WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.12.14: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.12.14.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a new interface for the bottom calling bar, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | New bottom calling bar |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.12.14 is marked as a compatible update, but some users may be able to experiment with the same feature by installing certain previous updates. |
| 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 users over the coming days. |
| Thanks: | Akan, UnluckyTester, alexunickop, and Mak Gamer, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.11.10.78: what's new? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to manage media upload quality! |
NEW BOTTOM CALLING BAR
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.19 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a tweaked interface for the calling screen. The new interface was designed to enhance user navigation and intuitiveness during calls by replacing the back shortcut with a new minimize button. This change addresses a common user concern where the back button was often mistakenly perceived as ending the call. It appears that WhatsApp is now committed to further enhancing this interface, with the aim to make it more modern. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.12.14 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a new interface for the bottom calling bar!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new interface for the bottom calling bar. With the previous update, WhatsApp redesigned the top part of the screen to enhance button visibility and distinguishability by adding a semi-transparent background. With the most recent updates, WhatsApp is now focusing on the bottom part of the screen, significantly modernizing the interface of the call bar and making the profile photo bigger.
In our opinion, WhatsApp is continuously making improvements to the calling interface, aiming to make this screen much more intuitive and aligned with current design standards. These ongoing enhancements reflect WhatsApp's commitment to evolving the app's interface, not just for the main screen but across all functionalities. The recent updates, such as redesigning the top part of the screen for better button visibility and modernizing the bottom call bar, demonstrate their dedication to refining user experience. By consistently updating and refining the interface, we believe that WhatsApp shows its interest in providing an enhanced and user-friendly experience for its users, ensuring that the app always remains up-to-date with contemporary design trends.
A new interface for the bottom calling bar is available to some beta testers who install the latest updates of WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store, and it is rolling out to even more people over the coming days.
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