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7 WhatsApp settings you might have missed – and how to use them
By Alex Blake published
You can power up WhatsApp by adjusting a few hidden settings – here are 7 of the best changes to make.

Russia is using DNS and DPI to block YouTube, Telegram and WhatsApp while pushing state-controlled MAX as alternative
By Chiara Castro published
Russia has completely blocked access to Telegram, WhatsApp, and YouTube. Citizens keep looking for ways around, but VPNs are also being targeted.

Hate WhatsApp on Android? Try my picks for 5 great alternatives
By James Rogerson published
Whether your priority is privacy, customization, or other features, there'll be a WhatsApp alternative that suits you.

Best alternative to Skype of 2026
By Matt Hanson last updated
Updated We list the best alternatives to Skype, to make it simple and easy to find something to replace Skype with now that Microsoft has ended the service.

7 great WhatsApp alternatives for Android users
By Jamie Richards published
A selection of yap apps for Android users

Google Messages is getting more handy tools – keep an eye out for these 3 new features
By Rowan Davies published
This is the year that Google Messages finally gets group chat mentions, and a more advanced long-press menu.

WhatsApp is getting one of its best upgrades in years — here are 3 new ways to supercharge your group chats
By Rowan Davies published
These new WhatsApp tools are coming to group chats — and I can't wait to get my hands on the new text sticker feature.

Worrying WhatsApp attack can steal messages and even accounts - here's how to stay safe from "poisoned" attack
By Sead Fadilpašić published
A fork of a popular project was found on npm, but not before it amassed tens of thousands of downloads.

WhatsApp user warning - hackers are hijacking accounts without any need to crack the authentication, so be on your guard
By Efosa Udinmwen published
WhatsApp GhostPairing attacks let hackers hijack accounts using device-linking, exposing messages and media while bypassing authentication completely.
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