New WhatsApp features

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Chat lock

> WhatsApp has rolled out a chat lock feature that can add a biometric lock to your chats on Android mobile phone and iPhone.

> The feature can be enabled from the chat's info section.

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Edit messages

> WhatsApp users will now be able to edit or modify their chat messages sent within the last 15 minutes.

> The feature works with a long press on the chat you wish to edit and then tapping on the 'Edit' option that pops up.

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Use WhatsApp on four devices

> After a long wait, WhatsApp users can finally use the same account on multiple phones.

> The feature has officially been rolled out.

> It requires users to scan a QR code to link other phones with their account on primary smartphone.





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New Android layout


> Currently in beta, WhatsApp may soon bring a bottom navigation bar, just like iOS on Android.

> This will replace the current slider layout on the Android app.

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Truecaller integration

> Truecaller has joined forces with WhatsApp to bring spam detection to the messaging app.

> The spam identification feature is set to launch by the end of May.

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Convert voice messages to text

> In the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS, a new feature has been spotted that allows users to transcribe voice notes.

> The feature, if rolled out, will greatly assist individuals with hearing disabillity.