Meta plans to discontinue the native Windows app for WhatsApp, opting instead for a resource-intensive web wrapper. The latest beta version, which uses approximately 30% more RAM, prioritizes a unified codebase for easier feature integration. However, users may find the web version slower and incompatible with Windows’ Fluent Design System. Though enhanced features may roll out, the transition raises significant performance concerns, leaving many users dissatisfied with the change.
Meta plans to discontinue the native Windows app for WhatsApp, opting instead for a resource-intensive web wrapper. The latest beta version, which uses approximately 30% more RAM, prioritizes a unified codebase for easier feature integration. However, users may find the web version slower and incompatible with Windows’ Fluent Design System. Though enhanced features may roll out, the transition raises significant performance concerns, leaving many users dissatisfied with the change.