WhatsApp To Let Users Chat Without Sharing Phone Numbers Soon

How to reserve and change your WhatsApp username

WhatsApp now lets users reserve usernames ahead of the feature’s full rollout, making it possible to connect without sharing a phone number once usernames go live.

‘Pretty archaic’: Calls for the introduction of new ways to contact triple zero

​Tech Guide Editor Stephen Fenech calls for new ways to contact triple zero to be introduced following Telstra’s outage. ​“It seems pretty archaic that the only way you can contact triple zero is through a phone network,” Mr Fenech told Sky News host Jaimee Rogers. ​“It is 2026; we should be able to text triple zero or contact them through WhatsApp or FaceTime or Messenger. ​“That way we are covered, so if we’ve lost our cellular connection, at least we’ve got our Wi-Fi, our broadband connection to then facilitate that call.”

WA Police issue warning as Telstra outage disrupts calls to Triple Zero

People trying to call Triple Zero are being affected by a nationwide Telstra outage.

WhatsApp is getting usernames, so you won’t have to share your phone number: How to claim yours first

What to know Ever hesitated to give your phone number to someone you just met, but still wanted to stay in touch? Now, WhatsApp is... The post WhatsApp is getting usernames, so you won’t have to share your phone number: How to claim yours first appeared first on NOW Toronto.

How to Reserve Your Username on WhatsApp: A Step-By-Step Guide

WhatsApp on Monday announced that it is now allowing users to reserve their usernames on the instant messaging platform, in preparation for the upcoming feature, which will allow you to search for...

Telus Plans to Lock New Phones for 60 Days. The CRTC Already Told Bell No.

Telus is asking the CRTC to let carriers lock new phones to their network for up to 60 days after purchase, and the company says it plans to start doing it on July 30 whether or not the regulator signs off first. The carrier filed a Part 1 application with the CRTC on May 22, [] The post Telus Plans to Lock New Phones for 60 Days. The CRTC Already Told Bell No. first appeared on iPhone in Canada.

How to secure your WhatsApp username handle and hide your phone number

WhatsApp boosts user privacy with username, allowing anonymity in interactions. New business tools improve customer engagement without showing phone numbers.

Best Senior Phone Plans of 2026

If you or a senior family member needs phone service, anyone 55 and older can save money with these specific phone plans tailored to their needs.

Telstra outage LIVE: Users report mass network disruption across Australia

Users across Australia are reporting a widespread Telstra network outage, with thousands left without mobile reception during the Wednesday morning rush hour

UK charities launch Venezuela earthquakes appeal

At least 1,700 people have died and tens of thousands are feared missing after the twin quakes.

Rockfall on Taichung hiking trail leaves 4 without vital signs, 1 injured

Taichung, June 27 (CNA) Four people lost vital signs and one was injured Saturday after being struck by falling rocks while hiking near Butterfly Valley Waterfall in Taichung, authorities said.

Japan mobile carriers to delay rollout of 060 prefix

In Japan, phone numbers with the existing prefixes of 090, 080 and 070 are running short as the number of mobile phone users continues to increase.

‘They’re left with nothing’: Venezuela Earthquake Appeal launched to support victims

More than 1,700 people have died and tens of thousands are believed missing after last week's devastating earthquakes

Bizarre ‘time travel’ bug blamed for catastrophic Telstra outage

The widespread outage led to at least 300 Triple Zero calls failing, and six customers tell Telstra they needed more help when welfare checks were conducted.

WhatsApp submits reply on 'username' notice; govt examining messaging platform's response: Sources

WhatsApp will show whether a first-time sender is a new account, a contact, a mutual group member or from another country, before users respond

Putting phones to bed first

Putting phones to bed first

Telia says fraud calls fell nearly 33% in first half of 2026

Telia says fraud calls fell nearly 33% in first half of 2026

Turkish foreign minister discusses bilateral ties, regional developments with Qatari premier

Hakan Fidan and Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani speak by phone, diplomatic sources say

Putin and Trump Hold Constructive Phone Call, Discuss Ukraine and Middle East – Kremlin Aide

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held a new phone call, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said.

