WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.13.4: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.13.4.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to scroll through the list of unread channels, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.13.2 update, we announced that a new feature to browse channel photos, videos, GIFs, and links was available. This feature introduces a dedicated section within the channel info screen, allowing users to conveniently access all shared media and links without scrolling through the entire channel history. By organizing photos, videos, and GIFs into a single view and separating links into their own tab, WhatsApp significantly streamlines content discovery within channels. It seems that WhatsApp is now testing with the public other similar navigation improvements for channels, aiming to further enhance user convenience. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.13.4 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to scroll through the list of unread channels!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new feature that improves the way users navigate between channels. Specifically, after a user finishes reading all the updates shared in a channel, a new button appears that allows them to immediately move to the next channel. This seamless transition eliminates the need to manually return to the main channel list just to open another one, as WhatsApp automatically redirects users to the next channel.

With this update, channel browsing becomes more fluid and intuitive, since a smart filter integrated into the navigation feature is also available to some users. Instead of cycling through all followed channels, the app suggests only those that still contain unread updates, making it easier to stay on top of new content. This means that channels that have already been fully viewed will be automatically skipped. As a result, users are presented only with channels that contain fresh content, allowing them to save time and focus on the most relevant information. However, it's worth noting that this more selective behavior may currently be limited to certain beta testers, even though jumping to channels with unread updates is likely to become the default experience to all users in an upcoming update.

This feature can be particularly helpful for users who follow a large number of channels and want to stay up-to-date without unnecessary back-and-forth navigation. The feature helps reduce clutter and improves productivity, especially for those who use WhatsApp to stay informed about news, updates, or announcements. This small but effective addition is expected to enhance overall engagement with channels, as users will be encouraged to catch up with unread content. It also ensures that users do not miss any important updates, as they can now navigate directly from one unread channel to the next.

A feature to scroll through the list of unread channels is available to some beta testers who 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 weeks.

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