WhatsApp beta for Android 2.26.8.11: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.26.8.11.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a feature that allows users to schedule messages in their chats, and it will be available in a future update!

WhatsApp is working on a feature to schedule messages on iOS

In the post about the WhatsApp beta for iOS 26.7.10.72 update, we announced a feature to schedule messages in chats. With this functionality, users will be able to decide when they want to send a message. This means that they can choose a date and time, and the app will automatically send the message. When users schedule a message, the app will add it to a queue until the chosen time. Then, WhatsApp will send it automatically. Users will be able to review their scheduled messages in a new section within the chat info screen.

WhatsApp will bring message scheduling to the Android app

This feature is currently under development on the iOS app. But now, WhatsApp is finally working to introduce the same functionality on Android to offer the same experience on both platforms. With the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.26.8.11 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, WhatsApp is working on the feature that lets users schedule messages in their chats. This will make it easier for users to plan their messages and send them when they want.

Users will be able to choose when they want to send their messages

WhatsApp is finally developing a feature that will allow users to decide when they want to send a message. This means that users will be able to plan when to send a message for a specific moment. When they schedule a message, they will be able to assign a delivery time to it. The feature also makes it easier for users to send a message when their device is offline. As a result, WhatsApp will be able to handle the delivery automatically.

Message scheduling will be available in the chat interface

Users will have to enter the text of their scheduled message into the chat bar. So, WhatsApp will integrate scheduled messages into the chat screen. Here, users will be able to decide whether to send the message immediately or schedule it for the future. This feature will keep the scheduling tool simple and consistent with the regular messaging experience.

WhatsApp will offer granular precision with the message scheduling experience

With scheduled messages, WhatsApp wants to offer a high level of precision. In particular, users will be able to select the exact hour and minute. This will allow messages to be delivered at the most appropriate moment. As a result, WhatsApp will ensure that the app sends messages exactly as users planned.

WhatsApp will display a toast after users schedule a message

When users schedule a message, WhatsApp will show a toast to confirm the operation. This will provide the main details about the scheduling. Specifically, it will display the exact date and time the app will send the message. WhatsApp will add the message to a queue and it is automatically processed by the app at the appropriate time. Once the app sends it, the recipient cannot know it was scheduled.

Users can schedule message to set reminders

With scheduled messaging, users will have more control over when to send their messages. Currently, users have to remember when to send a specific message. This can be inconvenient, especially when they have to manage many important reminders. By scheduling a message, users can immediately set up their messages even before it is time to send them. Users will be able to schedule messages for their events, deadlines, or different time zones. For example, users could schedule a birthday greeting in a family group to be sent exactly at midnight. But it will also be useful to set a reminder in a work group about an upcoming meeting.

WhatsApp will release scheduled messages in a future update

The feature that allows users to schedule messages in their chats is currently under development. WhatsApp plans to release this feature in a future update. At the moment, WhatsApp is refining how the application processes and delivers scheduled messages. Once testing is complete, WhatsApp will make the feature available to some beta testers in the future.

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