What happened to the multi-ethnic emoji of WhatsApp?

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emokiThe multi-ethnic emoji of WhatsApp are already very famous, and on the internet they are discussed quite often. Considering that WhatsApp is currently the most used instant messaging application, you can imagine how often the topic is discussed on various sites and blogs all over the world, and many users are eagerly awaiting this implementation.

Conversely many others are not aware about them, as these new emoticons have not yet been included into the official update on the Play Store. But why are these new emoji so discussed? The novelty consists in the addition of new options designed to give you the possibility to better express yourself. These new emojii in fact would include different shades of skin, women holding hands with other women and so on.

But right now you can only find on the Store the version 2.12.158, which does not have these new emoticons, while on the web version of the service they are already present. So, what happened? The multi-ethnic emoji were introduced just with the beta n. 2.12.161, while they were removed up to the the beta 2.12.176. But that was temporary.

In fact with the new beta 2.12.178 they have been reintroduced. Almost certainly it was a technical problem connected to the Android operating system, and probably they will be introduced permanently with a new update. iPhone users already have this service available and can choose the colour of their smilyes. So it seems that this time Apple has an advantage vs. Android.

But obviously also Android users hope that multi-ethnic emoji are finally introduced because they are extremely practical to express our moods, sometimes they are even better than words. In the meantime, if you use an Android device, while you wait that WhatsApp will provide this service also on Android rolling out a stable version available on the Play Store, you can start to use your fantasy with the beta version 2.12.178.

WhatsApp: more new features

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whatsapp callsThe next update of WhatsApp for iOS will introduce many new features. This popular instant messaging app keeps on changing, and here we already discussed some of these new features (for example the “mark as unread” one), but not all of them. Let’s see together what is changing.

WhatsApp on Apple Watch
Yes, it seems that finally WhatsApp will also be available on Apple Whatch. But, and maybe now many of you will be disappointed, it will not be the real application (which probably will arrive later) but just an integration that will allow you to read your messages directly on your Apple Whatch and that will also allow you to open the app on your iPhone.

WhatsApp Web
Now iOS users can use WhatsApp via Web as Android users already do. And with the next update also those who use an iPhone will be able to use WhatsApp through their computer.

A new graphical interphace
After a long period without significant improvements, now it is available a new graphical user interface, which uses the new Material Design introduced by Google.

New fares
Even the fares will change. It seems in fact that now also iOS users will have to pay WhatsApp. Clearly the cost will be extremely low, perhaps 89 euro cent for one year, with the possibility of spending 2.69 for three years or 4.49 for five years. The convenience lies in not having to renew your subscription each year.

WhatsApp adds the options “mark as unread” and “like”
As we already mentioned, the next update includes the introduction of the “like” symbol and the possibility to archive a message as “unread”. It is not yet clear how it will be solved the problem of the double blue check marks that let the sender know that the message has been received and read.

New notification ringtones
Now you can mute your chats (so far you could do it only with group chats) and you can also customize the notification tones of each chat.

WhatsApp calling feature: new low data usage mode
Android, iOS and Windows Phone users can now use this much anticipated feature. The problem with WhatsApp Calling feature was that it consumed a lot, so it was necessary to enhance it and make it work even on low-band with 2G connections. It seems that WhatsApp is testing a new ‘Low Data Usage’ mode, which will clearly affect the quality of our calls.

How to use Whatsapp Web

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whatsapp5WhatsApp has become one of the most popular phone-based messaging solutions around because it enables busy people to access their messages almost anywhere at nearly anytime. Unfortunately, there has been one place you could not use WhatsApp—your computer.

The good news is that has changed with the advent of WhatsApp Web. WhatsApp Web provides users with one place to access their messages on all of their devices, including their phone, their tablet, their laptop, and even their desktop. That means you no longer have to get out your phone to answer a message or send a text.
A person can now monitor all of her messages without interrupting the project she is working on. It is now possible to monitor messages from your desk, the table where you are using your laptop, or the couch where you are watching a movie on your tablet.

What You Will Need to Use WhatsApp Web
To take advantage of WhatsApp Web, you will need a few basic resources, including:
1) An active WhatsApp account.
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2) Stable Internet connections on your phone and your computer.

3) The latest version of Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera or Safari installed as your computer’s web browser. WhatsApp Web will not currently work with Internet Explorer. If you do not have one of these, you will have to download and install one of them on your computer before installing WhatsApp Web. Check the WhatsApp.com website before you take this step to see a list of the current browsers supported.

