WhatsApp beta for Android 2.22.5.4: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.22.5.4.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is enabling a new experience while placing group voice calls!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | New UI - Voice Calls |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.22.5.4 is marked as compatible update, but some users may be able to use the same feature on the 2.22.5.3 update as well. |
| I've installed this update but I do not see the new interface. Why? | WhatsApp is rolling out the feature to certain beta testers, so it may be needed some time before being enabled for everyone. |
| Thanks: | Saadh Jawwadh for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.22.5.3: what’s new? |
NEW UI - VOICE CALLS
Some weeks ago, we talked about a new redesign for voice calls under development on WhatsApp beta for iOS and WhatsApp beta for Android. Today, WhatsApp is starting to roll out the new interface to certain beta testers, but there is more!
As you can see in this screenshot, WhatsApp is also revamping the interface when you place a group voice call, bringing voice waveforms for all participants during the call.
This feature is rolling out to certain Android beta testers today, but more activations are planned within the next few weeks. There should be news for some iOS beta testers soon. Note that another feature to improve the interface for voice calls is already enabled in this beta: the ability to use a wallpaper for voice calls, even if there is no way to customize it at the moment. More details will be published in a future article when the feature is ready to be released.
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