WhatsApp is discontinuing its native Windows application and replacing it with a web-based wrapper version. This change marks a regression in user experience, as the new web wrapper is reported to be less efficient, consuming more RAM and offering a less polished interface compared to the previous native app. The move appears to be a cost-saving measure by Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, despite the impact on performance and usability for Windows users. The transition to the web version has been confirmed through recent beta releases and has drawn attention for reversing improvements made in the native Windows app.