Meta puts WhatsApp in Apple Watch – The Hindu

The app supports recording and sending voice messages, as well as sending quick emoji reactions to incoming messages [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Meta-owned WhatsApp gets a huge upgrade as the messaging service will now be available as app in Apple Watch. Through the app, users can manage their chats without needing to reach for their iPhones. The app will provide call notifications, enabling users to see who is calling directly from their wrist. Users can also read full WhatsApp messages, even lengthy ones, on their Apple Watch. Additionally, the app supports recording and sending voice messages, as well as sending quick emoji reactions to incoming messages. WhatsApp claims the media experience has been improved, with clear images and stickers now visible on the watch. Users can also view more of their chat history on screen. WhatsApp assures users that personal messages and calls remain private with end-to-end encryption. The platform notes that this update marks the beginning of further enhancements for the app on Apple Watch, with more functionality expected in the future. The new WhatsApp Apple Watch app requires Apple Watch Series 4 or later, running watchOS 10 or later. Published – November 05, 2025 12:23 pm IST
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