Latest WhatsApp Beta News and Feature Updates

WEB

WhatsApp is testing guest calls for people without an account

WhatsApp will extend the call link feature to let people call others even if they do not have an account. Users will be able to join through a secure web link, and they do not need to install the app or create a new account. WhatsApp will let the host approve every guest before they can join the call.
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IOS

WhatsApp introduces Liquid Glass design for the message menu

WhatsApp is rolling out new updates for the chat interface on iOS, making the reaction tray and context menu compatible with Liquid Glass. This feature allows users to experiment with a more complete experience with Liquid Glass. This is another step toward completing the transition to Liquid Glass before iOS 27 becomes available.
ANDROID

WhatsApp is rolling out notifications for draft messages

WhatsApp is introducing a feature that shows a notification when users leave a message unfinished in a chat. The reminder appears in the notification panel, and it lets users open the chat where they left off. This makes it harder to forget a draft, even after the user switches to another app.
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IOS

WhatsApp launches AI content label for channels on iOS

WhatsApp is gradually rolling out a new label to easily mark AI-generated media in channels. Once added, the label is visible to every follower who opens the channel. In some countries, channel admins are legally required to add it whenever they share AI-generated media.