WhatsApp news of the week: WhatsApp will move channels to the Chats tab

This summary includes 8 updates shared this week covering WhatsApp beta for Android and iOS.

WhatsApp blocks logins on devices with outdated software

WhatsApp is introducing a new alert for users on outdated versions of iOS or Android to help them update and protect their devices and accounts.

WhatsApp is rolling out Liquid Glass design for the video player

WhatsApp is introducing a refreshed look for the video player with the Liquid Glass design on iOS.

WhatsApp is testing a new Contacts tab on Android

WhatsApp is finally working on a feature that lets users see who is online from a dedicated tab.

WhatsApp rolls out double speed for status updates on Android

WhatsApp is introducing a feature that lets users watch status updates at double speed. The gesture is also available in chats, groups, and channels.

WhatsApp is rolling out a new navigation experience for chats

WhatsApp is bringing new controls to the chat interface on iOS to access some options in the chat info screen.

WhatsApp tests a redesigned interface for the Settings tab on iOS

WhatsApp is working on a more simplified interface for the Settings page, making it easier for users to find what they need.

WhatsApp news of the week: WhatsApp introduces a new alert to protect devices and accounts

This summary includes 6 updates shared this week covering WhatsApp beta for Android and iOS.

WhatsApp is rolling out scheduled messages on Android beta

WhatsApp is finally introducing a feature that lets users schedule their text messages, photos, and videos.

WhatsApp is testing a new sound sticker format on Android

WhatsApp is testing a feature that lets users share sound stickers, a type of message that plays a sound when users share it.

WhatsApp is rolling out a redesigned Settings tab on iOS

With the latest update, WhatsApp is bringing a more simplified design to the Settings page.

WhatsApp is rolling out a softer edge effect for the chat interface

WhatsApp is finally restoring a softer gradient effect for the navigation bar in the chat screen on iOS 27.

WhatsApp launches guest calls for people without an account

WhatsApp is officially rolling out a feature that lets users invite anyone to their call, even if the other person does not have a WhatsApp account.

WhatsApp Web introduces an update to customize chat themes

WhatsApp is rolling out 27 chat themes for the web client, making it simpler for users to personalize their conversations. The same update is also available on WhatsApp for Windows.

WhatsApp Plus is rolling out Focus schedules to manage chat lists

WhatsApp is bringing a new feature to the premium plan that lets subscribers decide when they want to receive notifications from specific chat lists.

WhatsApp is refining the tab design in the bottom navigation bar

WhatsApp continues to work on the new bottom navigation bar for Android by focusing on the tab design.

WhatsApp is testing a redesigned chat bar for Android

After testing a redesigned bottom navigation bar, WhatsApp is now working on a new look for the chat bar on Android.

WhatsApp news of the week: WhatsApp is working on two new interface updates for Android

This summary includes 9 updates shared this week covering WhatsApp beta for Android and iOS.

WhatsApp is testing an in-app browser for chats on iOS

WhatsApp is developing a feature that will let users open links from the chat interface.

WhatsApp is developing a call filtering feature for the Android app

WhatsApp is working on improving the silence unknown callers feature with new tools.