WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.34: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.3.34.
What's new in this update? This is a bug-fix update that addresses an issue with fingerprint lock!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Changelog about? | Fingerprint lock |
| Status? | Fixed |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.34 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 2.24.3.34 update from the Play Store successfully fixed the bug. If you’re still experiencing the same bug, probably you’re using an older version of the app. |
| Thanks: | kingcyrious, for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.3.10.70: what’s new? WhatsApp is working on favorite contacts to quickly place calls! |
FINGERPRINT LOCK
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.31 update, we announced that WhatsApp was working on a new feature for a future update: channel reports. This feature was designed to provide users with the outcome of their reported channels and updates, aimed to make them feel more confident and motivated to continue reporting inappropriate content. Unfortunately, the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.31 update also introduced a critical issue with fingerprint lock, and it appears this bug was enough widespread:
Many beta testers reported the inability to open the app when the fingerprint feature is enabled, as the application consistently prompted for authentication. This unexpected issue led to frustration among users who rely on the fingerprint lock for enhanced security and privacy. Several users attempted various workarounds, including clearing the cache and accessing WhatsApp through a call or the widget. However, these makeshift solutions proved to be only temporary and did not provide a reliable fix for the persistent fingerprint authentication issue, forcing users to temporarily disable fingerprint lock until a comprehensive fix could be implemented.
Restarting the device or killing the app didn't resolve the issue, so a new bug fix update was needed to get a final solution, as announced from our profile on X. The issue was present with the recent update, and since some users have auto-update enabled, they might have received this version automatically, causing them to experience difficulties in opening the app. After installing the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.34 update from the Google Play Store, we noticed that it is a bug-fix update that finally addresses the mentioned issue. This means that users can finally open WhatsApp and use fingerprint lock without experiencing this issue.
The fix is rolling out after installing the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.34 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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