Google's new platforms, Google Hangouts Chat and Meet allow for text formatting using simple symbols as well, such as asterisks for bold writing. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.

WhatsApp offers many features that traditional SMS or iMessage don't. Besides free-of-cost messaging or calling services without geographical restrictions, all of its functionality is available across ...

WhatsApp makes it easy to express yourself with emojis and images and other kinds of modern media — but what if you prefer the good old written word? Until now, the platform has only supported basic ...