Latest WhatsApp Beta News and Feature Updates

WhatsApp is rolling out a search shortcut for chats and channels on iOS, making it faster to search for messages without leaving the conversation. The button is located at the top of the chat screen, just below the navigation bar. With one tap, users can now activate search mode directly from the conversation.

WhatsApp is working on a feature that will let users sync their chat theme with the other person in the conversation. When users set a theme, a wallpaper, or a bubble color for a chat, they can also choose to apply it only for everyone in the chat. The feature will be compatible with both individual and group chats.

WhatsApp is working on an update that expands the multi-account feature from two accounts to three. The feature will still keep chat history, notifications, and settings separate for the third account. Users who manage three phone numbers will finally be able to keep them in the same app.

WhatsApp is working on a feature that lets iOS users invite people without an account to join a call. The guest will be able to join the call directly from their browser, without downloading the app. Just like guest chats, WhatsApp secures the guest call using end-to-end encryption even for participants who don't have an account.

WhatsApp is introducing a feature that lets users view status updates at double speed on iOS. They can view a status update at double speed by pressing and holding the right side of the screen. Users can restore the normal speed as soon as they lift their finger.