WhatsApp: WhatsApp is going beyond Linked Devices and adding a new Peripherals feature. What is it and how will it work?

WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature for its iOS users that will make it easier to identify devices linked to their account. This new update is currently being made available to some users through the TestFlight beta program, but there are indications that it will gradually be released to the stable version as well.

Under this new feature, WhatsApp has added a new option called "Peripherals" in the Linked Devices section. Its purpose is to display devices that automatically connect to the WhatsApp account without requiring a QR code scan or a 6-digit code. These connections happen automatically in the background, often without the user even realizing it.

Currently, only the Apple Watch is supported.
Currently, only the Apple Watch is supported in this Peripherals list. When an Apple Watch is connected to the WhatsApp account, it appears in this list. The device name and the last active time are also displayed. This clearly shows the user that their watch is connected to WhatsApp and that messages and notifications are syncing correctly.

However, an important point to note is that Peripherals cannot be removed directly from WhatsApp settings. If a user wants to disconnect their Apple Watch from WhatsApp, they will have to uninstall the WhatsApp app from the watch itself. Doing so will automatically stop message syncing, and the device will be removed from the Peripherals list.

Enhanced Security
This new WhatsApp feature is considered a significant step towards increasing account transparency and security. It will allow users to easily see which devices have access to their account. If any unknown or suspicious device appears, users can take precautions in time.

It is expected that WhatsApp will support this Peripherals feature for more devices in the future. Currently, this update for iOS users is seen as an attempt to make account management easier and more reliable.

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