How to install whatsapp update

The new WhatsApp update released this Tuesday, April 14 is a new version of the Android application with a completely renewed image.

The update has not yet been put on Google Play , but is now available to anyone. To access the news in advance, the user must download and install the APK file of the new version of WhatsApp for Android . See how the procedure is done.

Step 1. On the phone, open Chrome and go to the WhatsApp download page for Android (http://www.whatsapp.com/android). Press "Download now" and, if necessary, confirm that you want to save the application on your gadget;

Step 2. While the application is downloaded, access the Android settings and press "security";

Step 3. Then activate the option “unknown origins”. An alert message will inform the user of the risks of installing applications from unknown sources. You must press "OK" to confirm that you are aware;

Step 4. When the download finishes, go to the Android download folder and tap on the file “WhatsApp.apk”;

Step 5. Finally, press "install" and wait for the application to update. Press "Open" to run WhatsApp and start using the new version of the application.

Ready! With the latest version of the application installed on your phone, you can use the new WhatsApp interface for Android. If you want to avoid problems, go back to Android security settings and disable the installation of applications from unknown sources.