WhatsApp to Launch Instagram-Style Mention Feature for Status Updates

By: Bhumika

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Updated on: 17-Sep-2024

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WhatsApp is adding an Instagram-like mention feature to status updates. Users can tag contacts, who will get notified and have the option to reshare, enhancing engagement and communication.

Overview:

WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that allows users to mention their contacts in status updates, similar to Instagram’s story tagging. This feature is designed to make interactions more engaging and targeted.

How It Works:

Mentioning Contacts:

Users can now tag specific contacts in their status updates. When a contact is mentioned, they will receive a notification alerting them that they've been tagged. To use this feature, a dedicated button will be available in the caption bar when sharing photos or videos in status updates. This button lets users select contacts to mention before publishing the status.

Notifications and Privacy: Only the mentioned contacts will receive a notification and a message in their chat, letting them know they've been tagged. Other viewers of the status will not see who has been mentioned, ensuring that this interaction remains private between the sender and the mentioned contact.

Resharing:

The mentioned contacts have the option to reshare the status update with their own audience. When they do, the original creator’s identity remains hidden, so viewers of the reshared status cannot directly contact the original creator.

Additional Features:

Automatic Notification: Regardless of the sender’s privacy settings, mentioned contacts will always receive the status update, ensuring they don’t miss important information. Upcoming Enhancements:

Meta AI Voice Options:

WhatsApp is also exploring new voice options for Meta AI. Users may soon have a variety of voice choices with different pitches and tones, enhancing their interaction with the chatbot.

WhatsApp is launching a feature to mention contacts in status updates, ensuring they receive notifications. Additionally, upcoming voice options for Meta AI will offer varied pitches for enhanced interactions.