WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.27.4: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.27.4.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that improves accessibility and interaction within the Calls tab, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.10.16 update, we announced that an improved user experience for voice and video calls was available. This functionality introduces three key enhancements: a mute button in the notification panel for incoming voice calls, the ability to disable video before accepting an incoming video call, and emoji reactions during video calls. Together, these features allow users to manage calls more flexibly, protect their privacy, and interact in a more expressive and dynamic way, making both voice and video calling more convenient. It appears that WhatsApp is also focusing on enhancing the user experience within the Calls tab, aiming to introduce a new level of efficiency and seamless management for all incoming and outgoing calls. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.27.4 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that improves accessibility and interaction within the Calls tab!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new interface that makes the Calls tab easier to navigate. The update offers a more organized and user-friendly layout for the Calls tab, which now includes four options at the top of the screen. The first option allows users to start a call directly from the tab by selecting contacts or even groups. The interface allows initiating conversations with up to 31 people at once, making interaction with multiple contacts easier. Essentially, it offers the same functionality as the floating action button.

The redesigned layout also includes a scheduling option, letting users plan calls in advance and share the event within a chat. This helps ensure that everyone involved is aware of the date and time. Another addition is a dedicated shortcut to open the dial, a feature we previously mentioned in the article covering the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.26.11 update. This new entry point enables users to call any number with a WhatsApp account. The system also confirms whether the number is associated with WhatsApp, including verification for business accounts.

The section listing favorite contacts remains at the top of the screen, but it is now positioned among the options mentioned above. Within this section, users can place a voice or video or send a message to their favorites, and they can also remove contacts from the menu. here is also a dedicated shortcut that allows users to manage their favorites easily, making it quicker to add, remove, or reorder contacts according to their preferences.

The overall layout is designed to reduce steps and make calls more intuitive while providing quick access to favorite contacts, recent calls, and key calling features. This redesign creates a centralized space where all call-related actions are easy to find and use. Through this unified interface for the Calls tab, users can access multiple features directly without having to open a separate section. As a result, the Calls tab now acts as a complete hub, bringing together the most important features and interactions in one accessible location.

A feature that improves accessibility and interaction within the Calls tab 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 days.

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