The latest Android beta build reportedly paves the way for a WhatsApp Web update that would allow users to chat with their contacts without having a connected phone. This is similar to how the whole thing works on Telegram, which can also be enabled on multiple devices and even on the desktop.Īnd it looks like WhatsApp uses its rival’s idea as a way to improve the service, as the company wants to bring such capabilities to its web interface. In other words, WhatsApp can be active on more devices at the same time, even though theoretically, only one phone number is being used. Theoretically, with this new feature, WhatsApp would allow users to enable the messaging app on more than one device using just a phone number. As with all such advisory services, past results are never a guarantee of future results.We’ve known for a while that WhatsApp was planning to bring multi-device support to its service, and now it looks like the work in this regard advances fast.įirst of all, what’s the multi-device support and how does it work? EconoTimes expressly disclaims any liability for any lost principal or profits without limitation which may arise directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on such information. Any news, opinions, research, data, or other information contained within this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment or trading advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results and EconoTimes specifically advises clients and prospects to carefully review all claims and representations made by advisors, bloggers, money managers and system vendors before investing any funds or opening an account with any Brokerage. None of the blogs or other sources of information is to be considered as constituting a track record.
Clients and prospects are advised to carefully consider the opinions and analysis offered in the blogs or other information sources in the context of the client or prospect's individual analysis and decision making. It will allow them to open their WhatsApp profiles on up to four devices and continue using it even if their phone is disconnected from the internet.ĭisclaimer: EconoTimes provides references and links to selected blogs and other sources of economic and market information as an educational service to its clients and prospects and does not endorse the opinions or recommendations of the blogs or other sources of information. WhatsApp users who opt to join the beta program can also try its upcoming multi-device support.
The company has yet to address the release of the functionality in testing, so it is still unknown if it is planned to be released as a full version and if there is a mobile version in the works.
They can now have fun conversations with their contacts without needing to install a separate app to make personalized stickers.Īside from only being available on WhatsApp Web, the new feature seems to be live for beta users only. This should be a welcome change for people who are often using WhatsApp. Users can attach emojis to their selected image and readily available stickers to jazz up their creations. The new feature comes with some editing tools, including trim, add text, paint, crop & rotate, undo, and redo buttons. They will notice that WhatsApp has added a new “Create” button with the + symbol to start making a customized sticker.Įither way, WhatsApp Web users will be asked to select an image from their device that they want to use for their own sticker. Users can also click on the emoji icon beside the Attach button and open the Stickers tab.
Users can then click the Attach button (the paper clip icon) beside the “Type a message” bar and select Sticker. There are two ways to start creating a personalized sticker on WhatsApp. Upon checking, the sticker-making option appears available but only on the WhatsApp Web version. Well-known leaker Mukul Sharma, also popular as stufflistings, was one of the first to notice the new WhatsApp feature. But the new feature adds an option for them to use personal photos and other images as stickers.
Like other messaging apps and services, WhatsApp already has a large catalog of ready-made stickers that can be used for free and be directly sent to their friends and family. The messaging service now allows users to create their own stickers directly on WhatsApp. WhatsApp quietly released a new feature on WhatsApp that should help users better express themselves in their online conversations.