Science & Tech · Big Tech & Internet · 1 hr ago

WhatsApp tests scheduled messages with some Android beta users

WhatsApp is testing scheduled messages with a limited number of people using its Android beta app.

The feature lets users choose a date and time to send a message in an individual or group chat.

Messages can be scheduled from 10 minutes to two weeks ahead, and they can be sent even if the sender’s device is offline at the chosen time.

The feature currently supports text, links, photos and videos, with one photo or video allowed per message.

Scheduled messages are end-to-end encrypted and can be viewed, changed or deleted before they are sent.

In group chats, the message goes only to people who were members when it was scheduled.

WhatsApp has not said when the feature will become available to everyone.

Sources

GSMArena · 1 hr ago