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I really dislike the Whatapp desktop experience, specifically the fact it's still going through Bluetooth using the phone even though I am on my desktop. Sometimes I leave my phone on another level in the house (yes I don't carry it around 24/7) and then Whatsapp desktop simply won't work as the distance is too great.

I prefer desktop apps that are 'standalone' such as Telegram's or Skype's.

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It doesn't actually use Bluetooth. When you scan the QR code your browser pairs with your phone and messages are relayed back through WhatsApp servers between the two, so as long as both have an internet connection it should work regardless of where they are.

gotta repair every day though, from what I remember

Yep, it actually works terribly in my experience. It's very slow even for web apps, is unreliable in staying paired, and (at least for me) often has issues with file attachments. I would much prefer a standalone app like Signal or Telegram.

Works like a charm for me. I can't even remember when I paired this browser. Must have been months ago.

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