WhatsApp is reportedly entering the world of cinema and entertaining over-the-top (OTT) content with its first original short film called 'Naija Odyssey'. This short film will go live on both Amazon Prime Video and YouTube. The story is about an NBA player Giannis Antetokounmpo, born in Greece to Nigerian parents. The short film will go live on September 21, 2022. This would be the first time WhatsApp would be engaging... Read More
Now, WhatsApp users can instantly recharge their FASTag devices. The inauguration of IDFC FIRST Bank's integration with payments on WhatsApp was revealed on Thursday. The service is accessible through the WhatsApp chatbot for IDFC FIRST. Furthermore, while the programme has been established by IDFC FIRST bank, only IDFC First customers will be able to use it. Users won't need to close the WhatsApp app in order to recharge their FASTag,... Read More
There is a big list of enhancements for WhatsApp that we might see shortly. It was recently mentioned that it would soon feature the capability for you to message yourself, and now we are hearing about a potential camera shortcut. Here is how it will go. WhatsApp Working on a Camera Shortcut According to WaBetaInfo, WhatsApp is reportedly testing the new camera shortcut as part of the iOS beta version... Read More
There have been talks around the regulation of (over-the-top) apps in India. The issue is that not all government ministries are on the same page. OTT apps such as WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram are being sought by the telecom department to be put under regulation. Both Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) are in the favour of regulating OTT apps, but the Ministry of Electronics... Read More
The "Disappearing messages" feature will benefit users of WhatsApp. A new "Kept Messages" feature that will let users keep disappearing messages around the clock has been spotted by WaBetaInfo. The platform is always developing a tonne of new features, but most end up being significant in some way. Also crucial is the new "Kept Messages" feature. Here is all the information you require. How This Feature Will Work Long ago,... Read More
Some of the older iPhone models may shortly stop supporting WhatsApp. A recent support update from Apple states that the instant messaging app will no longer function on some old iPhones. The messaging app will reportedly discontinue supporting iOS 10 and iOS 11 devices as of October 24, according to one of WABetaInfo's earlier sources. Additionally, according to the source, WhatsApp has begun to issue warnings to iPhone users who... Read More
One of the most widely used communication tools in the world is WhatsApp. While the app is initially reasonably easy to use for new users, there are some cool capabilities hidden under its Settings menu. These can improve your experience overall by enabling you to post higher-quality photographs, sneak peek into groups, and more. Here are five such WhatsApp tips. Peek into group chats without letting members know The small... Read More
The Indian government might soon bring OTT (over-the-top) communication applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and more under a strict regulatory framework. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has reportedly asked the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to start a consultation process on the same. This wouldn't be the first time that TRAI would start a consultation process on the matter of regulation of OTT communication platforms/apps in India. It... Read More
WhatsApp Web has a new function, which many users will love. Users may now filter their unread chats; thus, when you enable this option, just the unread chats will be exposed. Although there is not a comparable setting on Android, the option is currently available on iOS. Users of WhatsApp on the web should notice a three-line option next to the box that says, "Search or Start new chat," which... Read More
Apparently, WhatsApp for iOS will soon acquire a feature for testing that would reveal the profile pictures of users within group chats, according to a post by WABetainfo, a portal that tests WhatsApp features before they are sent out to the general public. In that group, your profile photo will appear next to any messages you have sent. At the moment, WhatsApp just displays the names of group members next... Read More
WhatsApp is continually creating new features for its users. When evaluating a new feature, the company first tests it with beta iOS users, then all beta Android users. The future WhatsApp function is similar in this regard. The instant messaging service, which is owned by meta, is getting ready to roll out a new feature for iOS users that would let them view Status right from their chat history on... Read More
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder and CEO of Meta, recently unveiled three new privacy features for WhatsApp that give users more control over their conversations and additional security measures when texting. Following its testing on iOS, Meta-owned WhatsApp has begun testing screenshot blocking on Android beta, which will stop users from taking screenshots of view once images and videos, the media reported. Further details about the new WhatsApp feature One of the... Read More
Have a breaking news, inside story, scoop?
Write to us, your anonymity is our priority at news [at] telecomtalk.info
Want to be featured on TelecomTalk?
Send us your articles, stories, suggestions, feedback at news [at] telecomtalk.info
In vi app, are they showing you 5G active plans? I guess you have not active recharge that's why it…
I have one question about BSNL. The current 1Lakh site plan, does that number include the 4G saturation project sites…
I am not getting you. Please elaborate.
Bro it's not SA 5G, no-one is using 4G band for 5G. They are all gonna offer 5G only on…
Sorry, I gave my spare BSNL SIM to my brother. Exchanged, Vi with BSNL. Strange Vi still gives 1 GB…
