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Latest WhatsApp Beta News and Feature Updates

ANDROIDIOS

WhatsApp blocks logins on devices with outdated software

WhatsApp is introducing a new alert for users on outdated versions of iOS or Android to help them update and protect their devices and accounts. When users try to log into the app, WhatsApp asks them to update their operating system to get back in. The update applies to specific users on Android and iOS, regardless of which version of WhatsApp they use.
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ANDROIDIOSNEWS

WhatsApp will move channels to the Chats tab

WhatsApp plans to integrate channels directly into the chat list on iOS and Android. Users will no longer need to switch to a separate tab to find their channels. Once WhatsApp moves channels to the Chats tab, the Updates tab will disappear. WhatsApp can then introduce the Contacts tab, a new section where users can see who is currently active.
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ANDROID

WhatsApp Plus is testing Focus schedules for chat lists

WhatsApp is developing a new feature for WhatsApp Plus that lets users control when they get notified about specific chat lists. Users will be able to automatically mute or hide certain chats outside of allowed times. This gives premium subscribers a smarter tool to manage their attention without manually muting and unmuting their conversations.
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ANDROID

WhatsApp is rolling out group creation from poll results

WhatsApp is introducing a feature that lets users create groups based on a specific poll option. When at least two group members vote for the same option, WhatsApp allows users to create a new group from the poll details screen. WhatsApp will automatically add who voted to the new group.
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