With the latest beta version of WhatsApp, a new option was noted in chat settings. It enables users to move chat history from one Android phone to another, without the need for Google Drive to get involved. This is sure to come in handy if you’re looking to quickly transfer your active chats to a brand new smartphone, without the stress wondering if the cloud backup is up to date.
A screenshot of the feature, courtesy of WAbetainfo.
Naturally, the option to backup your chats to Google Drive is still there and won’t be replaced by this new function, at least for the time being. If you really care about keeping your chat history safe, then utilizing both options will probably be your best bet, as they are not mutually exclusive.
As of now, we have no clue when this feature will roll out to live versions of WhatsApp, but it’s always nice to see that new quality of life improvements are underway. WhatsApp has been on a roll recently with wholesome updates, with the latest live one being the introduction of proxy support for users worldwide.
With its numerous plans slowly becoming realized, the Meta-owned company looks to be aiming to make the most out of 2023. It’s great to see that so many of them are indeed being catered to their core-audience, and based on user feedback.
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Stan, also known as Stako, is a smartphone enthusiast who loves exploring the limits of Android customization. His journey with mobile tech began with the Nokia 5110 and evolved with devices like the BlackBerry 9350 Curve and Samsung Galaxy A4. Despite his love for Android, he holds equal respect for Apple, considering the iPhone 4s as a significant milestone in mobile tech. Stan started his writing career early, contributing to MetalWorld, and harbors a passion for creative writing. Beyond smartphones, he's interested in photography, design, composition, and gaming, often preferring solo projects to hone his objective thinking. He's also an avid student of open-source technology and consoles, with a special fondness for the Pebble Watch, Arduboy, and Playdate.
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