According to reports, WhatsApp is developing a feature that will let iPhone users move chats from one device to another without using an iCloud backup. The new functionality is already accessible for some beta testers after installing the most recent WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.9.0.72, according to a report from WaBetaInfo.
The article also includes a screenshot of the upcoming “Transfer Chats to iPhone” feature. You can access the feature under WhatsApp Settings > Chats. This functionality will enable WhatsApp iOS users to move their chat history from one iPhone to another without utilising an iCloud backup.
Once the feature is enabled, users of Apple iPhones will need to download WhatsApp on their new phone. And they can sign up using the same phone number. Additionally, to transfer chat history, scan the QR code displayed on the new phone using the old device
The new functionality will provide a quicker and more effective solution for users to move their media files. And chat history from one device to another without using iCloud. The feature is helpful for users who can’t save chat history to iCloud because of the 5GB storage limit. This also works for those who do not wish to expand their iCloud storage by subscribing to a particular plan.
The new WhatsApp feature for Apple iPhone users is still in development. And is only accessible to a small number of iOS beta testers. In the upcoming weeks, a wider rollout is very expected.
WhatsApp is reportedly working on an upgrade that would allow users to annotate forwarded media. Through the Google Play Beta Programme, the well-known instant messaging service, which is owned by Meta, has released a beta version of the update.
Some beta testers have access to the new upgrade that allows them to add explanations to shared photos, videos, GIFs, and documents.
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