WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.3: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.7.3.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to scan UPI QR codes from the chats list, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | UPI QR code |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.3 is marked as a compatible update, but some beta testers may experiment with the same feature with the 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 days. |
| Thanks: | Kannada Hero and TestingApp199, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp news of the week: pin more than 3 chats in development on Android beta! |
UPI QR CODE
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.5.17 update, we announced that WhatsApp was working on a feature to share the QR code from the chats tab. We explained that this feature would have enhanced both convenience and accessibility, making it easier for users to share their QR codes. It appears that our initial assumptions during the development of this feature were incorrect as this QR code shortcut was actually designed for a different functionality. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.3 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to scan UPI QR codes from the chats list!
As you can see in this screenshot, some beta testers now have the opportunity to explore a new shortcut directly within the chats list, enabling them to scan any UPI QR code. Since many people are already using payments on WhatsApp to securely send and receive money in India, this feature proves to be very beneficial for users, making it even more convenient for them to perform transactions within the app.
With the integration of UPI QR code scanning feature directly from the chats list, users no longer need to navigate through multiple screens or follow several steps to make payments. This process not only saves time but also enhances the overall user experience, making the scanning experience more intuitive. Additionally, considering the widespread adoption of digital payments in India, we believe that this feature aligns perfectly with WhatsApp's mission to facilitate secure and efficient communication and fast transactions for its users.
The feature to scan UPI QR codes from the chats list is available to some beta testers that install the latest updates of WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store, and it is rolling out to even more people over the coming days.
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