WhatsApp to soon get Telegram like feature for broadcasting information – Gizchina.com

As the pioneer of one-on-one messaging and group chats, WhatsApp has changed how we communicate. The introduction of Communities has made strides in facilitating larger group interactions. However, the app still lacks a scalable method for one-to-many communication, a feature that rival Telegram has had for years in the form of Channels. Nevertheless, the upcoming WhatsApp Channels feature promises to bring it up to par. Let’s dive into the details. WhatsApp Channels: The Anticipation Builds With a string of reports spotting the WhatsApp Channels feature in development, it’s clear that the app is inching closer to Telegram’s familiar design. WABetaInfo has discovered a new prompt educating users about Channels, prepped for when it drops. The prompt appears in beta version 2.23.10.14 of the messaging app available on the Play Store. source: WABetaInfo No Set Cap on Members WhatsApp says that there’s no set cap on the number of members a Channel can have. This feature can share news, events, and other information with a large audience. In addition, members of a Channel won’t see the sender’s phone number, ensuring the latter’s privacy stays intact. End-to-End Encryption: Unclear Interestingly, WhatsApp’s popup doesn’t say whether communication in channels will be encrypted end-to-end. This leaves
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