Recently, WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging platform, announced that it is working on a channel feature that will allow businesses, influencers and individuals to share product updates, news and other related information with their followers.
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WABetaInfo, a trusted source for WhatsApp updates in beta, recently revealed that the platform is working on a feature called “Channel Notifications”. This feature will notify users when channels are available for their account.
WABetaInfo states: “In our previous article on WhatsApp beta update for Android 2.23.12.20, we highlighted the introduction of Channels, the new private one-way broadcasting tool announced by WhatsApp.”
“This feature allows users to receive updates from organizations that matter to them and is currently available in Singapore and Colombia. With the WhatsApp beta update for Android 2.23.15.11, some beta testers will be able to test the ability to send notifications when a channel is available for their accounts,” added blog.
Source: WABetaInfo
Channel announcements will be a useful feature for businesses and organizations that want to make sure their members know about new channels.
To use this feature, users simply need to click on the channel invite link. The link will show a message whether or not the channel is enabled.
It’s important to note that channels are currently only available in Singapore and Colombia, so users will need to have a connection to the channel from one of those countries.
According to WABetaInfo, “To check if the channel feature is enabled for your WhatsApp account, you can try opening the channel invite link. Note that channels are currently limited to Singapore and Colombia, so you will need access to channels created in those countries.”
In a nutshell, WhatsApp Channel Notifications feature is a useful way to keep users updated with new channels. WhatsApp is constantly working to provide updates and new features to make its platform more user-friendly.
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