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Telegram: What it is and how to use it
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Here's how to install and use Telegram to get encrypted, self-destructing, non-intrusive messaging.
WhatsApp starts rolling out Events planning feature for group chants — here’s how it works
By Scott Younker published
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature for group chats that lets you plan events and meetings within the chat.
WhatsApp looking to add AirDrop-esque feature to iPhones — what we know
By Scott Younker published
WhatsApp is developing an AirDrop-like feature for Android and now it sounds like it's coming to iPhones as well.
The best encrypted messaging apps in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best encrypted messaging apps for Android and iOS can stop third-parties from reading your conversations.
The best WhatsApp alternatives for 2024
By Tom Pritchard last updated
It doesn't matter why you'd want to leave, but these best WhatsApp alternatives mean you have somewhere to go.
WhatsApp drops surprise design update — it's rounder and darker now
By Scott Younker published
The refreshed design gives WhatsApp a more modern look and improves its dark mode. Also, everything is rounder.
How to rejoin a group chat on WhatsApp
By Emma Street published
Accidentally left a WhatsApp group or were removed and itching to get back in? Don't worry. This step-by-step guide will show you what to do.
WhatsApp finally lets you pin messages — here's how
By Emma Street published
Learn how to use WhatsApp's latest feature and say goodbye to endless scrolling in group chats by following our step-by-step guide to pinning messages on WhatsApp.
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