WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.16.10.75: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 24.16.10.75.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a duration feature for community group chat events, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Community group chat event duration |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.16.10.75 is a compatible update, but some users might experiment with the same changes by installing certain previous updates. |
| I have the same version but I don't have this feature, why? | This feature is available to some users and it's rolling out to more people over the coming weeks. |
| Thanks: | Youssef Salem, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.17.16: what's new? WhatsApp is working on a feature to choose the Meta AI voice! |
COMMUNITY GROUP CHAT EVENT DURATION
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.17.11 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a feature to configure the duration for events. This new feature allows users to set specific end times for events within group chats, providing better organization and clarity for all community members who accepted the event invitation. It appears that WhatsApp now intends to offer iOS users the same opportunity to experiment with the event duration feature, as it already does for the Android version. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.16.10.75 update, which is available on TestFlight, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a duration feature for community group chat events!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can finally configure a duration option for events, giving them greater control over the event schedule. Previously, the event creator could only set a start time, leaving participants uncertain about when the event would conclude. This often led to scheduling conflicts, as members could not accurately predict how much time to allocate for the event. The new duration feature resolves this issue by allowing users to specify an end time, ensuring that all members are aware of exactly how long the event will last. It is worth noting that this enhancement is also available for regular group chats, making it easier for users across all types of groups to plan their activities.
In our opinion, this feature can bring significant advantages to large communities, where multiple events might often overlap, as it helps event creators prevent confusion and ensures that events do not run into each other. We believe that knowing the duration of an event also allows participants to better manage their tasks and other commitments, since they can now allocate sufficient time for any necessary preparation or follow-up activities. By providing clear start and end times, the feature also helps keep events on track, making it easier for organizers to ensure that the event begins and ends as planned.
A duration feature for community group chat events is available to some beta testers who install the latest versions 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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