Meta-owned WhatsApp is working on letting you log into multiple accounts on a single iPhone without having to use its business-focused app.
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WhatsApp joins Meta’s Accounts Center; you can now cross-post on Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp
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WhatsApp gains AR camera effects, quicker reactions and other perks
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