Android tablet users have always been able to download the WhatsApp app from Google Play Store and configure it with their phone number and use it.

WhatsApp is a free, multifunctional, multiplatform messaging app and one of the most popular call and chat apps available. We give you the lowdown.

Although WhatsApp is easier to use on your phone, you can easily set up the app on your Wear OS smartwatch for messaging on the go.

The security vulnerability has been fixed in updated versions of WhatsApp, but some users will need to manually update the app to get protected.