WhatsApp desktop app for Windows and Mac launched

WhatsApp last year in January launched it web client, which allowed users to access the service on their PCs. Earlier this month it was reported that WhatsApp is working on desktop apps. Now, the popular instant messaging service has officially launched native desktop apps for Windows and Mac desktops, letting you chat with your friends while your phone stays in your pocket.

The desktop app is simply an extension of the mobile app, which mirrors conversation and messages from your mobile devices to your desktop. The desktop app is available for PCs running Windows 8 or higher and Max OS X 10.9 or up.

WhatsApp desktop app offers native desktop notifications, better keyboard shortcuts and more. The UI for the native app is almost similar to that of WhatsApp for Web except for minor tweaks.

It can be downloaded from WhatsApp website from the desktop browser. After installing it on your PC, you will need to scan the QR code using the WhatsApp app on your mobile device. Note that, you'll need the mobile app running on your mobile device for it it work on desktops. With the launch WhatsApp is now running
across all popular platforms in app form.

Apple iOS 9, OS X El Capitan public betas released

Apple has released beta version of its iOS 9 mobile OS and OS X El Capitan for the general public using eligible iOS devices. Users need to join the Apple Beta Software Program with their Apple ID to download the software. Once you have registered for the public beta, a built-in feedback assistant app appears on the Home screen of your iOS device and Dock on your Mac.

The iOS 9 beta is more polished than the version that was available for developers last month. The new update brings a number of new features and improvements like intelligent search with Siri, Split-screen multitasking on iPad, improved built in Map, News & Note apps, improved Apple Pay, Battery optimization and enhanced security features.

Some of the changes in OS X El Capitan include visual enhancements, system level font which is now San Francisco, Split-view feature, Notes app, improved Safari browser & photos app and more.

As the OS is in its initial stage and unfinished it is not going to be a smooth ride and there are high chances you will encounter bugs and face issues. If you are ok with it, hit the source link to get started.

Source : Apple