WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.2.4: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.2.4.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a badge count feature for chat filters, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Badge count for chat filters |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.2.4 has been designated as a compatible update, but some users might experiment with the same feature by installing the previous update. |
| 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: | Akan and lostliano, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.1.10.72: what's new? WhatsApp is rolling out a new default icon feature for contacts and group chats! |
BADGE COUNT FOR CHAT FILTERS
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.23.4 update, we announced that a badge count feature for chat filters was under development. This feature would display the number of unread messages within each custom or default chat filter, allowing users to see at a glance which categories have pending messages. It appears that WhatsApp is now testing this feature with the public, as some beta testers reported the new count within their chat filters. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.2.4 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a badge count feature for chat filters!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new feature to show a small numerical badge within each chat filter. This badge count informs users how many unread messages are present in specific lists, such as personal chats, group chats, or any custom categories they have created. For example, users with a "Work" filter can quickly identify how many messages are pending in chats related to their professional activities.
This feature provides users with an at-a-glance overview of their unread messages, making it easier to prioritize responses. By checking the badge count, users can decide which chats require immediate attention and avoid missing important conversations. For those managing a large number of groups and contacts, the badge count feature is particularly useful. Users no longer need to open each chat filter to check for unread messages, as they can simply glance at the numbers displayed alongside each filter.
Additionally, users with custom filters tailored to specific categories, such as family, friends, or work, will benefit greatly. Imagine a business that has created a filter for "Orders" to track messages from their customers. The badge count will immediately indicate how many new inquiries or confirmations are waiting, helping the user stay organized and respond promptly. It may also enhance productivity for businesses, as they can prioritize their responses based on the number of pending messages within specific project-related filters.
A badge count feature for chat filters 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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