WhatsApp is enabling users to use the application on multiple devices through the connected devices feature. You can have one main device where you receive all your messages, as well as multiple secondary devices (Android, iOS, Web, Windows, and macOS) that synchronize the same messages. Currently, we are aware of the work being done on a new chat lock synchronization feature that will synchronize the lock across all these devices.
Currently, Android and iOS users can lock chats using phone access code, Face ID, fingerprint, or security code. However, locked chats on these systems appear to be unlocked on the Web, Windows, and macOS versions. According to a report by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is working on a synchronization feature that will allow chat locking on connected devices in these operating systems.
This means that when you lock a chat on one device, it will also be locked on other connected devices. This feature is currently under development and is not yet available to users, so you will have to wait until it is rolled out to devices.
WABetaInfo also reports that WhatsApp is continuing its work on implementing username support. This feature will make it easier to communicate with others without the need to provide your phone number. Many instant messaging apps rely on usernames (although they still use phone numbers for authentication), so this will bring WhatsApp in line with conventional practices.
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FAQ
1. What is the connected devices feature in WhatsApp?
The connected devices feature in WhatsApp allows users to use the application on multiple devices simultaneously. You can have one main device where you receive all your messages, as well as multiple secondary devices that synchronize the same messages.
2. What are the currently available methods to lock chats on WhatsApp for Android and iOS?
On Android and iOS, you can lock chats using phone access code, Face ID, fingerprint, or security code.
3. Why do locked chats on Android and iOS appear to be unlocked on the Web, Windows, and macOS versions?
Currently, locked chats on Android and iOS are not synchronized with the Web and Windows/macOS versions. That’s why they appear to be unlocked on these platforms.
4. Is WhatsApp working on the chat lock synchronization feature for connected devices?
Yes, WhatsApp is currently working on a synchronization feature that will allow chat locking on connected devices in Windows and macOS systems.
5. Is the chat lock synchronization feature available to users?
No, this feature is currently under development and is not yet available to users. It will be rolled out to devices in the future.
6. What are the ongoing efforts in implementing username support in WhatsApp?
WhatsApp is continuing its work on implementing username support. This feature will allow users to communicate with others without the need to provide their phone number, increasing compatibility with conventional practices of other instant messaging apps.
Definitions:
– WABetaInfo: A website that provides information about updates and new features in the WhatsApp application.
Recommended related links:
– WhatsApp Home Page
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