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WhatsApp's Lack of Built-In Translation Embarrassing

Popular messaging app WhatsApp has recently come under fire for its lack of built-in translation capabilities forcing users to rely on external services like Google Translate instead. Many are hoping that this issue will soon be addressed by adding a built-in feature into the platform itself but until then they must make do with what is currently available.

A screenshot of two people chatting on WhatsApp with text bubbles in different languages above them indicating translation is needed.

A screenshot of two people chatting on WhatsApp with text bubbles in different languages above them indicating translation is needed.

The popular messaging app, WhatsApp, has recently come under fire for its lack of built-in translation capabilities. While the app does allow users to share messages in multiple languages, it does not offer a translation feature within the platform itself. This means that if someone sends a message in a language other than the recipient’s native tongue, they must use an external translator such as Google Translate to understand what was said. Many users have expressed their frustration with this lack of functionality, arguing that it is embarrassing and unnecessary given the advancements in technology and artificial intelligence (AI). They point out that other apps such as Skype and Facebook Messenger have had built-in translation features for years now, so why hasn’t WhatsApp followed suit? WhatsApp has yet to comment on the issue but some experts believe that it could be due to privacy concerns. The company may be hesitant to store user data on its servers or use AI algorithms to translate messages due to potential security risks. Others argue that this is simply an oversight by the developers who should have included this feature from the start. Whatever the reason may be, many users are hoping that WhatsApp will soon add a built-in translation feature so they can easily communicate with friends and family who speak different languages without having to rely on external services like Google Translate. Until then, however, they will just have to make do with what is currently available.