WhatsApp migrating chat history from Android to iOS

The function to migrate chats appeared in the latest beta update for iOS, specifically 22.2.74, which has been released through the TestFlight program

The WhatsApp instant messaging app continues to work on a feature that allows chat history, including media files, to be imported from Android devices to iOS .

As reported by the WABetaInfo portal, the function of migrating chats has appeared in the latest beta update for iOS, specifically 22.2.74, which has been released through the TestFlight program. It had already been included previously in v.2.21.20.11 of the beta for Android.

Thanks to this function, those who have previously used devices with an Android operating system who wish to transfer WhatsApp information to terminals manufactured by Apple will be able to access their previous conversations. 

What is it about?

As published by the aforementioned portal, users will be able to migrate their histories from Android to iOS as long as they do not skip the import step of the chat history. This is because it is not possible to restore it once the WhatsApp application has been opened.

It should be remembered that it was in September 2021 when this same portal announced that WhatsApp was working on a migration from Android to iOS. Then, he indicated that it could require the use of a physical cable to connect both mobiles, as well as an application created for this purpose, ” Move to iOS “.

Currently the migration of the chat history is possible from Apple devices to others that work with the Android operating system, such as Samsung terminals, the first to do so were the Galaxy and Pixel, from Google .

This is a feature that is currently under development, so beta testers don’t have access to it either. Its release and implementation date is currently unknown.

WhatsApp “hidden” options

One of its innovative WhatsApp features is the secret quick menu that can be displayed on both Android and Apple -made devices.

Using it is very simple, on Android you just have to press your finger on the app icon on your mobile device and see how three options are displayed: quick access to the camera, more frequent conversations and the possibility of uninstalling the application.

It will also be displayed if the device is linked to a computer using the WhatsApp Web tool.

In addition, frequent chats can generate a shortcut if you keep your finger pressed on them as well, so that you can easily locate it on the desktop of your mobile device, as if it were just another app.

The quick access to the camera to send a photo via WhatsApp can also become a shortcut in the applications menu.

In iOS, Apple’s operating system, pressing and holding the WhatsApp icon displays four options: a QR code to share contacts, the camera, a new chat, and search.

In the secret menu you can also find an hourglass icon that allows you to pause or freeze the application for a designated period, to avoid receiving messages at some time of the day if that is what you want.

In case this secret menu is not displayed, it is likely that the application will need to be updated.