WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.13.10.71: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 24.13.10.71.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a notification feature for media upload events, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Media upload notifications |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.13.10.71 is marked as a compatible update, but some users might be able to experiment with the same feature by installing the previous update. |
| I have the same version but I don't have this feature, why? | This feature is available to some beta testers, and it's rolling out to more people over the coming days. |
| Thanks: | Federico Trevisani, for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.14.5: what’s new? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to quickly reply to instant video messages! |
MEDIA UPLOAD NOTIFICATIONS
With the latest updates, WhatsApp is continuously exploring new features aimed at improving the user experience through notifications. One area of focus is ensuring users are always aware of the status of their media uploads without needing to open the app continuously. Often, users might not notice upload interruptions caused by connectivity issues or app switching until much later, which can cause delays in sharing important content. To address this, WhatsApp is testing a notification feature with the public that alerts users immediately if their media upload is paused or fails, as discovered in the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.13.10.71 update from the TestFlight app.
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can experiment with a new notification feature that alerts users when a media upload is paused, indicating which image or video was in progress through a thumbnail. For instance, when an upload is interrupted due to connectivity issues or switching to another app, a notification like "1 upload paused, open the app to resume sending" will appear. This ensures users are promptly informed and can take immediate action to resume the upload, providing them with real-time updates on the status of their media uploads. It's worth noting that WhatsApp will also announce when media upload has failed when sending several photos and videos. If an attempt to upload multiple media files is unsuccessful, users will receive a notification designed to keep them aware of any issues that occur during the upload process.
In our opinion, this feature brings an important advantage to the sharing experience, as it ensures users are always aware of the status of their media uploads without needing to open the app. Previously, users might not notice that their upload was paused or failed until they reopened WhatsApp, and this potentially caused delays in sharing important media. With the new notification system, users receive immediate alerts about any interruptions or failures in their uploads, allowing them to address the issue right away. It is also important to enable background app refresh to load messages faster and ensure that media uploads continue smoothly even when the app is not actively open within certain time limits defined by iOS.
A notification feature for media upload events is available to some beta testers who install the latest version of WhatsApp beta for iOS from the TestFlight app, and it's rolling out to more people over the coming weeks.
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