WhatsApp upgrades CarPlay and Android Auto with calls, messaging, and contacts

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WhatsApp has announced a series of updates expanding its functionality across multiple platforms and devices. The messaging app now offers enhanced integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing drivers to hear and reply to messages hands-free directly from their car's screen. Users can also make calls, check call history, and access favorite contacts while on the road. Additionally, WhatsApp is introducing support for iPad sign-ups, broadening its availability across Apple devices.

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