WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.19: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.7.19.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a tweaked interface for the calling screen, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Calling screen |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.19 is marked as a compatible update, but some beta testers may 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 weeks. |
| Thanks: | Muhammad Hammad, FastenM, Sc, rubiokarim, Jorgex24557, and 7afou, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp for Mac 24.6.77: what’s new? WhatsApp is releasing navigation improvements and bug fixes! |
CALLING SCREEN
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.17.16 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out some enhancements for the calling interface. These were designed to better highlight the call type, highlighting that it is end-to-end encrypted, and a new button within the bottom sheet to quickly add new people to the call. It appears that WhatsApp now aims to further improve this screen by refining the interface, enhancing certain elements for a better user experience. Specifically, thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.19 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a tweaked interface for the calling screen!
As you can see in this screenshot, WhatsApp is replacing the back shortcut with a new minimize button, enhancing navigation during calls and the intuitiveness of the feature. While both the back button and the minimize button serve the same purpose of exiting the call screen, the minimize button offers a more intuitive solution. This modification addresses a prevalent user concern where tapping the back button was mistakenly perceived as ending the call. By introducing the minimize button, WhatsApp mitigates this confusion, providing users with a clear way to navigate away from the call screen without terminating the ongoing call.
In our opinion, this update demonstrates their commitment to user experience refinement, catering to different needs and preferences of users. The introduction of the minimize button reflects a thoughtful approach to addressing user concerns and improving usability. By replacing the back shortcut with a more intuitive option, we believe that WhatsApp simplifies the user interaction process within the calling interface. In addition, to ensure those buttons at the top of the screen are always visible and distinguishable, WhatsApp embed them within distinct shapes to create contrast with the background of the calling screen.
The tweaked interface for the calling screen is available to some beta testers that install the latest update of WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store, and it is rolling out to even more people over the coming weeks.
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