WABetaInfo

Aug 7, 2026

WhatsApp introduces an alert to unmute channels on iOS

WhatsApp is rolling out a new alert to inform users that the channel they just followed is muted, the same available on Android. It appears right after users follow a channel, when their attention is still on it. Users who want to receive notifications can enable them immediately, and those who prefer to keep things quiet can simply move on.

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ANDROID

Aug 6, 2026

WhatsApp is testing new chat themes with animations on Android

WhatsApp will finally expand chat themes with new categories and styles on Android. Featured is the most important category, which lets users set animated wallpapers that move slowly in the background. WhatsApp will still adjust the bubble color automatically to ensure consistency and accessibility.

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ANDROID

Aug 5, 2026

WhatsApp is testing an AI content label for channels

WhatsApp is working on a new label for channel admins that flags AI-generated media in their updates. In some countries, users have a legal obligation to disclose when media is AI-generated. WhatsApp is building a tool to help them meet this requirement in their channels.

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ANDROID IOS

Aug 4, 2026

WhatsApp announces three new features for group chats

WhatsApp is rolling out improved polls, @all mentions, and a faster way to create new groups from existing ones. These features solve different problems in group chats, making it easier to manage them. WhatsApp confirmed this update in a new blog post today.

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HELP

Aug 4, 2026

How to add an email address to your WhatsApp account

Linking an email address to your WhatsApp account is a simple step that can make a big difference. If you ever lose access to your phone number or cannot receive the 6-digit code via SMS, your email address gives you a way to get back into your account.

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MAC

Aug 3, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out update controls for the Mac app

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that gives beta testers more control over how the app updates on Mac. Users can now choose between daily updates and a more stable weekly release. With this feature, users can also check for new versions manually at any time.

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ANDROID IOS NEWS

Aug 2, 2026

WhatsApp launches voice and video calls on the Web

WhatsApp just announced an important upgrade for calls. The major feature is the ability to place calls directly from the web client. With this feature, users no longer need to rely on mobile or desktop apps to call their contacts.

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ANDROID

Aug 1, 2026

WhatsApp adds a new prompt to unmute channels on Android

WhatsApp is rolling out a new prompt that appears right after users follow a channel. Until now, WhatsApp muted every new channel automatically without any explanation. The new alert gives users a nudge to turn notifications on if they want to get alerts from that channel.

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ANDROID

Jul 31, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out channel storage cleanup on Android

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature to clean up storage used by channels. The update allows users to filter and delete media from specific channels by category. The feature also lets users clear media from multiple channels at once directly from the Updates tab.

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ANDROID

Jul 30, 2026

WhatsApp redesigns the media viewer interface on Android

WhatsApp is redesigning the media viewer interface to include a new set of tools to react and reply without leaving the full-screen view. The new design replaces the old shortcuts with a new reply bar. Users can now respond to a photo or video with any type of message, including voice notes and attachments, directly from the media viewer.

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