WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.22.2: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.22.2.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that adds night mode to the camera interface, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.20.20 update, we announced that a feature to apply effects to the camera was available. This feature introduced a dedicated filter button, allowing users to easily browse and apply a variety of visual effects in real-time before capturing photos or videos. The update significantly expands creative tools within the camera interface, making previously call-exclusive effects available for all types of content creation. It appears that WhatsApp now aims to enhance the camera beyond visual styling, focusing instead on improving its ability to perform better in challenging lighting conditions. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.22.2 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that adds night mode to the camera interface!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can now explore a new night mode button located at the top of the camera screen. This button appears as a moon icon and becomes visible when the environment is dark or poorly lit. When tapped, it activates a mode designed to optimize photos taken in low-light conditions. Unlike traditional visual effects, this feature does not alter the appearance of the image through overlays or stylization, as it works to improve image clarity and brightness at the time of capture.

The night mode uses software-based enhancements to adjust exposure and reduce noise in dark environments. This allows the camera to capture more detail, especially in shadows, without requiring external light sources. It is particularly useful for indoor shots, nighttime scenes, or any situation where lighting is less than ideal. However, users should keep in mind that this feature has its limitations, and while it aims to improve lighting conditions, results may vary depending on how dark the environment is. In extremely low-light scenarios, the enhancements may only offer a modest improvement, rather than producing a fully bright and detailed image. It's best seen as a helpful tool for slightly improving visibility in certain conditions, not a replacement for professional low-light photography.

Currently, WhatsApp does not activate the night mode automatically based on ambient lighting, as users must manually enable it using the dedicated button whenever they want to use it. This gives users the flexibility to decide when to activate the mode, depending on their shooting environment. With the new night mode, users will no longer need to switch to a different camera app just to get better results in the dark. It also simplifies sharing, since users can take optimized photos directly within WhatsApp and send them immediately in chats or status updates.

A feature that adds night mode to the camera interface 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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