1 week Ago By Priya Singh
WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows users to add music to their Status updates, enhancing the platform’s storytelling experience. The rollout is happening gradually and will reach users worldwide in the coming weeks. Similar to Instagram Stories and Snapchat, WhatsApp Status lets users share temporary images and short videos, which disappear after a set period.
This update adds another layer of personalization, making Status updates more engaging and dynamic. big news for people who love to put lyrics on their status: now you can add music, too— WhatsApp (@WhatsApp) April 1, 2025 WhatsApp's new feature will let users add music to their Status updates from a vast song library, making the process seamless. A music note icon will appear when creating a Status, allowing users to browse and select tracks.
They can also choose a short segment of the song, with photo-based updates supporting up to 15-second clips and video updates allowing up to 60 seconds of music. WhatsApp assures users that, like most of its features, Status updates are end-to-end encrypted, ensuring that neither WhatsApp nor anyone else can see what you share or which songs you add. ALSO SEE: iPhone Users In India Can Now Access Apple Intelligence – Here’s How To Update, Eligible Devices WhatsApp users on iPhones can now set the app as their default for messaging and calls, thanks to the latest update (version 25.
8.74). This change, first reported by WABetaInfo, enables WhatsApp to appear in the default app selection menu within iOS settings.
Apple initially introduced the ability to choose preferred default apps with iOS 18.2, a feature originally expected to be limited to the European Union. However, it has now been rolled out globally, marking a major shift in Apple’s traditionally closed ecosystem and giving users more control over their communication preferences.
what @edsheeran said you can now add music to your WhatsApp Status. find the Perfect song for every mood 🫶 pic.twitter.
com/0zPluYlOCO — WhatsApp (@WhatsApp) March 28, 2025 Once WhatsApp is set as the default app for Messaging and Calling, iPhones will automatically launch it instead of Apple's built-in Messages and Phone/FaceTime apps. This means that tapping the message or call button in a contact’s card within the iPhone’s Contacts app will now open WhatsApp directly. This update enhances user convenience by allowing seamless integration of WhatsApp as the primary communication platform on iOS.
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