Meta has announced that WhatsApp for Windows will no longer be offered as a standalone native application and will instead function as a web app. This decision comes just a few months after the launch of the iPad native version.
Instead of a traditional Windows interface, the new WhatsApp will utilize Microsoft's Edge WebView2, simplifying the codebase but also leading to increased memory usage and less native integration with Windows 11.
The updated version of the app includes new features such as support for WhatsApp Channels and enhanced status capabilities. However, the overall interface has become simpler, with limited settings and changes to notifications.
This change has disappointed many users who previously enjoyed the advantages of native applications.
The native version of WhatsApp for Windows existed for only a short period but allowed users to communicate without being tethered to their smartphones.
