WhatsApp Developing In-App Browser for iPhone to Open Links Within App
WhatsApp is developing an in-app browser for iPhone users that will allow links shared in chats to open within the app, eliminating the need to switch to external browsers. This feature, spotted in a recent beta update, will cover all types of links and can be enabled or disabled in WhatsApp's settings. Users will also have options to clear browsing data and switch back to their default browser if desired, enhancing convenience while using the app.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (52/100). Lens Score 34/100.
Outlets measured: news18, timesnow. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 19 Oct, 01:32 pm. Other outlets followed.
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