WhatsApp, part of Meta, is bringing its popular Channels feature to more than 150 countries. This means people from all over the world can join in on the fun and enjoy new features.
Mark Zuckerberg, introduced this expansion on his own WhatsApp channel. He’s excited about it and says, “I’m starting this channel to share Meta news and updates.” So, now you can get updates right from him.
When you follow channels, your personal information stays private. No one will know you’re following them. Your phone number is safe and sound.
Using emojis in chats is now a thing! You can react to messages with emojis, and you’ll see how many others felt the same way. It makes chatting more expressive.
WhatsApp helps you find interesting channels near you. It’s like having a personalized TV guide. When you share a channel’s update with friends, it will link back to the original channel.
If you’re in charge of a channel, good news! You can edit your messages even after you’ve sent them, up to 30 days later. And for regular group chats, you have a 15-minute window to fix things.
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WhatsApp is adding lots of new channels, including famous names like Olivia Rodrigo, David Guetta, Billboard, MLB, and, of course, Mark Zuckerberg himself. There are “thousands” of channels to explore, and WhatsApp even has its own channel for updates.
Remember Channels on Instagram? Now, WhatsApp has it too. It’s an easy way for people to share updates with many followers.
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WhatsApp has been experimenting with different features for groups. They made it easier for schools, clubs, and others to talk with Communities. Plus, they let you create groups without naming them, and the limit is six people.
In short, WhatsApp’s Channels are going global, making it more exciting and useful for everyone. It connects you with what you love and lets famous people and organizations share their updates with you. With channels in 150 countries, WhatsApp is making sure everyone can join in the fun.
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