WhatsApp is showing Status updates from unsaved numbers
WhatsApp users are reporting a strange issue where Status updates from unsaved contacts are suddenly appearing in their feeds. Reports suggest the behaviour may be spreading across Android, iPhone, and desktop apps...
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WhatsApp users are reporting a baffling issue where Status updates are appearing from unsaved phone numbers, including those previously deleted from contacts.
- The phenomenon has been observed by users on various platforms, including on X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit.
- The exact cause for this behavior remains unclear, with WhatsApp's official help pages offering no definitive explanation.
- Users are questioning whether this is a new, unannounced feature being tested or a potential privacy bug.
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