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WhatsApp, in its beta version for Android, is introducing an innovative 'search by username' feature, revolutionizing the way users connect while addressing privacy concerns. This strategic move, reminiscent of Telegram's approach, aligns with Meta's integration goals but prompts discussions about privacy and exclusivity.   In a significant development, WhatsApp is rolling out a new capability for individual chats with its groundbreaking 'username' feature, recently unveiled by WABetaInfo. With the initiation of the rollout in the latest beta version (2.23.25.19) on Android, users can now search for contacts using usernames rather than relying on traditional phone numbers. This functionality, akin to Telegram's approach, was first identified in May on the WhatsApp for Android beta version and later extended to select iOS beta users in October.   The 'username' feature, currently in beta, is poised to become universally accessible in the upc...

In a bid to elevate user experience and foster seamless content sharing across platforms, WhatsApp is making strides with a new feature. Soon, users will have the ability to effortlessly share their WhatsApp Status updates directly on Instagram, marking a significant expansion of cross-platform capabilities. This exciting integration was recently unveiled in a WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.23.25.20 update on the Google Play Store.   The discovery, brought to light by the reputable WhatsApp feature tracker, WABetaInfo, showcases the options to share status updates on both Facebook and Instagram neatly grouped under the Status Privacy tab. Similar to the current 'share to Facebook' functionality, users will have the freedom to enable or disable this new feature based on their preferences.   A glance at the shared image from WABetaInfo reveals that users can exercise control over the audience of their shared WhatsApp Status. This aligns seamlessly with the familia...