WhatsApp, the most popular cross-platform messaging service received an update on the Apple event day. And you know what?? It’s kinda major update after the version 2.11.5. And probably the voice call feature will be announced later this year.
The new WhatsApp version 2.11.9 now got some major tweaks to capture and send photos with a fast camera access button in the interface. And the most awaited features like archive chats and groups, add captions to media and what’s more a minor tweak on the UI.
Recently, Mark Zuckerberg has said a tie-up with Facebook could help messaging service WhatsApp reach two to three billion users, but that it would remain an independent service.
WhatsApp 2.11.9 changelog:
- Added ability to archive chats and groups
- Add captions to photos and videos
- Added fast camera access button for capturing and sending photos
- You can now share slow-motion videos (iPhone 5s only)
- You can now trim videos before sharing them
- Share Location: add support for satellite and hybrid map views when sharing a location
- Share Location: drop and drag pin lets you share a precise location
- New media auto-download preferences: Settings > Chat Settings > Media Auto-Download
- New Wallpapers: Settings > Chat Settings > Chat Wallpapers > Wallpaper Library
- New Notification tones: Settings > Notifications
- You can now attach screenshots when reporting problems
The 49.7-megabyte download requires an iPhone running iOS 4.3 or later.
Available for download : iPhone