WhatsApp's cross-platform chat history transfer tool comes to Samsung devices

WhatsApp has started rolling out its chat history transfer tool that lets you move your chat history between Android and iOS devices. Its first spotted on Samsung devices running on Android 10 and above, but WhatsApp plans to bring it to more Android devices "soon." The tool will let you import everything from voice memos, photos, videos to messages.

One of the notable requirements for the tool to work is that you'll need a Lightning to USB-C cable to connect the two phones. You also need to have the same number on both phones. Plus, your Samsung device has to be new or recently went through a factory reset. It would be best if you definitely were prepared before you access this tool. 

Source: Engadget

WhatsApp for the iPad is reportedly in the works

WhatsApp for the iPad might finally be coming soon. WABetaInfo reports that Facebook is working on the feature as it develops multi-device 2.0. This will allow you to use an iPad as a new linked device, and when the multi-device feature is enabled, you won't need to have your phone connected for it to work. The company is also reportedly working on Android tablet support.

Via: 9to5Mac

WhatsApp for iOS rolls out multi-device compatibility for some beta testers

Some iOS beta users see multi-device compatibility rollout on WhatsApp. This new feature will allow you to use the messaging app on four different devices and one mobile phone. It will give you the option to use the app on your Mac even without your iPhone on or connected online. As with other beta features, multi-device might not work that well for you now. 

Source: 9to5Mac

WhatsApp experiments with encrypted cloud backups on Android

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WhatsApp offers end-to-end encryptions for your messages. But if you back up these messages on the cloud, authorities can use a search warrant to have Google Drive or iCloud hand over access to your data. Now, the Facebook-owned messaging service has enabled tech that allows it to independently encrypt your backups in the cloud in the recent beta update on Android (2.21.15.5).

The caveat is you shouldn't forget your passcode or lose your 64-digit recovery key because you'll be locked away permanently. WhatsApp can't help you get in. If you're willing to make that tradeoff, you can try to get in the beta test group or wait for the feature to roll out to everyone. WhatsApp is also testing a version of its software that works across different devices, so you get end-to-end encryption whether you use the app on the phone or not.

Source: The Verge