WhatsApp is rolling out its multi-device feature for Android and iOS aswell as Message Reactions. The feature was previously in the beta testingphase but is expected to be available for iOS devices this month, shortlyfollowed by the Android release.
Popular resource on news regarding WhatsApp, *WABetainfo,* confirmed theupdate. The feature would get rid of the online connectivity compulsionrequired for using the platform on various devices.
The upgrade will allow 4 linked devices and 1 phone at the same time andwill disconnect the devices if the phone has been inactive for more thantwo weeks.
WhatsApp clarified that the feature for viewing live location, creating andviewing broadcast lists will not be possible on paired devices. Moreover,iPhone users can not delete or clear messages on linked devices.
The social messaging platform is also rolling out the Message reactionfeature for Android users on the beta channel. The feature will work as itdoes on most other platforms.
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Users can long-press on a message to bring up the additional floating menuabove the message, then choose from six emoji-based reactions provided toreact to the message, which includes thumbs up, love, laughter, surprise,tears, and gratitude.
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