WhatsApp will soon tell you which of your friends are online
Last Updated: 2026-05-25 13:32:02
WhatsApp is bringing more useful features and tools for its users and the latest one might remind people about yesteryear apps like Yahoo Messenger and MSN Messenger. Yes, the popular platform is working on a new section where you can see the people who are currently online or were online a few minutes or hours ago.
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WhatsApp testing feature to show friends' online status easily- Indians can now recharge mobiles directly via WhatsApp
- Rollout schedule and Android support remain unconfirmed
WhatsApp has let you see the status of your friends and family but you need to jump through multiple hoops to see those details. The new change will make sure you can see their online status with a single tap at the bottom of the screen.
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WhatsApp is said to be working on this feature through the iPhone beta, as hinted by tipster WaBetaInfo in its recent post. The new contacts hub will be merged in the main profile section of the user, where you will see the people who were recently online.
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The clip here, courtesy the tipster, gives you a clear idea about how the new hub will be part of WhatsApp’s growing feature and tool list which also includes AI in a big way.
The report doesn’t say when the feature will be rolled out widely, or if Android users will also get the option for their account any time soon. But we do expect WhatsApp to have some plans in place if the tests are already being done in the development phase.
WhatsApp has recently introduced the option of prepaid mobile recharge for users in India, enabling transactions directly within the app. The update supports major telecom operators including Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi). The rollout is being conducted in phases and will reach Android and iOS users over the coming weeks.
The feature allows browsing of available plans within the app, removing the need to switch to external recharge platforms. Once a plan is selected, users can review details and confirm the transaction.