What Are WhatsApp Channels And How To Subscribe To Them
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Messaging platform WhatsApp launched its Telegram-like feature called 'Channels' - A one-way broadcast tool for users to follow celebrities and handles of their interest like news, cinema, sports, entertainment, technology and even memes etc.
Meta founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mark Zuckerberg launched the feature in India and over 150 countries. In a Facebook post, Mr Zuckerberg said, "Today we're starting to roll out WhatsApp Channels globally and adding thousands of new channels that people can follow in WhatsApp.
WhatsApp users have to ensure that they are using the updated version of the app. WhatsApp channels are available in the 'Updates' column next to chats on the app. The users then have to click on a (+) sign and then on 'New Channel'. Click on 'Get Started' after which the application will give some prompts on the screen.
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