Last Updated on 3 weeks by Sweta
After A Long Time of Waiting, WhatsApp Has Finally Launched Their Official iPad App
WhatsApp has released a new app for iPads, a wish that has been there for Apple users for a very long time. Not only that, but this app is not a copy of the iPhone version – it is a fresh WhatsApp for iPad feel.
The sudden appearing of a dedicated iPad app from Meta has already started a flame in the Apple universe, even the most sophisticated users who are managing many devices at a time felt the tremor. Apart from offering all the multitasking features (Split View, Slide Over, and Stage Manager) possible, this messaging application will also bring the workplace to the home user who needs top-notch services.
Yet, that’s only the tip of the iceberg…
The “Companion Mode” Everyone’s Talking About
One of the major drawbacks of using WhatsApp on a tablet that are not dependent on the smartphone is the fact that the phone in the case has to be connected to the internet. That problem is no longer actual. With the new iPad version, you get the so-called “Companion Mode” which enables you to pair the pad with the WhatsApp account in a no-network condition of your phone.
What that simply means is a user is now capable of making video and voice calls, exchanging files, and chatting without a voice cell as well as reviewing the communication history at any time directly from the iPad only. This way, the user can enjoy a completely secure messaging experience free from any kind of internet carrier.
Enhanced Privacy + Multi-Device Sync in Real Time
Meta has been stressing the point that their end-to-end message encryption is still effective for all the devices. The same goes for the iPad version, thus making sure that your chats are still secure. What is new, however, is the introduction of Chat Lock, which permits you to protect some chats with a fingerprint or Face ID, regardless of you sharing your iPad with someone.
Yes, it does! Your chats, statuses, media, calls, and pinned messages will stay in real-time sync between your iPhone and iPad even across different network connections.
More Than Messaging — iPad App Brings Enterprise-Grade Features
The new app carries a lot of features apart from just chatting with friends. It is very obvious that Meta is targeting the business and productivity crowd. On the iPad, you will now have the opportunity to use:
- Group video and voice calls concurring of 32 participants
- The feature of showing the screen during a call for the purposes of a presentation or a tutorial
- Dual-camera support — the camera can be switched between front and back without problems
Add the multitasking features of iPadOS to that, and WhatsApp on an iPad can become a potential rival to Zoom and Slack for small-sized teams and remote workers.
Setup Is Surprisingly Simple
After you install WhatsApp from the App Store on your iPad (iPadOS 15.1 or higher is required), a QR code will come into view. Then, only by scanning it from the WhatsApp settings of your iPhone under “Linked Devices,” and you are already connected. This transition between devices is unbroken—no need to re-enter your number or deal with verification.
What This Means for Apple Users and Why It Matters Now
The moment can hardly be more suitable. When people from all walks of life are using the iPad so frequently, this release really stands out in Meta’s multi-device world domination. WhatsApp actually supports more than 2 billion global users, and iPad was the sole Apple device without any support.
From now on, as the iPad has been brought into the WhatsApp environment, Apple customers will be able to chat uninterruptedly on various devices. And as for Meta, it is a clear indication that WhatsApp is not just a chat app anymore.
Is This Only the Beginning?
Here are some whispers that are floating around the rumor mill saying that Meta might soon enrich the iPad version with complete WhatsApp Business support, more AI-powered functionalities, and even Stories editing tools that are optimized for larger screens. If this is correct, WhatsApp for iPad will be turned into a major productivity center, and this will no longer be just a communication application.
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