4) An Android, Nokia S40 Single Sim or S60, Blackberry, BB10, Windows Phone 8.0, or Windows Phone 8.1 Smartphone. That means you may have to upgrade your smartphone to a newer model if you wish to utilize WhatsApp Web. Check the WhatsApp.com website before you buy a new phone because more devices could be supported in the future.

How to Install and Launch WhatsApp Web on Your Computer or Tablet
Once you have made sure that your phone and browser can support WhatsApp Web, installing it on your computer should be a cinch. Simply follow these basic instructions:
Open the supported browser.

– Go to https://web.whatsapp.com/ on the browser.

– Open WhatsApp on your phone.

– Go to the Menu in WhatsApp on your phone, and find WhatsApp Web.

– Open WhatsApp Web.
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– Find the QR Code on the computer. The QR, or Quick Response, Code is a bar code that contains basic information about your computer. The code could be located on your computer.

If you cannot find the QR Code, you can download a tool like the Code Two QR Code Desktop Reader. You can find it at this website

– Scan the QR Code with your phone.

– Once the computer is scanned, you should be able to view your messages in Logged in Computers in either WhatsApp Web or your phone.

– Once it is up and running, you can use the settings menu to set up your Desktop Alerts and Sounds.

If the computer belongs to somebody else, such as your employer, make sure you get permission to install WhatsApp Web before setting it up. At work, you should ask your boss or the system administrator if it is all right to install WhatsApp Web. Never install WhatsApp Web on a public computer, such as the ones in libraries or Internet cafes.
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Okay, it sounds simple, but we all know that there can be problems getting solutions to work in real life. WhatsApp Webb is no different than other applications in this regard; there are some factors that can prevent you from using it, including computer connection problems.

Computer Connection Issues with WhatsApp Web
To use WhatsApp Web, you will have to have a strong and stable Internet connection to your computer. This means you should use a high-speed broadband connection if possible.

WhatsApp Web may not work on telephone or cable company Internet services in some rural areas, particularly in the United States. It probably will not work with the satellite Internet services that are widely used in some parts of Canada and the United States either. That means you may have to upgrade your Internet service if you wish to use WhatsApp Web.

If WhatsApp Web does not work on your computer, here are some troubleshooting tips that can help you get it up and running:

1) Check WhatsApp Web. If it cannot reach the web, there should also be a yellow bar at the top of the chat list telling you if the computer is connected.

2) Check to see if the internet is working properly. A good way to do this is to look at the lights on your broadband box. They should all be solid green; if one is dark or red, the service could be interrupted.

3) If the Internet is working properly, log out of WhatsApp Web and refresh the connection. Make sure you log completely out of your session and log right back in.

Sometimes turning your computer completely on and off can help you improve the connection.

4) Try reinstalling the browser to get the latest version.

5) WhatsApp Web works best with a direct high-speed broadband connection.

6) Log in again using the QR Code. WhatsApp Web is supposed to keep you logged in indefinitely, but if it gets cut off, you can lose the connection.

WhatsApp Web and Wi-Fi
Unfortunately, some users have reported problems using WhatsApp Web on Wi-Fi networks, including the “hot spots” found in some public places.

If you want to use WhatsApp Web over your school or workplace’s Wi-Fi network, you may need to check with the administrator. Some organizations do have policies limiting access to services like it. There are also facilities where you will need to get the administrator to grant permission and bypass traffic for you. WhatsApp Web will notify you if a Wi-Fi network is preventing you from accessing it.

The Wi-Fi signal will also have to be strong and very stable to use WhatsApp Web. That means you may have to move around until you find a good place to use it. There are also some networks that are simply not strong enough for WhatsApp Web. That means you may have to access it the old fashioned way—by plugging your computer in.
You may also have some problems using WhatsApp Web on the go because not all systems in public places or vehicles such as trains will support it. That means you may still have to use your phone for messages.

Data Usage and Security
If you have limited data usage on your phone, you should be careful after installing WhatsApp Web because it can quickly use up all your data. Try switching your phone to Wi-Fi if you are a heavy WhatsApp user.
WhatsApp Web is designed to stay logged in, so it is a good idea not to install it on computers that others have access to. If you do not log out when using such a computer, it is entirely possible that somebody else could see your messages.
WhatsApp Web can make your life easier once you’ve mastered it. As with any other application, the best way to learn WhatsApp Web is to start using it.

DOWNLOAD WHATSAPP on Your Device

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What is Whatsapp?
WhatsApp Messenger is a multi-platform mobile messaging app to exchange text (or voice) messages without paying for SMS, which can be installed mostly on any smartphone or mobile device for free.


