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News outlets report that WhatsApp is adding user-reserved usernames so people can chat without relying on phone numbers. Headlines emphasize how to reserve a preferred username now and that the rollout is beginning/expanding to more users and platforms.

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Key Takeaway WhatsApp usernames are being rolled out with reservation steps so you can pick a handle and reduce reliance on phone numbers.
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username reservations phone-number privacy platform rollout
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WhatsApp usernames are being rolled out with reservation steps so you can pick a handle and reduce reliance on phone numbers.

News outlets report that WhatsApp is adding user-reserved usernames so people can chat without relying on phone numbers. Headlines emphasize how to reserve a preferred username now and that the rollout is beginning/expanding to more users and platforms.

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  • ● Username reservations — WhatsApp username reservations are now open, here’s how to claim yours 9to5Mac

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Top 3 signals · WhatsApp usernames are being rolled out
BleepingComputer · 2h ago
WhatsApp rolls out usernames to help users hide their phone number
Neowin · 51m ago
WhatsApp is getting usernames, and you can reserve your preferred one now
The Verge · 2h ago
WhatsApp is launching usernames: here’s how to reserve yours

Broader WhatsApp coverage

Other WhatsApp activity — not part of the “WhatsApp usernames are being rolled out” story
Android Authority · 3h ago
WhatsApp is finally adding usernames
9to5Google · 3h ago
WhatsApp usernames launch ‘later this year’ – here’s how to get yours now
Tweakers · 3h ago
WhatsApp-gebruikers kunnen alvast een gebruikersnaam registreren

Briefing Findings · WhatsApp usernames are being rolled out

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feature Username reservations
privacy angle Helps hide phone numbers
platform named iPhone (channels search)
product framing Chat without phone numbers

What to Watch

  • Use the reservation instructions to claim your preferred WhatsApp username as openings expand. The Verge
  • Check for additional iPhone features tied to WhatsApp channels (search updates). 9to5Mac
  • Monitor rollout timing for usernames on platforms flagged as launching 'later this year.' 9to5Google

What Changed

  • WhatsApp is getting usernames, and you can reserve your preferred one now Neowin
  • WhatsApp rolls out usernames to help users hide their phone number BleepingComputer
  • WhatsApp is launching usernames: here’s how to reserve yours The Verge
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9to5Google · 1 article
Android Authority · 1 article
BleepingComputer · 1 article
Neowin · 1 article
The Verge · 1 article
Broader WhatsApp coverage · not part of the WhatsApp usernames are being rolled out story
Tweakers · 1 article

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9to5mac.com

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.

4d ago Marcus Mendes
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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.

10d 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.

3d 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.

6d 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.

8d ago Bill Toulas

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