WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.23.18: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.23.18.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a theme feature to choose the main color of the app, and it will be available in a future update!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Main app color |
| Status? | Under development |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp is currently working on bringing a theme feature to choose the main color of the app 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. However, it's possible to discover a preview in this article. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.22.10.79: what's new? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to search shared images on the web! |
MAIN APP COLOR
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.18.6 update, we announced that WhatsApp was working on a theme feature to choose the main color of the app. This feature aims to give users greater control over the app appearance by allowing them to customize the primary branding color, replacing the traditional green with new options. It seems WhatsApp is still prioritizing the development of this feature, aiming to enhance the interface with a unified color scheme. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.23.18 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp keeps working on this feature by bringing additional improvements to the interface!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, WhatsApp is still developing a new theme where black is the primary app color, scheduled for release in a future update. Specifically, the classic green color is replaced by black in the light theme, offering a modern and minimalist design. In the dark theme, the primary color shifts to white, providing a stark contrast for better readability. It is worth noting that we already announced this development in previous updates, where WhatsApp previously revealed its intention to allow users to choose a different theme for the app. However, recent updates indicate a commitment to further refining the light theme by applying the black color even to the branding logo on the top app bar in the future.
This change might come in response to user feedback, where many people requested the ability to customize the app main color to better suit personal preferences. In particular, users expressed a desire for a more minimalist aesthetic, with black being a popular choice due to its sleek and modern appeal. We believe that WhatsApp is addressing the demand for a cleaner interface by replacing the traditional green with black in the light theme. In addition, it seems that these changes are part of their ongoing efforts to refresh the interface and align with user preferences for a more modern design, similar to the recently introduced bottom navigation bar.
A theme feature to choose the main color of the app is under development and it will be available in a future update. We will keep you updated with an additional article as soon as we have more details to share about this feature.
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