WhatsApp Is Testing Scheduled Updates for Channels

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    "title": "WhatsApp Is Testing Scheduled Updates for Channels - PhoneWorld",
    "excerpt": "WhatsApp is working on a new feature that could make it easier for channel admins to manage their content. WhatsApp is testing scheduled updates for channels on Android, allowing admins to choose when an update should be published. The feature is currently under development and has not reached beta testers yet. According to WABetaInfo, it was spotted in the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.26.33.5. With the upcoming feature, channel admins will be able to prepare an update and set a specific date and time for it to go live. WhatsApp will then publish the update automatically at the selected time. Admins will not need to keep WhatsApp open or stay online when the update is published. The app will keep the scheduled update in a queue and deliver it at the chosen time. To schedule an update, admins will reportedly need to press and hold the send button. WhatsApp will then show a date and time picker, allowing them to select when the update should appear. Scheduled updates will also be listed in the channel information screen, where admins can manage them before publication. WhatsApp plans to use the same scheduling limits for channel updates as it is developing for regular chats and groups. Admins will reportedly be able to schedule an update at least 10 minutes ahead. They can also schedule content up to two weeks in advance. The 10-minute minimum could give admins enough time to...",
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