WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.10.6: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.23.10.6.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is releasing a tweaked user interface for the app with a bottom navigation bar, and it is available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Bottom navigation bar |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.10.6 is marked as a compatible update. |
| I've installed this update but I don't have this feature. Why? | This feature is available to some beta testers, and it is rolling out to more people over the coming weeks. |
| Thanks: | TechyKaptan and kabali_vijay, for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.10.5: what’s new? WhatsApp is rolling out the ability to mention groups within the community announcement group! |
WhatsApp is rolling out a new bottom navigation bar
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.8.4 update, we shared information about a tweaked interface. It includes a redesigned bottom navigation bar, a new system to help users navigate between the different sections of the app. We can finally confirm that, after installing the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.10.6 update available on the Google Play Store, a limited number of beta testers can finally experiment with the new interface.
WhatsApp introduces a bottom navigation bar in response to user feedback
As you can see in this screenshot, WhatsApp introduced a tweaked interface for the app with a bottom navigation bar. It makes it easier for users to switch to different tabs from the bottom of the screen. As we explained in our previous article, many users requested a new interface for the app in the past few years. They asked for an interface similar to the one implemented on WhatsApp for iOS. The request included the implementation of a bottom navigation bar that would allow users to experience a more modern interface. The introduction of the bottom navigation bar shows how WhatsApp values user feedback and that the team is also ready to implement important changes like this.
The new bottom navigation bar is available to some beta testers
If this feature isn't available on your WhatsApp account, don't worry about it. This is currently available to a limited number of beta testers and it will become available to your account soon. WhatsApp often releases new features gradually to a certain beta testers before making them available to everyone. This helps WhatsApp identify and fix any issues or bugs with the feature before it's widely released.
The refreshed bottom navigation bar is rolling out to users
The tweaked interface with the bottom navigation bar is available to some beta testers that install the latest version of WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store. It is rolling out to even more users over the coming weeks.
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