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WhatsApp to introduce smart message summaries for easier chats
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 07, 2025

The Meta-owned platform is currently testing a message summary tool that would help users quickly catch up on long conversations without having to scr...

Kenyans ditch international SMS for online messaging- KNBS
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 06, 2025

The Economic Survey 2025 reveals that domestic SMS traffic rose by 4.4 per cent, from 52.4 billion messages in 2023 to 54.7 billion in 2024.

WhatsApp to limit broadcast messages in anti-spam move: what Kenyans should know
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 03, 2025

This feature, currently available to select Android beta testers, is aimed at curbing spam and encouraging more intentional communication on the platf...

WhatsApp now lets you create groups without adding members immediately
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 02, 2025

Users can now set up the group’s name, profile photo, and even define its purpose before inviting anyone else to join.

Video and voice calling features to be added to WhatsApp Web
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 30, 2025

This new feature was only limited to the mobile application, and it will enable users to initiate and receive calls from their computers, eliminating...

WhatsApp to introduce transcription feature for voice notes
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 29, 2025

In addition, this can be particularly useful in situations like meetings, while travelling, or in public places where listening to voice messages may...

WhatsApp unveils ‘Advanced Chat Privacy’ tools to boost user control
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 24, 2025

The feature introduces a trio of powerful tools that include the ability to block others from exporting chat histories, prevent automatic media downlo...

WhatsApp to roll out translation feature for chats, channel updates
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 22, 2025

This will enable real-time translations without the need for an internet connection, while also keeping chats private and secure, as users will no lon...

Google introduces new minimum requirements for Android phones and tablets
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 15, 2025

The move means any phone with less than 32GB of internal storage will no longer qualify for Google Mobile Services (GMS), the proprietary bundle of ap...

12 exciting new WhatsApp features that you need to know about
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 11, 2025

These updates cover a wide range of tools, from smarter group chats to streamlined event planning and smoother video calls, making the platform even m...

WhatsApp testing AI-powered text editor to proofread, rewrite messages
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 20, 2025

When users type in the text box, a new pencil button will appear, slightly above the send button, tapping it will allow the user to edit the text in v...

WhatsApp unveils new feature allowing iPhone users to add music to status updates
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 18, 2025

The new feature, which is rolling out in stages, enables WhatsApp users to attach their favourite tracks from their music library directly to photos o...

WhatsApp users may soon answer video calls with the camera off
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 13, 2025

This could be particularly useful in situations where users prefer not to be on camera due to privacy concerns, poor lighting, or a weak internet conn...

WhatsApp: What to do when you are hacked
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 18, 2025

The first sign of getting hacked could be an unusual activity, that is, if you notice any messages or replies to messages you have not sent, contacts...

WhatsApp: How to customize your chat theme, bubble colour and wallpaper
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 17, 2025

The feature, which is available for both iOS and Android users allows them to make chats unique with colourful chats and new wallpapers.

Facebook, WhatsApp top platforms for online gender-based violence - report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 25, 2024

The research revealed that, despite the rise of new platforms, Facebook and WhatsApp remain the top sites for TF-GBV, with about 30 per cent of incide...

Facebook, WhatsApp top social media apps in Kenya - report
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2024

The report also noted that social media access predominantly occurs through mobile phones, making them a crucial part of media consumption in the coun...

WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook go down, millions report issues in global outage
Amina Wako  |  Apr 03, 2024

WhatsApp acknowledged the problem and assured users that they were actively working on resolving it.

Facebook, WhatsApp dominate Kenyan social media landscape - CA report
Bashir Mohammed  |  Mar 20, 2024

Following behind are YouTube and TikTok, securing the third and fourth positions, at 21 per cent and 17.8 per cent respectively.

Garissa praised for using WhatsApp to manage health emergencies
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Jan 26, 2024

Garissa has leveraged the WhatsApp platform to assist in organizing transport and inter-facility transfers.

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