WhatsApp Transitions to a New Platform
In a significant move, WhatsApp has decided to drop its native Windows app. This change comes as part of a strategy by Meta to enhance development efficiency. The native app, once hailed by a Microsoft executive as an “exemplary modern Windows app”, will now be replaced with a Chromium-based web wrapper.
This decision signifies a shift in WhatsApp’s approach to application development. While the native app offered a dedicated experience, the new web wrapper aims to simplify updates and maintenance. Users may notice differences in performance, but Meta believes this transition will ultimately serve their long-term goals.
