<p>Last week, WhatsApp released a new update--v 2.19.112 and v2.19.308-- to the messenger app versions of iOS and Android, bringing more security features for the group chat. </p>.<p>But, many Android and iOS mobile users who upgraded to the new WhatsApp update, are saying that the app is draining the battery despite not using it.</p>.<p>Also, the issue of battery depletion is affecting phones with Android Pie or the latest Android 10 OS. There is a high number of complaints from OnePlus, Xiaomi and Pixel phone owners on social media platforms and community forums.</p>.<p>Read more | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/specials/whatsapp-makes-changes-to-group-chat-privacy-settings-774074.html" target="_blank">WhatsApp makes changes to group chat privacy settings</a></p>.<p>As of now, there is no official response from WhatsApp. But likely to be resolved with a firmware patch soon.</p>.<p><strong>Temporary solution for WhatsApp battery-draining:</strong></p>.<p>By enabling low battery mode, the device stops all apps from working in the background and saves the battery from draining fast.</p>.<p><strong>For iPhones:</strong></p>.<p>Go to Settings >> Battery >> Low Power Mode</p>.<p><strong>For Android phones:</strong></p>.<ol> <li>Open your phone's Settings app.</li> <li>Tap <strong>Battery</strong><strong> </strong></li></ol>.<ol><li> <strong>Battery saver </strong></li></ol>.<ol><li> <b id="docs-internal-guid-db9e7fea-7fff-2f4f-772f-280c335f5eb2">Set a schedule.</b></li></ol>.<p><strong>Pick when battery saver will turn on, for example:</strong></p>.<p><strong>No schedule:</strong> Only when you turn on the battery saver manually.</p>.<p><strong>Based on percentage:</strong> When your battery reaches a certain percentage charge, like 5%.</p>.<p>In a related development, WhatsApp is planning to bring a Snapchat-like self-destructive message feature.</p>.<p>It will be called the 'Disappearing Messages'. Once marked, the message gets deleted from the chat session after a set-time expires. This will also work with group chat as well.</p>.<p>As of now, 'Disappearing Messages' is available on WhatApp (v2.19.275) beta application for Android mobiles only. </p>.<p>Soon, it is expected to be released for iOS-based WhatsApp beta on the Apple App Store.</p>.<p>Read more | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/specials/whatsapp-tipped-to-bring-this-snapchat-feature-soon-766019.html" target="_blank">WhatsApp all set to bring this Snapchat feature</a> </p>.<p><i>Get the latest news on new launches, gadget reviews, apps and more on personal technology only on <b><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tag/dh-tech" target="_blank">DH Tech</a>.</b></i></p>
<p>Last week, WhatsApp released a new update--v 2.19.112 and v2.19.308-- to the messenger app versions of iOS and Android, bringing more security features for the group chat. </p>.<p>But, many Android and iOS mobile users who upgraded to the new WhatsApp update, are saying that the app is draining the battery despite not using it.</p>.<p>Also, the issue of battery depletion is affecting phones with Android Pie or the latest Android 10 OS. There is a high number of complaints from OnePlus, Xiaomi and Pixel phone owners on social media platforms and community forums.</p>.<p>Read more | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/specials/whatsapp-makes-changes-to-group-chat-privacy-settings-774074.html" target="_blank">WhatsApp makes changes to group chat privacy settings</a></p>.<p>As of now, there is no official response from WhatsApp. But likely to be resolved with a firmware patch soon.</p>.<p><strong>Temporary solution for WhatsApp battery-draining:</strong></p>.<p>By enabling low battery mode, the device stops all apps from working in the background and saves the battery from draining fast.</p>.<p><strong>For iPhones:</strong></p>.<p>Go to Settings >> Battery >> Low Power Mode</p>.<p><strong>For Android phones:</strong></p>.<ol> <li>Open your phone's Settings app.</li> <li>Tap <strong>Battery</strong><strong> </strong></li></ol>.<ol><li> <strong>Battery saver </strong></li></ol>.<ol><li> <b id="docs-internal-guid-db9e7fea-7fff-2f4f-772f-280c335f5eb2">Set a schedule.</b></li></ol>.<p><strong>Pick when battery saver will turn on, for example:</strong></p>.<p><strong>No schedule:</strong> Only when you turn on the battery saver manually.</p>.<p><strong>Based on percentage:</strong> When your battery reaches a certain percentage charge, like 5%.</p>.<p>In a related development, WhatsApp is planning to bring a Snapchat-like self-destructive message feature.</p>.<p>It will be called the 'Disappearing Messages'. Once marked, the message gets deleted from the chat session after a set-time expires. This will also work with group chat as well.</p>.<p>As of now, 'Disappearing Messages' is available on WhatApp (v2.19.275) beta application for Android mobiles only. </p>.<p>Soon, it is expected to be released for iOS-based WhatsApp beta on the Apple App Store.</p>.<p>Read more | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/specials/whatsapp-tipped-to-bring-this-snapchat-feature-soon-766019.html" target="_blank">WhatsApp all set to bring this Snapchat feature</a> </p>.<p><i>Get the latest news on new launches, gadget reviews, apps and more on personal technology only on <b><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/tag/dh-tech" target="_blank">DH Tech</a>.</b></i></p>
