WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.15.10.74: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new iOS update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 25.15.10.74.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that animates sending chat messages, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.11.10.73 update, we announced that a feature to animate tabs in the bottom navigation bar was available. This feature introduces subtle and refined animations that create smoother transitions when switching between tabs. These animations aim to enhance visual appeal, aligning with modern design trends while making interactions feel more fluid and natural. It appears that WhatsApp is continually expanding its use of animations to further refine user interaction with specific UI elements of the app. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.15.10.74 update, which is available on the TestFlight app, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that animates sending chat messages!

As you can see from the attached video, some beta testers can explore a new feature that enhances the message sending experience through animations. This video has been slowed down to better illustrate the animation, allowing users to clearly see how the message bubble is created and smoothly introduced into the conversation through a transition effect. This animation only occurs if the last message in the chat is positioned close to the chat bar, allowing it to play seamlessly. When this condition is met, the message bubble appears to emerge and settle naturally into the conversation flow, making the interaction feel more dynamic.

This subtle effect suggests an increased sense of fluidity when interacting with messages, which may add a layer of refinement to the chat experience for some users. It's worth noting that WhatsApp had previously introduced similar animations when sending stickers, which enhanced the sense of responsiveness within the conversation. The new message sending animation builds on a similar approach, providing a visual cue that the message has been successfully integrated into the chat.

It is likely that WhatsApp will continue to expand on these animations in future beta updates, possibly introducing new effects for other interactive elements. These enhancements aim to create a more interactive user experience, making these interactions within the app feel smoother and more responsive. It is also possible that some users with the latest stable version of WhatsApp for iOS from the App Store may experience the same message sending animation. This indicates that WhatsApp is already testing these animations on a broader scale, beyond just the beta tester group.

A feature that animates sending chat messages 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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