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Mint
a day ago
- Mint
New WhatsApp feature may let iPhone users switch between multiple accounts: Details
WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature for its iOS app that would allow users to handle multiple accounts on a single device more efficiently. The update, which is still in the development phase, could offer a dedicated section within the app's settings to switch between accounts without the need to log out or restart the application. According to a report by WABetaInfo, the feature was spotted in the beta version 25.19.10.74 of WhatsApp for iOS. It suggests the introduction of an 'Account List' page, essentially a central hub where all signed-in accounts will be displayed. From here, users would be able to view profile photos, statuses, and manage individual account settings, including adding or removing accounts. Once a specific account is selected, WhatsApp is expected to load the corresponding chat history, settings, and preferences unique to that account. This includes features like auto-download configurations, notification sounds, and backup options. Notably, the process would not require users to log out or restart the app, streamlining account management significantly. Alongside multi-account support, WhatsApp is also believed to be developing a new notification system tailored for users juggling more than one account. Notifications from secondary accounts will reportedly include both the sender's name and the relevant account name, allowing users to identify and respond more efficiently. Tapping on such a notification is expected to automatically switch to the corresponding account and open the chat directly. Despite being in active development, the feature is not yet available to beta testers via Apple's TestFlight programme. There is currently no official word on when the multi-account functionality will be rolled out to the public. If introduced, this could mark a notable expansion of WhatsApp's capabilities on iOS, bringing it closer in line with features already available on Android, and providing greater convenience for users who maintain separate personal and professional accounts.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
SpaceX Starship rocket explodes in setback to Musk's Mars mission
(Reuters) -SpaceX's massive Starship spacecraft exploded into a dramatic fireball during testing in Texas late on Wednesday, the latest in a series of setbacks for billionaire Elon Musk's Mars rocket program. The explosion occurred around 11 p.m. local time while Starship was on a test stand at its Brownsville, Texas Starbase while preparing for the tenth test flight, SpaceX said in a post on Musk's social-media platform X. The company attributed it to a "major anomaly,' and said all personnel were safe. 'Preliminary data suggests that a nitrogen COPV in the payload bay failed below its proof pressure,' Musk said in a post on X, in a reference to a nitrogen gas storage unit known as a Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessel. 'If further investigation confirms that this is what happened, it is the first time ever for this design,' he continued. SpaceX didn't immediately respond to a request for further comment.
Gulf Insider
05-06-2025
- Gulf Insider
WhatsApp To Introduce Usernames? Here's What You Need To Know
Soon, you may no longer need to give out your phone number to chat on WhatsApp. WhatsApp is working on a long-anticipated feature: usernames — allowing people to connect with others without sharing their actual phone numbers. This brings WhatsApp closer to platforms like Telegram and Signal, which have long offered similar privacy-centric options. According to findings from WABetaInfo (via Tecnoblog), traces of the feature were recently discovered in the TestFlight beta version for iOS. While it's not yet live for testers, WhatsApp appears to be building the system's framework and interface in the background. The introduction of usernames could mark a significant privacy milestone for WhatsApp, giving users greater control over who sees their personal information. Instead of displaying a phone number by default, the app will soon allow people to identify one another via unique handles. How will it work? Initial details reveal that users will be able to create a unique username consisting of lowercase letters, numbers, periods, and underscores. There are a few key rules: Usernames must contain at least one letter, to prevent all-number or symbol-based handles. Usernames can't start with ' to avoid confusion with websites. A confetti animation will confirm a successful username creation. Once live, your username will appear in chats and groups in place of your phone number — especially when people don't already have your number saved. This could be particularly useful for engaging in public groups or interacting with businesses and communities. WhatsApp plans to treat username updates the same way it handles profile photo or number changes — by notifying others in a system message within chats. This ensures transparency and helps contacts keep up with changes. Another neat addition: the web version of WhatsApp will eventually include a tool to check username availability before you commit to one. When will it launch? As of now, there's no official release date. But the fact that development strings are already showing up in recent beta builds is a strong indicator that the feature could be coming soon — part of a string of recent updates including the long-awaited release of WhatsApp's iPad app. With usernames, WhatsApp is taking a clear step toward more private and flexible communication, while catching up with its competitors in the modern messaging space.
