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WhatsApp Web is getting a redesigned sidebar
WhatsApp Web's new design hoped to give users a better experience — but will it, though?
If you're using WhatsApp on your tablet or on another device, you may have noticed the features are largely the same as they are on your phone. From time to time, WhatsApp changes its design to keep its users interested and give them something nicer to look at — for example, the latest change brings more thumbnail previews to chats, hoping to give users better clarity when media is shared. WhatsApp Web is also going through a change, but when will you get it?
Many of us use WhatsApp and send hundreds of messages daily. Typos and grammar mistakes are common in conversations, especially when on the go or typing with or without autocorrection. Before your typo leads to confusion and mistakes, you can edit the message after it's been sent. The ability to edit sent WhatsApp messages is available on Windows, Mac, iPhone, top budget Android phones, and the web.
This new banner in WhatsApp is nagging people to invite their friends to the platform
A banner now prompts existing users to invite others to use the app
There are several different instant messaging apps to choose from, and while they all have their own unique features, the one you use may be dependent on other people. This is because, simply put, a lack of interoperability might limit you to the platform widely used by your friends and family. If they don’t regularly use WhatsApp, for example, you’ll find less use for the app as a means of communication. Now, the Meta-owned messenger is launching a new effort to overcome this barrier and grow its user base.
How to export Telegram chats, groups, channels, and images (HTML and JSON)
Telegram has data export built into its platform
If you use Telegram to send messages, you likely use the mobile app. Whether downloading photos your friend sent you or backing up your chats, you'll want to export your data. You can't export your data using the mobile app. Telegram has data export built into its platform, even if you don't have Telegram Premium, but only if you use the desktop application. It's available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. You could even use one of our favorite Chromebooks.
Telegram has been on the instant messaging scene since 2013 and has grown into one of the biggest players in the market. However, you might not know it if you live in the US, where Meta's messengers dominate the scene. If you are one of the millions of people in the US who use Telegram on the web or your mobile device, you may have heard about the Premium subscription service currently available for $5 a month. So what is Telegram Premium, and is the upgrade worth it?
Messenger Kids is an instant messaging platform from Meta. It offers a secure protocol for kids to stay in touch with friends and family. It's designed around kids' safety and parental control to keep little ones safe from unknown contacts. Messenger Kids is built on the standard Messenger app, and Facebook made several changes to make it kid-friendly. Messenger Kids is available for iPhone and Android phones. Before setting up Messenger Kids, check the guide below to learn about Facebook's offering.
How to enable, disable, and use RCS Chat in Google Messages
It's probably time we moved on from the old SMS standard
The RCS messaging protocol has been a long time coming. While iPhone owners have had iMessages for years, Android users often relied on third-party messaging apps like WhatsApp, as US carriers were slow to warm up to RCS. Google has been leading the push for RCS in recent years, and Messages' adoption of the RCS standard has made the app better and brought interactive texting to Android.
Telegram is one of the most popular social apps. Like most messaging apps, it sends notifications. Telegram notifies you when you receive a new text or call or when a group or channel admin pins a message. You also receive a notification when someone from your device contacts joins Telegram. If you don't find these notifications useful, turn them off from the settings. We show you how to turn off Telegram's new user notifications on various devices, including your budget Android phone, iPhone, and Windows PCs.
8 common Facebook Messenger problems and how to solve them
A buggy Facebook Messenger app leaves a sour taste
Facebook Messenger brings all your Facebook and Instagram chats into one place, connecting you with your friends and family worldwide. It's among the best communication apps, with a large population and features on iPhones and the top budget Android phones. But that doesn't mean it's without issues.
The 8 best free texting apps in the Play Store
Abandon your basic SMS and start sending messages in style
Communication has come a long way since the advent of writing, from letters to SMS messaging. Now, most communication occurs via messaging apps, which often have end-to-end encryption, free text messaging and phone calls, and handy voice messages. Text messaging apps come in a wide variety, from team-oriented apps such as Slack to casual apps like Skype and Viber. All you need is a contemporary Android tablet and a stable internet connection. This article lists the best free texting apps for Android, iOS, and Windows.
