WhatsApp Developing iOS AirDrop-Like Nearby File Sharing.
WhatsApp’s alleged Nearby Share functionality might potentially facilitate cross-platform file sharing, allowing users to transfer files across Android and iOS devices.
According to a feature tracker, WhatsApp is in the process of implementing a functionality for iOS that allows users to easily exchange documents, files, media, and other types of stuff with devices that are in close proximity. It reportedly offers functionality similar to Apple’s AirDrop, allowing users to exchange material between two nearby Apple devices. The development of this feature is presently under progress and it is not accessible to beta testers of WhatsApp for iOS. Moreover, WhatsApp will likely offer it for Android.
Proximity-based File Sharing on WhatsApp for iOS
As reported by feature tracker WABetaInfo, the proximity file-sharing capability was first seen on WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.24.9.22 in April. The development stage of the WhatsApp beta for iOS version 24.15.10.70 update via the TestFlight program has shown the feature. However, it is currently not accessible to testers who install the newest beta version.
According to a feature tracker, WhatsApp is adding functionality for iOS that lets users exchange documents with nearby devices. The language implies that it may perhaps be named “Nearby Share”.
According to the feature tracker, the file transfer functionality will include end-to-end encryption to ensure safe data transfers. Upon its introduction, users will have the capability to seamlessly transfer files across different platforms, including Android and iOS smartphones. The feature tracker shows that developers are still working on this capability. Beta testers in Apple’s TestFlight program might not have access yet.
Enhancements to the WhatsApp Channel
Furthermore, WhatsApp for iOS is developing a new method to quickly discover and navigate channels. The current beta release updates the Updates page with a new shortcut to easily locate channels..
The latest upgrade includes changes to the general user interface (UI) by moving the create channels option into the navigation bar. This functionality is reportedly accessible to beta testers who have installed the WhatsApp for iOS app beta 24.14.10.79 upgrade.
CREDIT: Allneeds, Gadgets360
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