WhatsApp continues to work on bringing chat themes to the web client in a future update. This update aims to offer a good range of themes to ensure that accessibility requirements are properly met.
WhatsApp is refining the look of message reactions and the context menu to better match the Liquid Glass design language. The update focuses on enhancing translucency and creating a more unified visual style across the interface.
WhatsApp Plus is a subscription plan now available to a limited number of iOS users. The update allows iOS users to experiment with exclusive features, but it keeps core functionality unchanged from the standard WhatsApp experience.
WhatsApp is working on aligning the reaction tray and the context menu for messages with the Liquid Glass design. The update will introduce more translucent effects and a more cohesive visual appearance across the interface.
WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.26.18.5. What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a new widget that shows who shared status updates, and it will be available in the future!
WhatsApp is working on a feature that will redesign chat lists through a new interface. The update will move chat lists into a dedicated menu, making it easier for users to organize and access their lists in the future.
WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.26.18.1. What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a feature that lets users archive their status updates after they expire, and it will be available in a future update!
WhatsApp is discontinuing the avatar feature on Android and iOS, removing support for creation, editing, and profile usage. This update reduces access to avatars by removing related tools from settings, chat screens, and the keyboard entry point while still leaving previously saved stickers available.
WhatsApp is testing a chat interface compatible with the Liquid Glass design. The update will introduce additional visual refinements that align with Apple's latest design language on iOS 26.
WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.26.17.10. What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that shows when status updates are reshared many times, and it's available to some beta testers!