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WhatsApp introduces new feature ‘Status’; An End-to-End Encrypted Snapchat Stories Clone

Deepanker Verma February 20, 2017 Mobile Apps

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In the latest update, WhatsApp has introduced a new tab ‘Status’ that lets users share moments in with their friends and family in the form of photo, video or GIF. This feature is similar to Snapchat Stories but it is end-to-end encrypted like WhatsApp messaging.

This move is not surprising because Facebook has the habit of copying Snapchat features. Facebook-owned Instagram also copied Snapchat’s stories and introduced stories.

Now WhatsApp has 1.2 billion monthly users and users are sending 60 billion messages per day including. These messages include 3.3 billion photos, 760 million videos, and 80 million GIFs. It shows the importance of multimedia messages on WhatsApp. So, WhatsApp status will surely get users’ attention.

Now, this feature is being rolled out to all users across the globe. It will be soon available to all users in coming hours. This feature will be available for iOS, Android and Windows Phone.

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About the Author: Deepanker Verma

Deepanker Verma is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of TechloMedia. He holds Engineering degree in Computer Science and has over 15 years of experience in the technology sector. Deepanker bridges the gap between complex engineering and consumer electronics. He is also a a known Security Researcher acknowledged by global giants including Apple, Microsoft, and eBay. He uses his technical background to rigorously test gadgets, focusing on performance, security, and long-term value.