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“This is a top requested feature. We launched the ability to switch from iPhone to Android last year, and are now adding Android to the iPhone as well.” Also Read – 2022 Audi A8 L to be Launched in India on July 12: View Details
WhatsApp on iPhone needs to be updated to 2.22.10.70 or above. On Android, WhatsApp needs to be updated to 2.22.7.74 or later. Both devices must be connected to the same WiFi network.
Here’s how you can transfer WhatsApp chats from Android to iPhone:
First open the Move to iOS app on your Android phone and follow the on-screen prompts. This may include agreeing to the terms and conditions
A code will be displayed on your iPhone. Enter the code on your Android device.
Select Transfer data and tap “Start” on your Android device and return to the Move to iOS app.
Now, install the latest version of WhatsApp from the App Store and log in using the same phone number
Finish the final setup. After that, you’ll be able to see your chats waiting for you on your new iPhone.
Apple last week announced a slew of new capabilities coming to the iPhone with the release of iOS 16 at its major Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2022.
Users can personalize their lock screen, keep family photos in iCloud Shared Photo Library, remember sent messages, schedule mail, and search for more with Live Text and Visual Look Up.
Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of software engineering, said, “iOS 16 is a major release with updates that will change the way you experience your iPhone.”