San Francisco: Meta has launched WhatsApp for iPad, more than 15 years after the popular instant messaging service debuted in 2009 and the first-generation iPad in 2010. WhatsApp is now available for free download from the App Store, with support for most of the features and functions found in the iPhone version.
According to Oman News Agency, the iPad app allows users to make video and audio calls with up to 32 people, share screen, and use both front and back cameras with other users during calls. WhatsApp for iPad works with iPadOS features like Stage Manager, Split View, and Slide Over, enabling it to run alongside other apps. This means users can view their messages in a split-screen view while browsing the web or watching videos, making the larger screen more practical for multitasking compared to mobile devices.
iPad users previously had to rely on the web version through a browser or use desktop apps for macOS and Windows OS. The new app is expected to enhance the user experience by providing a more integrated and seamless way to use WhatsApp on the iPad.