SMRTR TechNov 20, 2025Engadget

WhatsApp is bringing back its very first feature

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WhatsApp is reviving "About," its original feature that functions like a status update or AIM away message, allowing users to share what they're doing at a glance with contacts. The message appears on profiles and chat tops, automatically disappearing after 24 hours unless users adjust the timing, and visibility can be restricted to contacts only or made public. This update mirrors similar note features found in Instagram and Facebook, rolling out to all mobile users this week.

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