How to identify your Discord ID on mobile and desktop
It takes a few non-obvious steps to find the 18-digit numerical identification code connected to your Discord account
Discord identifies users in two ways: public usernames and a Discord ID. A Discord ID differs from your Discord account username. It contains a unique 18-digit string that doesn't change. Discord IDs publicly identify individual users, messages, Discord servers, and channels. When keeping Discord server logs for registered messages and users, a Discord ID is more beneficial than referring to a user's Display Name. This step-by-step guide shows how to copy and paste a Discord ID from your trusty Android tablet, phone, Windows PC, and iOS-supported devices.
How to find your WhatsApp backups in Google Drive
See where WhatsApp keeps backups in Google Drive and your device's storage
WhatsApp's backups protect you from losing chats, media, and stickers. When you connect your Google account with the app, your data syncs to the cloud based on the frequency you select. You can restore what you lost if you accidentally clear your chat history, uninstall the app, or set up a new device. Local backups are also an option if you don't have anything in Drive.
7 Samsung Messages tips and tricks you need to know
A handful of ways to text better on your Galaxy phone
Most Samsung smartphones have their exclusive messaging app preinstalled alongside Google Messages. Select models like the Galaxy S24 and S22 series stand apart from their siblings as Google's app is set as the default texting app.
How to delete your Telegram account
When you don't want to be on Telegram any longer, remove your account
Telegram is a popular messaging app for Android that focuses on privacy and encryption. The app is packed with features like secret chats, chatbots, message translation, and chat tools. It's available on all Android devices, from budget-friendly phones to the latest flagships, and it's also accessible on iOS, PCs, and Macs.
WhatsApp is among the most popular messaging apps, especially for texting friends abroad. The app works on iPhone and Android, as well as on Mac, PC, and web browsers, making it compatible with Chromebooks. you can send images, videos, files, and polls, either individually or in group conversations. It's also packed with features ranging from voice and video calls to disappearing messages.
How to add multiple WhatsApp admins to a channel
Invite admins to your WhatsApp channel and share updates 24/7
WhatsApp channels offer a handy way to send and receive relevant updates inside the app. It lets you broadcast messages and updates with followers without revealing your mobile number and profile picture. When you create a new WhatsApp channel on an iPhone or Android phone, you may want to add admins to manage it efficiently.
As one of the most popular messaging apps in the world, WhatsApp can easily eat up a lot of storage if you're a power user. Billions of people, whether they own a solid Android budget phone or a shiny new iPhone, use WhatsApp to chat with family and friends. Luckily, WhatsApp lets you safely back up your conversations and media files on Google Drive and iCloud, and you can restore them only within WhatsApp. If neither of these sound ideal, there's another option: you can export WhatsApp conversations to view, share, or print them on any device. It's easier than taking screenshots of every WhatsApp conversation, and you're less likely to lose the file when you're clean out your photo albums.
Google Chat is a collaborative messaging platform for formal and informal chat. Whether you want to start a group chat, collaborate with a team, or compose personal messages with your Gmail contacts, Google Chat can be an ideal pick. It replaces Google Hangouts and has a neat integration with other company apps. Here's how to use Google's latest messaging app on the desktop and mobile.
For years, FaceTime was the envy of Android users, due to its superior video and audio quality. In an interesting turn of events, Apple slightly loosened its grips on iMessage in 2021. The change allowed people with an Android phone, tablet, or Windows PC to use FaceTime in their web browser. Apple users can also set these browsers as their default apps, which is a big step since the company doesn't allow the replacement of its native apps.
WhatsApp text formatting picks up bullets, quotes, code, and more
Say it how you mean it in the latest Android beta
If you write code, you know the challenges of communicating it digitally. Depending on how you are sending it, the code can become altered, or you may not be able to share it digitally at all. Now, many instant messaging services are beginning to integrate features that allow for the transmission of code. Meta has updated WhatsApp for iOS to support text formatting, and now, it looks like Android users could soon receive it as well.