With the update, it is easier to use the Whatsapp account on several different devices.
Whatsapp is an instant messaging application used by many. IAN LANGSDON
The Whatsapp instant messaging application is getting a new update. The new update brings with it the so-called “Companion mode” feature, which allows the account to be linked to a maximum of four different phones.
Until now, the application’s account could be used in addition to the phone, for example, with a computer browser, but with limited features.
With the new update, it is possible for the user to activate the application’s account also on, for example, a work phone. The feature also works when the primary phone does not have an internet connection.
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According to Wabetainfo website the feature is available to all beta testers with an Android device who download the update. The feature is coming to Apple systems later.
The update is available on Android version 2.23.8.2 and above of the app.
Here’s how to use the feature
You can share the account with other devices by downloading the latest update of the application for both devices.
After downloading the application, select “link device” when setting up the secondary device. After that, on the application’s main user device, select “linked devices” from the settings, where a QR code should open.
After reading the QR code on the new device, the account should be shared after this process.