According to some reports, WhatsApp is working on a novel feature known as ‘Message Pin Duration’. The feature was first spotted by WasBetaInfo. The new feature is reportedly in development right now. The feature is discovered in the WhatsApp beta version for Android 2.23.23.22 update that is available on Google PlayStore. What is this new update and how will it help? Let’s find out.
What will the new message pin duration feature do?
Reports indicate that the feature will allow users to select the duration for which a message should remain pinned in a chat. The report also shares a screenshot of the feature showing how users will have the flexibility to choose a duration after which the message will be automatically unpinned.
The report says that the feature will currently offer three different durations to choose from. These durations will be 24 hours, 7 days and 30 days. The report then says that the feature will give users the option to unpin the pinned message at any time, even before the selected duration expires. This will give users greater flexibility and control over pinned messages.
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How will the new feature help?
In the reports, WaBetalInfor claims that the new message pin duration will offer a convenient method of ensuring that relevant and timely data remains visible for an appropriate period of time for users. The message is automatically unpinned after the chosen time has passed. This would further help keep the conversation up to date, clear and organized.
When will the feature be released?
Currently, there is no clear information available regarding the release of the feature. This is because the feature is currently under development. The feature is expected to be released to beta testers in a future WhatsApp update.
Anything else about WhatsApp?
Yes. A related news story has featured a WhatsApp scam known as “Pink WhatsApp.” In this fraudulent activity, scammers share the link with multiple people. Scammers are luring people with the promise of a revamped version of the WhatsApp interface that comes with new and interesting features. Recently, Mumbai Police released a public notice talking about the ‘WhatsApp Pink Scam’. In the published public notice, law enforcement officials alert the public about the hoax circulating on the messaging platform. The advisory focuses on the importance of refraining from tapping and opening the link or downloading any related application.
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Source: ptivs2.edu.vn