WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.19.17: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.19.17.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to manage message notifications for chat lists, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.17.27 update, we announced that a feature to manage message notifications for chat lists was under development. This feature would aim to streamline notification management by allowing users to mute all conversations within a specific chat list with a single action. Designed to enhance user control and reduce notification overload, the new functionality eliminates the need to mute chats individually, making it especially useful for those managing numerous conversations. It appears that WhatsApp is now testing this feature publicly, as some beta testers have reported the appearance of a new option to manage notifications for chats in bulk. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.19.17 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to manage message notifications for chat lists!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new feature that allows them to manage notifications for all chats added to a specific list. By opening the menu that contains the list options, users may notice a new setting to control how notifications are handled. Once this option is selected, any notification preference the user sets will be applied to all chats within the selected list. This significantly simplifies the process, especially for users who frequently categorize their conversations into different lists based on context or purpose.

The notification management option is also available within the app settings, offering users an alternative access point to customize their experience. This flexibility ensures that users can adjust their notification preferences according to their needs and habits. For example, users can mute all work-related chats during weekends, or pause school-related groups during holiday breaks, all in just a few taps.

It's very important to note that, if a user chooses to mute all chats in a list, the contacts included in those chats will not be notified about it. Notifications will simply stop appearing on the user's end, without affecting how messages are sent or received. Additionally, users will still receive notifications if they are mentioned in a group chat that belongs to a muted list, ensuring that important or urgent messages can still get through.

This new functionality brings a new level of convenience to the user experience. It empowers users to take greater control over their chat environment and reduce distractions with minimal effort. Instead of manually muting multiple chats, users can now achieve the same result in just a few steps. This is particularly helpful for professionals, students, or anyone handling multiple ongoing conversations.

A feature to manage message notifications for chat lists 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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