WhatsApp gets full native CarPlay support

Source: Meta

Meta-owned messaging app WhatsApp was updated to add expanded support for Apple CarPlay. While it was previously integrated with auto-based software, the app now has access to the full native interface. You can access your recent chats, call history, and your favourite contacts. It's also easier to send messages via dictation or make calls.

To get access to the updated app, make sure you have the latest version of WhatsApp on your phone before connecting it to your CarPlay-compatible vehicle.

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WhatsApp comes to select Garmin smartwatches

Source: Garmin

Sleeping Pokémon aren't just the latest additions to Garmin smartwatches. The latest app supported on select wearables is Meta's WhatsApp. You can now quickly reply to chats by typing on a tiny keyboard, which supports emojis, on your smartwatch's screen or by using canned messages. However, there is no voice note support or the option to transcribe spoken audio to text.

According to Forbes, the app can show you your 10 most recent chats or group chats. It is also only supported on more recent Garmin devices. If your watch is supported, the app is available for download on the Garmin Connect IQ app store.

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Expect to see more ads on WhatsApp

Source: Meta

WhatsApp is rolling out new ad features internationally, so if you find yourself seeing more ads than usual, that's why. The Meta-owned platform assures that you will not see them in the same place as your private chats, and your messages will not be used to dictate what ads will be shown, as your messages are encrypted.

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WhatsApp tests "Logout" feature that won't delete your data

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WhatsApp is running an internal test in its app that gives you options for how to sign out of your account and whether it will save your data and preferences or not.

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