WhatsApp users can now enjoy a significant enhancement as Meta’s chat platform introduces a dedicated app for the Apple Watch. This development allows users to conveniently send messages and respond to friends directly from their wrist, eliminating the need to reach for their smartphones.
Although WhatsApp notifications have been available on the Apple Watch for years, the functionality was limited. Previously, users could only view message snippets, but with the new app, they can now access full messages, reply with emojis, and send voice memos, mirroring the experience on other devices like smartphones and tablets.
The update promises a fresh user experience, enabling individuals to manage their chats seamlessly without having to rely on their iPhones. Notable features of the new WhatsApp app for Apple Watch include call notifications, the ability to read complete messages, send voice messages, react with emojis, enjoy a rich media experience, view chat history, and maintain end-to-end encryption for privacy.
WhatsApp emphasized that this release is just the beginning of an improved Apple Watch experience, with more functionalities planned for the future. It’s worth noting that the new WhatsApp app for Apple Watch is compatible with Apple Watch Series 4 or later, running watchOS 10 or above.
While the app is not yet available, its release is anticipated in the coming days, offering users a more convenient way to stay connected via WhatsApp on their Apple Watches.