WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.16: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.13.16.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is releasing a fix to address a crash with sharing location, and it's available to everyone!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Changelog about? | Location sharing |
| Status? | Crash fixed |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.16 is marked as a compatible update. |
| I've installed this update but I still experience the same bug. Why? | The latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.16 update from the Play Store successfully fixed the crash. If you’re still experiencing the same crash, you're probably using an old version of WhatsApp. |
| Thanks: | UnluckyTester, FastenM, Rubiokarim, and Sniper, for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp for iOS 24.12.78: what’s new? WhatsApp is widely rolling out a feature to manage default media upload quality! |
LOCATION SHARING
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.14 update, we announced that WhatsApp is working on an AR feature for call effects and filters. This feature will enable users to add fun and interactive elements to their video calls, enhancing the overall visual experience. Users will be able to personalize their calls with dynamic facial filters, such as a touch-up tool for smoothing skin appearance, and a low-light mode to improve visibility in dim environments. Unfortunately, it appears that there was a critical crash after installing the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.14 update from the Google Play Store, which is affecting a significant number of users.
With the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.14 update, several beta testers have reported encountering a crash when attempting to share their location. This issue appears to affect some users when they try to send their current location to contacts and groups from the chat attachment menu, causing the app to unexpectedly close with an error message. However, it is important to note that such issues can occur when using beta versions, as they are not stable releases. While beta testing is essential for identifying and resolving bugs, as well as introducing new features before the final release, it also means that users may encounter certain unexpected issues and crashes during the testing phase.
Attempts to resolve this bug by restarting the device or force-stopping the app proved to be ineffective. As a result, a new bug fix update was needed for a definitive solution, as announced via our profile on X. This issue was present with the recent update, and since some users have the auto-update option enabled, they may have received newer versions automatically, preventing them from properly sharing their location. After installing the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.16 update from the Google Play Store, we discovered that it is a bug-fix update that finally addresses the mentioned issue. This means that users can finally install the latest update to resolve the crash that were previously affecting their ability to share location.
The fix is rolling out after installing the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.16 update from the Google Play Store. Please, make sure to install this build in order to use a version of WhatsApp without experiencing the bug.
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