How to Download Whatsapp on your phone?
WhatsApp Messenger can be downloaded and installed on traditional phone and smartphone like the BlackBerry, Nokia, iPhone, Samsung or any other Android, Windows or Ubuntu phone.

What if I have an old phone?
downloadIf you own an old phone or have any trouble downloading and installing Whatsapp, then follow read this specific tutorial for Java, Symbian or even for Bada Os . If you have an old Nokia smartphone click here or if you have troubles installing Whatsapp on a Samsung device click here.

Can I install Whatsapp Messenger on my Tablet ?
Yes, sure ! Depending on your Operating system (Android, iOs or Windows phone) you can easily install Whatsapp on any tablet like the iPad (Air), Samsung Galaxy tab, HUDL, iPod or even Ubislate tablet. Just go to the Google Play or iTune store , then download and install Whatsapp as you would normally do on your mobile phone.

Can I use whatsapp on my PC (Windows/Linux) or MAC ?
Yes, absolutely. But that require some additional step. If you have a Pc desktop you must first intall the Bluestacks or Youweb Android emulator.whatsapp-pc-tablet A quicker and easier alternative is to first download and install Chrome browser on your pc, then open this page, pull up the Web QR code scanner, scan the QR code and the conversations will immediately start . If you have a Pc with Windows Os click here. If you have a Pc with Linux click here. Or if you have an Apple iOs read this: Whatsapp for Mac tutorial. If you own a Laptop click here or a Macbook Air or Pro click here.

FAQ, Tips & More…
For more FAQ & Tips about Whatsapp read this page or visit the the “How to” section of this site. But if you already Love Whatsapp and want a “special surprise”, then click here. Enjoy !

7 Facts about Whatsapp you must Know

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factsHundreds of million of people use Whatsapp every day. But many of them don’t even know some very basic (but important) fact about this little piece of software. Who created it? When was it released? How does it work? Where does it makes money from? Here below you will find a quick collection of FACTSthe 7 most common and basic facts about Whatsapp:

1) How Whatsapp was created?
how-whatsappWhatsapp was co-founded by Jan Koum and Brian Acton. Jan Koum was born February 24, 1976 in Ukraine. He is now 37, but he was 16 when he moved  from Ukraine to California before creating Whatsapp with his partner Brian Acton. Brian Acton is an American entrepreneur and computer programmer who was born in 1972. After just few years of creating their new “little app”, they are now billionaires, signing a deal with Facebook for $19 billions. However Mark Zuckerberg said that he has known Koum for a long time. After 5 years from its first release Whatsapp is now estimated to be worth about $6.8 billion. But the funny thing is that, in 2009, Acton was rejected by both Twitter and Facebook.

2) When whatsapp started?
Whatsapp was co-founded in 2009. The first official initial release date was in May 2009, which actually went nowhere. But just one month later Apple introduced in iOS 3.0 the “push notifications” function that allowed the founders to re-build WhatsApp as a cross-platform messenger app using the telephone number and the phone’s contacts folder as the foundation of its “social network”.

3) How whatsapp make money?
Today all apps earn money by selling advertisements, purchases of extra services or functionalities or the so called “freemium” model which charge for specific extra features. Whatsapp is making money basically selling a subscription fee of $.99 per download on iOS store or $.99 on other platforms (Android, Windows, etc.) after the first year. Having a large user base the company is earning hundreds of millions of dollars every year. But if you compare those earning with the $19 billion paid by Facebook to acquire the company, you see there is a big gap. So even if today there many options to monetize your software creation, don’t understimate the value that other company can place on your App 🙂

4) What whatsapp can do and How to download it?
what-doWhatsApp is a cross-platform chat messaging app that  allows individuals users or groups to  exchange messages through text (or media like pictures, video and voice messages) without having to pay for SMS. WhatsApp Messenger is available for Android, iPhone, BlackBerry, Nokia and Windows Phone, allowing all those different smartphones brands and Os to easily exchange messages each other. WhatsApp like BBM, iMessage or Facebook messenger relies on data to send messages, saving a lot of money into your monthly bill. The service has an average of more than 800 million monthly active users. To download WhatsApp, visit this page on your mobile phone. After installing it you must check that all your friends who you want to chat or exchange messages with, have already WhatsApp installed on their phones. Indeed they’ll automatically show up under the Contact / Favorites screen of your mobile phone, otherwise manually add their numbers to your contact list as explained here.

