Category Archives: Messaging Apps

We asked, you told us: You really don’t like WhatsApp’s updated privacy policy

Many of you will switch or have switched to another messaging app but most of you feel pressured to accept the new terms. Continue reading

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Poll: What do you think of WhatsApp’s updated privacy policy?

WhatsApp’s updated privacy terms go into effect in just a few weeks. Tell us what you think about them. Continue reading

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Poll: What do you think of WhatsApp’s updated privacy policy?

WhatsApp’s updated privacy terms go into effect in just a few weeks. Tell us what you think about them. Continue reading

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Telegram’s location sharing isn’t as private as you might like

An attacker could determine where you are using the right tools. Continue reading

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WhatsApp could finally let you mute those pesky group chats forever

One of the biggest annoyances with WhatsApp might be solved soon. Continue reading

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We could be closer to getting multiple device support in WhatsApp

We might have more evidence for multiple device support coming to WhatsApp. Continue reading

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Google’s Messages app gets reactions and a photo editor

You’ll also have quicker access to voice messages and Duo video chats. Continue reading

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From animated stickers to QR codes, here’s what’s new in WhatsApp

WhatsApp has announced a variety of new features heading to the service. Continue reading

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WeChat appears to be spying on foreigners’ chats to fuel censorship algorithm

In a study, researchers found that WeChat is looking in on chats from foreigners without disclosing that it’s doing so. Continue reading

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Google Messages deleting your texts? Here are a few possible fixes

Smartphone owners are reporting disappearing texts when using the Messages app. Here’s how you can get them back. Continue reading

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