WhatsApp makes surprise debut on Apple Watch with voice notes, chat history support and more features

By Admin

05 Nov, 2025

In a move that caught many by surprise, WhatsApp has officially launched its companion app for the Apple Watch, allowing users to stay connected without constantly reaching for their iPhones. The new app empowers users to read and respond to messages, manage notifications, and even send voice notes all directly from their wrist.

A New Era of WhatsApp Convenience
WhatsApp announced the rollout on Tuesday, highlighting that this new experience aims to help users “stay on top of their chats without needing to pull out their iPhone.” For the first time, Apple Watch owners can access a variety of WhatsApp features designed specifically for the smartwatch interface, making communication smoother and more seamless than ever before.

What Can the WhatsApp Apple Watch App Do?
The companion app offers several highly requested features:

• Users can see call notifications and read full messages, including longer texts.
  
  

• The app allows users to record and send voice messages directly from their wrist.
  
  

• You can react to messages with emojis, similar to the iPhone version.
  
  

• It also supports clearer image and sticker previews, enhancing visual communication.
  
  

• Most notably, users can access chat history for ongoing conversations something rarely seen in smartwatch messaging apps.
  
  

Security Remains a Priority
Just like its mobile and web counterparts, all messages and calls on the Apple Watch app are end-to-end encrypted, ensuring user privacy and data protection remain uncompromised.

Device Compatibility and Requirements
To enjoy these features, users will need an Apple Watch Series 4 or later running on watchOS 10 or newer. The app syncs seamlessly with the iPhone, offering a connected experience while maintaining the independence of smartwatch functionality.

Expanding the Apple Ecosystem
This development reflects WhatsApp’s increasing focus on the Apple ecosystem. Earlier this year, the company introduced its long-awaited iPad app, addressing one of the most requested features by Apple users. Now, with Apple Watch support, WhatsApp continues to strengthen its presence across Apple devices.

How It Compares to Rivals
Interestingly, WhatsApp’s competitor Snapchat also launched an Apple Watch app earlier this year. However, Snapchat’s version offers limited functionality it doesn’t allow users to view Snaps or pictures and provides only partial chat history. In contrast, WhatsApp’s companion app goes a step further by offering a richer messaging experience complete with chat history and clearer visuals.

What’s Missing?
Despite the major leap, the WhatsApp Apple Watch app still lacks some key features, such as the ability to make voice or video calls, create new chats, or view status updates. These may be added in future updates as the app continues to evolve.

Final Thoughts
WhatsApp’s Apple Watch debut marks a significant step in the evolution of wearable messaging. By giving users more control and convenience on their wrist, the Meta-owned platform is redefining how people stay connected proving that smartwatches are no longer just fitness trackers, but fully functional communication hubs.