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WhatsApp Launches Major Update With iPad Registration and Enhanced CarPlay Features
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First reported by Srugim · 3 hours ago
What happened
WhatsApp has introduced a major update allowing direct iPad registration, revamped CarPlay and Android Auto interfaces, PDF editing in chats, and music sharing from Apple Music and Spotify to Status. These features are rolling out gradually to users.
- 01WhatsApp now allows direct account registration on iPad without iPhone linkage.
- 02The app features a redesigned interface for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for safer in-car use.
- 03Users can open and edit PDFs directly within WhatsApp Web and Desktop chats via Adobe Acrobat integration.
- 04Music sharing from Apple Music and Spotify to WhatsApp Status is now supported.
- 05All new features are available in the latest app version but are rolling out gradually.
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