Confirmed: Real Madrid to face Fiorentina in pre-season friendly on August 1

Real Madrid have officially annonced that they will play a pre-season friendly against Fiorentina on Saturday, August 1, with kickoff scheduled for 6:00 p.m. local time.The match will take place at th...

Actor Prosenjit says meeting with Suvendu Adhikari only a courtesy call

Actor Prosenjit says meeting with Suvendu Adhikari only a courtesy call

Clingy Virgin Media fined £28M for refusing to take the hint

Ofcom: Telco encouraged staff to drop calls and put customers on hold for no reason when they wanted to cancel

Dbeibah and the Pakistan Army Chief Discuss Issues of Common Interest by Phone.

Dbeibah and the Pakistan Army Chief discuss issues of common interest by phone.

Old servers found to be the likely reason behind Telstra outage

Old servers were the likely culprit behind the nationwide Telstra blackout, as the telco potentially faces hefty fines.

Four arrests for negligence that caused wildfires

Four people have been arrested for accidentally starting wildfires over the past 24 hours, authorities said Tuesday, as the Fire Service was summoned to deal with more than 30 blazes.

No phone call from Trump yesterday, but Putin always glad to speak — Kremlin

Speaking on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Turkey’s Ankara on July 8, US President Trump announced that he intended to hold a telephone call with Russian President Putin later that day

TalkTalk Wholesale Arm Is Said to Draw Interest From Telecel

Telecel Group is among bidders competing to acquire TalkTalk Telecom Group’s wholesale telecommunications business, people familiar with the matter said.

WHO Warns Over 1,300 Fatalities Recorded in Europe Due to Heatwave-Induced Impact

Geneva, June 28 (QNA) - The World Health Organization (WHO) announced Sunday that more than 1,000 people have died as a result of a heatwave sweeping across Europe since June 21.

Real Madrid La Liga opener to be postponed with key stars poised to play World Cup semi finals

Real Madrid will have to wait a little longer before kicking off their 2026/27 La Liga campaign.The Athletic reports that the Spanish top flight has agreed to delay the club’s opening fixture becaus...

World : 15 Killed In Fire At Commercial Building In India's Lucknow City

HYDERABAD, June 22 (Bernama) -- At least 15 people, mostly young students, were reported killed and many others injured in a fire at a commercial building in India's Lucknow city on Monday.

NC Attorney General pushes for further federal crackdown on illegal robocalls

The North Carolina Department of Justice says unused phone numbers are behind billions of scam calls each year and account for approximately 2 billion in losses.

Telus wants CRTC to bring back phone locking to prevent theft

Vancouver-based national telecom Telus wants the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) to bring back device locking to prevent fraud and theft. Telus filed an application with the commission in May 2026 seeking a review of Canada’s Wireless Code to add a new, temporary 60-day device locking period for smartphones and other mobile devices. While []

Antwerp fire: Several people killed as blaze rips though apartment block

Several people were killed in a fire that broke out ​on Wednesday morning in an ​apartment block in ‌the Belgian city of ‌Antwerp, local ‌police said on their website.

Irish couple among three killed in 'heartbreaking' Spain holiday crash

A young couple have been named among three Irish victims killed in a crash in southern Spain.

Check your mobile phone setting to avoid broadband issues in hot weather

The hot weather can cause major issues if you are working from home

Merz congratulates Trump on 250th anniversary

Merz talks to Trump on the phone on 250th anniversary of US independence. They also discuss the upcoming NATO summit.

Three people are confirmed dead after huge fire at building in west London

Three people are confirmed dead after huge fire at building in west London

Fire in Belgian apartment block leaves at least 6 people dead, many injured

At least six people have died in a fire at an apartment block on the outskirts of Antwerp, Belgium