2023-09-18 20:54:48
One of the biggest demands from users of WhatsApp is closer than ever to being finally answered: an application for iPad.
More than two years ago, signs in the iOS messenger app pointed to the launch of an iPadOS app, following the launch of multi-device support. More recently, the messenger even tested the possibility for users to add an iPad as a connected device, although not much else has been heard about the topic since then.
Today, however, we have some very important news in this area. According to WABetaInfoo WhatsApp made available, with the beta version number 23.19.1.71 from your iOS app, an iPadOS-compatible app. Those enrolled in the messenger tester program can now download the new version of the app through TestFlight on their tablets.
The configuration and use mechanics are basically the same as WhatsApp on the web and the desktop version of the messenger. You must access the iOS/Android app, go to the “Connected devices” tab in Settings and add the iPad by reading the QR code displayed. The messages are then loaded, and you can use the app normally.
The interesting thing is that, just like the desktop or web version, the beta app for iPad also works independently of the iPhone. In other words, after the initial configuration — which still requires your smartphone — you can send messages and make calls without having to keep your cell phone connected to the internet, although the content is synchronized between devices and continues to be protected by end-to-end encryption. .
As the feature is still in beta phase, only those who have access to the latest test version of the messenger app for iOS (23.19.1.71) will be able to use the iPadOS app. It is also possible that there will be changes before the release of the new feature to the general public, such as the correction of currently existing bugs involving Status and sending location in real time.
Even though it is not yet known exactly when the iPadOS app will be released to all users, the launch of a functional beta version for testers is a great indication that we are close to the feature being made available to the general public. This is great news, which will bring the experience of using the iPad even closer to that of Macs, allowing you to use the messenger on the tablet without having to use WhatsApp Web.
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