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Oct 28, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out a redesigned chat backup screen

WhatsApp is introducing a cleaner design for the backup screen on Android and iOS. The main backup page shows the most important information, and other settings are available in a separate screen. The new interface makes it easier for users to back up their chat history without any distractions.

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ANDROID

Oct 27, 2026

WhatsApp is testing a new settings design on Android

WhatsApp is finally working on a new look with a redesigned list style for the app settings. The new design groups options into sections with rounded corners, making the interface more modern than before. After the bottom navigation bar, this is another design update WhatsApp is working on for the Android app.

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IOS

Oct 27, 2026

WhatsApp is testing a new media hub for the iOS app

WhatsApp is developing a feature that will let users see shared media from their chats. WhatsApp will add a new media hub to the app settings, where users can easily see photos, videos, and links without opening their conversations. The hub will only show media the user received, so the feature keeps sent and received messages separate.

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ANDROID

Oct 26, 2026

WhatsApp is refining the channel migration tool on Android

WhatsApp is working on improving the feature that will let users migrate their channels to the Chats tab. WhatsApp will introduce smart suggestions that help users decide they want to place channels they follow. Users will be able to override any suggestion, so the final choice always belongs to them.

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ANDROID

Oct 26, 2026

WhatsApp is testing Organizations to manage large communities

WhatsApp is exploring a new feature called Organizations to help community admins manage their communities. The feature will offer admins a new screen where they can see all members in a specific community. For admins with large communities, this feature will help them organize members and sub-groups easily.

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ANDROID IOS NEWS

Oct 25, 2026

WhatsApp is working on an adaptive bottom navigation bar

WhatsApp keeps working on the bottom navigation bar for Android, and the latest change is about how it responds to scrolling. WhatsApp will shrink it when users scroll down and bring it back to full size when they scroll up. This will make the design feel more dynamic and less intrusive.

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ANDROID

Oct 24, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out a chat list to track mentions and replies

WhatsApp is making it easier for users to find mentions and replies in their group chats on Android. The update introduces a new filter that lists group chats where someone mentioned the user or replied to one of their messages. The filter is optional, and users can easily move it in the separate list menu.

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ANDROID

Oct 23, 2026

WhatsApp introduces a new shortcut to share Reels in chats

Users who linked their WhatsApp account to Accounts Center can easily share Instagram Reels from the chat attachment menu. WhatsApp is adding a dedicated shortcut to open a section where they can find their recent, saved, and liked Reels. This update makes it easier for users to notice that they can share Reels from the chat interface.

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IOS

Oct 22, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out scheduled messages on iOS beta

WhatsApp is finally introducing a feature that lets users decide when they want to send their messages. The feature lets users pick a specific date and time, so WhatsApp can send the message automatically even if the app is closed. Message scheduling is compatible with both individual and group chats.

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ANDROID

Oct 21, 2026

WhatsApp is testing a dynamic bottom navigation bar on Android

WhatsApp will make the bottom navigation bar smarter by changing its size based on the scroll direction. This design keeps the content clean while users scroll through their chats. This is another update that makes the bottom navigation bar more modern.

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