WhatsApp finally gets a standalone app on iPad – The Tech Portal

iPad users are finally getting some recognition from Meta – the social media company is now making WhatsApp, the world’s most popular messaging service, available on iPad. The launch, which Meta announced on Tuesday, comes more than 15 years after WhatsApp’s initial release and the debut of the first iPad. “As one of our biggest requests, we’re excited to announce that WhatsApp is now available on iPad. Bringing all your favorite features to a larger screen, WhatsApp for iPad makes keeping in touch with friends and family even easier. Make video and audio calls with up to 32 people, share your screen, and use both front and back cameras,” WhatsApp announced in a blog post. The newly available app leverages the iPad’s larger screen, offering a two-column layout with message threads on one side and the active conversation on the other. It supports core iPadOS multitasking features such as Split View, Slide Over, and Stage Manager, allowing users to run WhatsApp and send messages alongside running other appls for improved productivity at the same time. The WhatsApp iPad app also integrates with Apple accessories like the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil, catering to users who utilize their iPads for more
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