Khaleej Times
03-06-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
WhatsApp to introduce usernames? Here's what you need to know
Soon, you may no longer need to give out your phone number to chat on WhatsApp. WhatsApp is working on a long-anticipated feature: usernames — allowing people to connect with others without sharing their actual phone numbers. This brings WhatsApp closer to platforms like Telegram and Signal, which have long offered similar privacy-centric options. According to findings from WABetaInfo (via Tecnoblog), traces of the feature were recently discovered in the TestFlight beta version for iOS. While it's not yet live for testers, WhatsApp appears to be building the system's framework and interface in the background. The introduction of usernames could mark a significant privacy milestone for WhatsApp, giving users greater control over who sees their personal information. Instead of displaying a phone number by default, the app will soon allow people to identify one another via unique handles. How will it work? Initial details reveal that users will be able to create a unique username consisting of lowercase letters, numbers, periods, and underscores. There are a few key rules: Usernames must contain at least one letter, to prevent all-number or symbol-based handles. Usernames can't start with " to avoid confusion with websites. A confetti animation will confirm a successful username creation. Once live, your username will appear in chats and groups in place of your phone number — especially when people don't already have your number saved. This could be particularly useful for engaging in public groups or interacting with businesses and communities. WhatsApp plans to treat username updates the same way it handles profile photo or number changes — by notifying others in a system message within chats. This ensures transparency and helps contacts keep up with changes. Another neat addition: the web version of WhatsApp will eventually include a tool to check username availability before you commit to one. When will it launch? As of now, there's no official release date. But the fact that development strings are already showing up in recent beta builds is a strong indicator that the feature could be coming soon — part of a string of recent updates including the long-awaited release of WhatsApp's iPad app. With usernames, WhatsApp is taking a clear step toward more private and flexible communication, while catching up with its competitors in the modern messaging space.
Express Tribune
03-06-2025
- Express Tribune
WhatsApp IOS update: Latest update lets you copy the text you need
WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature in its latest iOS update that allows iPhone users to copy specific portions of text within messages, enhancing precision and user control. The update, available in version 25.16.81, enables users to highlight and copy select words or phrases rather than the entire message, a function long requested by users. Previously, WhatsApp only allowed full-message copying, which often meant manually editing text after pasting. To use the feature, users must update WhatsApp via the App Store. Once updated, they can press and hold any message, highlight the desired text, and tap "Copy" to save only that portion. iPhone users can now copy just parts of WhatsApp messages 🤳 With the iOS 25.16.81 update, simply hold a message and select the exact text you want — Waivly | (@Waivly) June 2, 2025 The feature works across individual chats, group conversations, and channels. The move streamlines referencing specific information—such as dates, names or quotes—without the need to extract it from longer messages manually. In addition to partial text selection, the update introduces a 'text detection' tool. This feature allows users to copy text directly from images received in WhatsApp chats. It's supported on iPhones running iOS 16 or later and uses native iOS functionality to identify and extract visible text from images. WhatsApp has historically offered iOS users early access to certain features, such as pinch-to-zoom during video calls and the ability to add a participant to an ongoing call directly from a chat window. Its official beta channel also released an update on iOS, with version 25.17.10.75 now available on TestFlight. WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.17.10.75 update is available on TestFlight. — WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) June 2, 2025 The absence of selective text copying had been a notable gap for iPhone users, now resolved with this update. While this release is currently limited to iOS, similar features may soon be introduced for Android users. Meta, WhatsApp's parent company, is reportedly working toward harmonising the feature set across platforms to ensure a consistent messaging experience.
