WhatsApp is now offering on-device message translation for its iOS and Android apps. Users can translate messages between a range of languages by long‑pressing a chat, and Android users gain an optional automatic‑translation mode for entire conversations. The feature works in one‑on‑one chats, groups, and channel updates while keeping conversations private, as translation happens locally on the device. Initial language support includes English, Spanish, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian and Arabic, with plans for additional languages in the future. Leia mais →

WhatsApp has introduced an AI-driven writing assistant that offers phrase suggestions in multiple tones, such as professional, funny, or supportive. Users can access the tool via a new pencil icon in individual or group chats. The feature is currently available only in English for users in the United States, with plans to expand to additional languages and regions. Built on Meta’s Private Processing technology, the assistant processes queries in the cloud while preserving WhatsApp’s end‑to‑end encryption, aiming to maintain the platform’s core privacy guarantees. Leia mais →