Whatsapp, new for 2020.
Whatsapp, new for 2020.
In 2019, WhatsApp integrated multiple features, hitting iMessage and Telegram hard.
- Memoji support on Android.
- Call waiting.
- self-destruction messages.
- unwanted invitations to new groups.
But in the same year there were difficulties, because they had to deal with spyware that accessed the camera and microphone via voice chats and stole data.
For 2020, in addition to the possible merger with Messenger and Instagram Direct, there are many other new features.
Deleting messages
Automatically delete older messages from group chats. You can also preset an automatic cleanup that will delete messages every 1 hour to 1 year.
Dark theme
It was supposed to be available at the end of 2019, but instead it was postponed to 2020.
By going to Settings then Theme you can choose between: normal, dark and default.
Advertising
In 2020, WhatsApp will begin showing targeted ads within its status features.
Purchases in the app
Facebook Pay; simply add your credit card and choose availability in Facebook or other apps.
From small money transfers; once fully operational it will transform into the digital wallet on Facebook, Messenger, WhatsApp and Instagram.
Stop support for old operating systems
Operating systems older than Android 2.3.7 and iOS 8 will no longer be able to access WhatsApp starting February 1, 2020.
Reverse image search
How will WhatsApp prevent the spread of fake news and hoaxes?
Through the inverse search for images.
By mid-year, you'll be able to see if the image you're viewing has been forwarded to more than 5 people.
Whatsapp on Ipad
The Menlo Park team is developing a version of whatsapp specifically for Apple tablets.
Through the iPad it will be possible to read replies to messages via iPad.
They are working closely with partners which is not the same with Twilio and DidLogic.
The service works pretty well.
The prices are good.