads that downloads will no longer be supported, but users can continue to watch TV shows and movies offline on a supported mobile device. Tech experts said that the aforesaid document means that downloads will be soon limited to mobile and tablets.

It is reported that the updated Netflix app for Windows will also support the ad-tier, which lets users watch content on the platform at a much lower price than the standard plans and includes commercial breaks in most TV shows and movies. In addition, some titles are also unenviable on this tier because of licensing issues.

Currently, the Netflix Windows software currently displays the notice that your plan does not support streaming on this device and is incompatible with the ad-supported plan. If an user want to want to watch TV series or movies offline, they will need to go back to mobile phones as the ad-supported tier, which is not available in India.

The new app’s availability and release date are yet unknown. Netflix has not made an official announcement regarding the launch date, and it claims that the users who have enabled Microsoft Store automatic updates will receive the update automatically when it becomes available for all the users globally.

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Happy Birthday Mark Zuckerberg: Social media users wish Facebook co-founder on his 40th birthday

Born on May 14, 1984, Zuckerberg has grown from a Harvard dropout into a billionaire philanthropist, owning many tech ventures over the years. He started Facebook in 2004 and took it public in 2012.

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Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder and CEO of Facebook (Meta), is celebrating his 40th birthday on May 14. Zuckerberg, one of the most influential figures in the tech industry, has had a major impact on how people connect and communicate with each other all over the world.

At 40, Zuckierberg continues to lead Facebook and its parent company, Meta, towards new technological frontiers. Born on May 14, 1984, Zuckerberg has grown from a Harvard dropout into a billionaire philanthropist, owning many tech ventures over the years. He started Facebook in 2004 and took it public in 2012.

In 2021 the social media platform changed its name to Meta to shift the company’s focus to the metaverse. Under his leadership, Facebook has grown into a global platform with over 2.8 billion active users. Apart from this, he has also expanded his influence through the Chan Zuckerberg initiative, which is run by Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan and focuses on philanthropy in health, education, and scientific research with an investment of 99% of the couple’s wealth over their lifetime.

There has been a rise in the net worth of Mark Zuckerberg over the last few years. According to Forbes, his net worth stands at $177 billion, which makes him the 4th richest man in the world. Since Facebook (now Meta) acquired WhatsApp in 2014 for $19 billion, Mark Zuckerberg’s net worth has grown significantly.

In 2014 his net worth was approximately $26.1billion, which now stands at around $177 billion, which reflects a substantial increase in the net worth due to Meta’s expanding business and strategic acquisitions over the year.

Before Zuckerberg turned 40, he gifted himself a brand-new superyacht, Launchpad in March 2024. According to reports, Zuckerberg purchased $59 million worth of waterfront property on Lake Tahoe in California in 2019. He spends his money on luxury vehicles and owns a Acura TSX, a Honda Fit, and a black Volkswagon Golf GTI.

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