WhatsApp is developing custom audiences for status updates on Android to let users create reusable contact lists with names and emojis for targeted sharing.
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March 26, 2026
WhatsApp is rolling out a Meta AI tab to some Android beta testers in version 2.26.10.5 replacing the Communities tab with a central hub for AI chat and voice.
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March 13, 2026
WhatsApp is rolling out parent-managed accounts on Android and iOS, letting parents review contacts and monitor account activity without reading messages.
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March 12, 2026
WhatsApp is currently developing higher tier Meta AI subscription plans for Android users, with the free version confirmed to remain available to everyone.
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March 11, 2026
WhatsApp is rolling out a channel forward count feature on Android beta 2.26.10.3, now letting all followers see how many times any update was forwarded.
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March 10, 2026