WhatsApp transfers from Apple to Android now available on latest Android OS


Those making the switch from iPhone will now be able to keep their WhatsApp chats on their new Android smartphone of any brand, if it runs on the new Android 12 OS. — Google

Those looking to switch from an iPhone to an Android smartphone will now be able to keep their WhatsApp chats, if they choose a device running on Android 12.

Google announced that it had been working with the instant messaging service to enable secure transfers that ensure user data – from text chats to photos and other media – remains protected throughout the process.

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