5) What is Whatsapp web?
WhatsApp Web is an extension of your WhatsApp account on your phone created for the Computer (Pc or Mac). To use this extension you need  a stable internet connection, an active WhatsApp account on your phone and a (recent) version of a web browser like Firefox, Chrome, Safari or Opera.
Every message sent or received will be automatically synced between your computer and your phone, so that you can see all messages on both devices. To start using it visit https://www.web.whatsapp.com on your Pc, then open WhatsApp on your mobile phone, go to Menu > WhatsApp Web and scan the QR Code which appeared in your computer’s browser. Please remember that at this moment WhatsApp Web is available only for Windows Phone 8.0 and 8.1, Android, BlackBerry, Nokia S60, Nokia S40 and and BB10 smartphones.

6) Why whatsapp is not working?
not-workingWell there could be plenty of reasons for that. But usually, the most simple and common reason why you cannot use WhatsApp, is just because your mobile phone is not connected to the internet. To check if your internet connection is working first verify that you have a Wi-Fi connection or data plan with your carrier’s plan. Then open a webpage (i.e. whatsapp.com) in your browser to see if it’s loading. If it does load then your phone is connected to the internet and you can use Whatsapp as well. Otherwise reboot your telephone and follow the specific steps for your Os and smartphone model ( iPhone, Android, Windows Phone, BlackBerry, Nokia) as explained here: http://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/general/21092998

7) What Whatsapp Tick means?
Blue, grey, single or double tick? What does it mean? WhatsApp recently introduced a new “blue tick” feature to indicate that your (sent) message has been read by the recipient. To be more precise, a single grey tick means that the message has been successfully sent,  2 grey ticks means that the message has been delivered to the other phone (but not read yet), while the double blue tick indicate that the message has been read by the recipient !

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WhatsApp for Android: the update introduces a new keyword search function

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whatsapp updateIf you use WhatsApp with an Android device, you’ll be glad to know that the search function has been improved. In fact now you can search through all your conversations at once.

The popular instant messaging service owned by Facebook is currently used by hundreds of millions of people. The app is downloadable on iOS, Android, BlackBerry OS, Windows Phone and some Nokia devices. So, everyone has noticed that the Android platform is the one more often updated, and recently, with version 2.12.34, we have seen also adding Material Design between its new interfaces.

Well, in addition to this major update, an incredibly useful new feature has been added. This change allows you to search in all your conversations with a keyword, so you don’t have to go through one by one. This is definitely an important improvement, which will save us a lot of time.

In fact, so far the research could only be done on a specific string of text or a phrase in a single conversation. But now, once you choose a keyword, you can search through all your WhatsApp messages in one time. Isnt’ it fantastic? To use this option you just have to type the keyword in the search bar, and you can see all your chats containing that word. More or less what you already do with Google.

It goes without saying that this new function is extremely welcomed, considering how much we use WhatsApp not just with friends and family, but also for our job.But do you rememer that you can save your messages? If you don’t, dont worry, it’s simple. Just go to Settings > Chat Setting > Chat Backup. This function was added by WhatsApp with the 2.12.45 APK and allows you also to choose how often you want your messages to be saved.

WhatsApp adds some new features to its Web client

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whatsapp web aggiornamentiAs you surely know, now WhatsApp allows you to send messages directly from your PC through an internet browser. This service is called WhatsApp Web, and it uses the web client of WhatsApp.

Maybe you have already noticed that during the past few days WhatsApp Web has introduced some significant improvements. Thanks to these enhancements now the PC version of this popular instant messaging application is a little bit more similar to the apps designed for mobile devices. So, let’s have a look to these changes.

Your profile
Well, this is really a good news. With these changes your profile photo and status are now editable. In fact it has been added the possibility to change or insert the profile picture; furthermore you can change your profile status.

Chat
Probably you, as most of its users, use WhatsApp (and WhatsApp Web) mostly to chat with your friends and family. Now, one of the new options will allow you to delete an unwanted chat conversation.  Or, when you need it, it is also possible to archive a chat conversation. If  you want, there are also options that enable you to archive, mute and leave a group chat.

Chat Screen
Also the chat screen has been modified and new functions have been introduced. When you open the chat screen you will find that a red button has been added. This addition will allow you to delete a chat or exit from a group.

Thanks to these changes, now WhatsApp Web is certainly even more convenient to use, and certainly works better than the previous versions. All of these new features are already available on WhatsApp, and the users of the app will not have to do anything. It will be the app itself to take care of the updates from its server.