WhatsApp is testing a couple of new features, including an online counter for group chats that gives an idea about real-time engagement. The features are available to select Android beta testers.
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With multiple chat themes in the works, WhatsApp is now also testing a minimal light theme on Android.
WhatsApp has started testing a new feature that helps verify an image's authenticity. It's currently rolling out to beta testers running the latest WhatsApp beta for Android and iOS.
WhatsApp is working on a new feature to improve the shareability of channels on its platform. The unreleased feature was spotted in development on WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.22.20.
The latest WhatsApp beta for Android brings a new feature for community groups that lets admins control the visibility of specific groups and hide group chats from the general view.
WhatsApp is improving its Channels feature to give more resources to channel admins. It has started rolling out channel forwarding to some beta testers running WhatsApp Android beta v2.24.14.15.
WhatsApp's video notes feature is getting a new home in the instant messaging app. It is rolling out a new video notes mode for the camera interface on its latest beta versions for Android and iOS.
WhatsApp is working on a new ranking system for Status updates that reorders and prioritizes updates based on various factors. The feature is currently available for some beta testers on Android.
Building more on its Favorites feature, WhatsApp has added a new filter in the Chats tab to display important contacts. It is rolling out to some testers running WhatsApp Android beta v2.24.12.7.
The latest WhatsApp Android beta has a new feature that allows users to hide Community group chats with a dedicated icon next to the group chat aiming to provide more private community settings.
WhatsApp has started rolling out its redesigned Status updates tray to some Android beta testers. The feature has been developed for a while now and brings bigger thumbnails to preview status updates.
WhatsApp's new Favorites feature for the Calls tab is now available to try. The feature has started rolling out to some beta testers running the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.18.
WhatsApp is working to improve its Favorites feature that's reportedly been under development for a while now. The feature will let users make quick calls to their important contacts and groups.
WhatsApp is working on an option to upload high-quality photos and videos by default. The feature currently under development was discovered in WhatsApp version 2.24.5.6 beta for Android.
WhatsApp is working on a passkey functionality for beta testers on iOS, which will let them log in without passwords. It is also working on another solution to regulations by the Digital Markets Act.
The Meta-owned company WhatsApp is introducing new features for its Channels. It is now letting users add up to 16 admins, share voice updates with followers, and engage with them through polls.
WhatsApp is working on the ability to share status updates via companion phones. The feature has started rolling out to limited testers running WhatsApp version 2.24.1.4 beta for Android.
WhatsApp is readying a couple of new features, including the ability to share HD media as status updates and audio feed during screen sharing. The underdevelopment features are currently in beta.
WhatsApp has done some more work on its username feature which was spotted in development earlier this year. It's working on the ability to type usernames in the search bar to find users in the app.
WhatsApp is testing a new shortcut button for its AI-powered chat feature. It is currently rolling out to some testers running WhatsApp beta for Android v2.23.24.26 available on Google Play.
WhatsApp's search messages by date feature might arrive on Android in the coming future. The feature is currently in development and it was spotted on WhatsApp beta Android v2.23.24.16 update.
WhatsApp beta for Android has added a new functionality to go backward and forward while watching videos in the app. The feature is currently available to a limited number of beta testers.
WhatsApp's updated user interface for Android has started rolling out to a limited number of beta testers. It's available in version 2.23.21.12 and newer from the Google Play Store.
While the feature is not yet operational, the latest WhatsApp beta release for Android does have a new "Third-party chats" section that will eventually allow the app to get messages from other apps.
WhatsApp is reportedly enhancing its messaging features with new text formatting tools. These tools are especially ideal for developers and anyone who uses the app for work communication.
WhatsApp is testing a multi-account feature for Android, allowing multiple accounts on a single device. Its availability is limited to beta, bringing flexibility to personal and work accounts.
WhatsApp is testing a new feature on its messaging app that allows group participants to join a common voice chat. The feature is currently available on WhatsApp Beta for Android 2.23.16.19.
WhatsApp is reportedly developing a feature for Android devices to allow users to send their chat records from one device to another without the need to update their chat records on Google Drive.
Message reactions for certain beta users are now available with the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.22.8.3 update. The feature offers six reactions including Like, Love, Laugh, Surprised, Sad, and Thanks.
