WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.3.10.70: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 24.3.10.70. The version marked within WhatsApp Settings is 2.24.3.70 and the TestFlight build is 24.3.10 (562610872).
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on favorite contacts to quickly place calls, and it will be available in a future update!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Favorite contacts |
| Status? | Under development |
| Availability? | WhatsApp is working on bringing a favorite contacts feature to a future update of the app. |
| I have the same version but I don't have this feature, why? | This feature is under development so it's not ready for beta testers, but you can read this article to discover a preview. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.3.31: what’s new? WhatsApp is working on a feature to access channel reports! |
FAVORITE CONTACTS
WhatsApp is currently in the process of enhancing its user experience by exploring new features to cater to the evolving needs of its global user base. One upcoming addition to the platform involves a particular focus on improving the calling functionality, with the aim to introduce a quick access to preferred connections. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.3.10.70 update, which is available on the TestFlight app, we discovered that WhatsApp is currently developing a feature that allows users to designate favorite contacts for a more convenient call placement!
As you can see in the attached screenshot, WhatsApp is exploring a new feature to allow users to choose their favorite contacts, for a future update of the app. Favorite contacts will appear at the top of the calls tap so a phone call is always just one tap away. This feature is designed to enhance overall accessibility by incorporating a quick and intuitive shortcut for quickly calling favorite contacts directly from the calls tab.
We believe that this feature will elevate the user experience by providing a personalized way to connect with their favorite contacts, improving the communication process. By designating certain contacts as favorites, users can ensure that these contacts are readily available at the forefront of their calling interface. The convenience of having favorite contacts prominently displayed at the top of the calls tab ensures that initiating a phone call becomes a more efficient process, requiring just a single tap. In our opinion, this placement not only simplifies the calling experience but also reflects WhatsApp's commitment to prioritizing user preferences.
The feature to designate favorite contacts is under development and it will be available in a future update of the app. We will keep you updated if there are any further developments or news related to this feature.
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