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People are focused on WhatsApp updates aimed at improving the iPad and iPhone experiences, including a new iPad design and iPhone search within Channels. A smaller thread also asks whether a FOSS/alternative WhatsApp client exists.

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Key Takeaway WhatsApp is rolling out user-facing changes on iPad and iPhone, while some users are also looking for open-source alternatives.
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WhatsApp is rolling out user-facing changes on iPad and iPhone, while some users are also looking for open-source alternatives.

People are focused on WhatsApp updates aimed at improving the iPad and iPhone experiences, including a new iPad design and iPhone search within Channels. A smaller thread also asks whether a FOSS/alternative WhatsApp client exists.

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9to5Mac · 2d ago
WhatsApp channels are finally getting search on iPhone
9to5Mac · 18h ago
WhatsApp beta brings Liquid Glass design to the iPad app, here’s what it looks like

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iPad update WhatsApp beta brings Liquid Glass design to the iPad app
iPhone update WhatsApp Channels are getting search on iPhone
source type Discussion also questions whether a FOSS/alternative WhatsApp client exists

What to Watch

  • See whether iPhone WhatsApp Channels search continues rolling out to more users. 9to5Mac
  • Watch for broader availability of the Liquid Glass iPad design beyond beta. 9to5Mac
  • Check for credible FOSS/alternative client candidates and community consensus before switching. Tildes

Recent signals

  • WhatsApp beta brings Liquid Glass design to the iPad app, here’s what it looks like 9to5Mac
  • WhatsApp channels are finally getting search on iPhone 9to5Mac
  • Does an alternative/FOSS version of the WhatsApp client exist? Tildes
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WhatsApp channels are finally getting search on iPhone - 9to5Mac

Nearly a year and a half after bringing channel update search to Android, WhatsApp is now rolling out the feature to iPhone users.

2d ago Marcus Mendes
9to5mac.com

WhatsApp beta brings Liquid Glass design to the iPad app - 9to5Mac

WhatsApp is now testing the updated look on iPad, while a separate version remains in development for Mac. Here are the details.

18h ago Marcus Mendes
9to5mac.com

WhatsApp tests new animated message bubbles on iPhone - 9to5Mac

The latest WhatsApp beta brings back message animations on iOS, this time with a setting that lets users turn them off.

8d ago Marcus Mendes
neowin.net

Meta announces a major leadership change at WhatsApp

Following a historic seven-year run that reshaped how billions connect daily, WhatsApp's top executive is stepping aside to make way for a new leader.

4d ago Pradeep Viswanathan
bleepingcomputer.com

WhatsApp phishing attack uses fake business docs to hack PCs

An ongoing malware campaign is targeting WhatsApp users in multiple countries with deceptive messages that push VBScript files, leading to remote system access.

6d ago Bill Toulas

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