WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.25.19: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.23.25.19.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a feature to search users by their username, and it will be available in a future update of the app!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Username |
| Status? | Under development |
| Availability? | WhatsApp is working on bringing a username feature to a future update of the app. |
| I've installed this update but I don't have this feature. Why? | This feature is under development so it's not ready for beta testers, but you can discover a preview in this article. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.24.10.78: what’s new? WhatsApp is rolling out two shortcuts to quickly lock chats! |
USERNAME
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.11.15 update, we announced that WhatsApp is working on a feature to allow users to choose a username. Thanks to this feature, users will have the option to interact with others using a distinct identifier, reducing the reliance on phone numbers. The feature is still in development but, thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.25.19 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is working on further improvements regarding this feature for a future update of the app!
As you can see in this screenshot, the search bar will allow users to search for other users by their username, enhancing the process of connecting and improving privacy by eliminating the need to share personal phone numbers. It is important to note that the choice to configure a username is totally optional, and users will always have control over this feature as they can remove their current username at any time.
In our opinion, WhatsApp will provide users with a strong layer of privacy thanks to the ability to search for others using a username. Users will be able to connect with others without necessarily disclosing their phone numbers. This is particularly beneficial for those who wish to maintain a level of anonymity or control over their personal information. In addition, searching for users by usernames will simply the process of connecting with friends, family, or other people as it eliminates the need to ask for and exchange phone numbers explicitly. Users will simply share their usernames, making it easier for others to find and connect with them within the app.
A feature to search users by their username is under development and it will be available in a future update of the app. As always, we are going to share a new article when we have additional details about this feature.
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