WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.12.20: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.12.20.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a new interface for the status updates tray and a vertical list for recommended channels, and they are available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | New updates tab |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.12.20 is marked as a compatible update, but some users may be able to experiment with the same feature by installing the previous update. |
| I've installed this update but I don't have these features. Why? | These feature are available to some beta testers, and they are rolling out to more users over the coming days. |
| Thanks: | Akan and UnluckyTester, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.12.18: what’s new? WhatsApp is working on a new channel analytics feature! |
NEW UPDATES TAB
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.10.10 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a fresh interface for the status updates tray. Through this redesign, WhatsApp aimed to introduce a more modern layout for status updates, allowing users to preview them without the need to open each status. Although this feature was already available to some beta testers, others couldn’t access it until the latest update was released. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.12.20 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out this interface to more users!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, more beta testers can now experiment with a new interface for the status updates tray. The tweaked tray remains at the top of the updates tab, ensuring it is still easy to access and visible when users open the tab. It's very important to note that the new status updates tray has received significant improvements aimed at allowing users to see a preview of status updates through a large thumbnail. This enhancement eliminates the need for users to open each update individually, adding a layer of convenience to the user experience.
It's worth noting that WhatsApp has also revamped the view dedicated to recommended channels at the bottom of the updates tab, opting for a vertical list instead of a horizontal one. This change offers an advantage in terms of usability and ease of navigation. With a vertical list, users can quickly scan through suggested channels without the need for horizontal scrolling, making it more intuitive and efficient to explore new content. This layout improvement enhances the overall user experience by providing an enhanced browsing experience and it confirms their dedication to continuously improving the design of the app.
A new interface for the status updates tray and a vertical list for recommended channels are available to some beta testers who install the latest updates of WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store, and they are rolling out to even more people over the coming days.
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