WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.5.10.73: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 24.5.10.73. The version marked within WhatsApp Settings is 2.24.5.73 and the TestFlight build is 24.5.10 (573208160).
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a new layout for the status updates header, and it’s available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Status updates – header |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.5.10.73 is marked as a compatible update, but some users may get the same feature by installing one of the following updates: 24.4.10.78 and 24.5.10.72. |
| 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: | Akan, for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.6.5: what's new? WhatsApp is rolling out a new sticker editor feature! |
STATUS UPDATES
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.26.13 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a revamped status update header. This enhancement was designed to allow users to experiment with more convenient and modern shortcuts for users to quickly share images, videos, GIFs, and text as status updates with their contacts. After installing the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.5.10.73 update, which is available on the TestFlight app, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out the same status update header to some beta testers!
As you can see in this screenshot, WhatsApp has eliminated the button for accessing the context menu, where users could select between posting media or text status updates. In its place, a newly redesigned header has been introduced, featuring two direct shortcuts for posting status updates. The new layout for the status updates header enhances the process, allowing some beta testers to save valuable time by bypassing the need to open an additional menu to make their posting selection, as they can now use one of the two provided shortcuts directly.
In our opinion, this revamped layout provides a more intuitive approach to sharing various content as a status update. The integration of direct shortcuts for posting status updates not only enhanced the process but also improve user engagement by facilitating quicker and easier sharing of images, videos, GIFs, and text. In addition, by eliminating the need to access a context menu, users can experiment with a more efficient posting experience, offering a more intuitive and organized appearance.
The new layout for the status updates header 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 days.
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