WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.27.10.70: what's new?
WhatsApp has released a new iOS update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 25.27.10.70.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that enables one-tap chats from the status viewers list, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Key Points | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature: | Status Chat Shortcut |
| Status: | Rolling out |
| Compatibility: | WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.27.10.70 has been designated as a compatible update, but some users with the stable release on the App Store can also experiment with the same feature. |
| Availability info: | This feature is available to some beta testers, and it is rolling out to more users over the coming weeks. |
| Previous news: | WhatsApp Launches New Feature That Lets Users Control and Reshare Status Updates! |
STATUS CHAT SHORTCUT
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.23.24 update, we announced that a feature to message contacts from the status update screen was available. This new shortcut makes it faster and more convenient to start conversations with people who viewed your status by allowing direct access to the chat window without leaving the viewer's list. It appears that WhatsApp now intends to offer iOS users the same messaging shortcut as it already does for the Android version, aiming to provide a consistent experience across both platforms. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.27.10.70 update, which is available on the TestFlight app, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that enables one-tap chats from the status viewers list!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new feature that simplifies communication directly from the status screen. This feature introduces a dedicated button placed right next to the name of each contact who viewed your status update. By tapping this button, users can immediately jump into the chat window of that contact without going through additional steps.
Previously, the only way to start a conversation after checking who viewed a status was more complicated. Users first had to dismiss the status screen, switch to the Chats tab, scroll through their list of conversations, and then manually select the right contact. In cases where the chat with that person was not recent, users even had to use the search bar to locate the conversation. This process could be unnecessarily time-consuming, especially for users with a large number of active chats.
The new shortcut removes all of these extra steps and allows users to experiment with instant interactions. It makes the entire experience smoother by keeping the user within the status section while still being able to message someone. This is particularly useful for quickly responding to friends, family, or colleagues who have shown interest in your updates. For example, if someone reacts to a status update with a like, showing that they appreciated or were curious about the content, the author can immediately tap the shortcut to open a chat with that viewer. This creates a natural opportunity to start a conversation and discuss the update further.
WhatsApp decided to add this shortcut to simplify a very common action: starting a chat with someone who just viewed a status. Many users often want to reply directly after seeing who checked their updates, so it made sense to place the option exactly where it is needed. The position of this button within the viewers list is intuitive because it feels natural to connect right at the point of engagement. Instead of interrupting the flow by navigating away from the status interface, users can finally keep the interaction continuous and immediate.
This feature adds a new layer of convenience to the user experience, as it saves time, reduces friction, and encourages quicker conversations. This means that users can now focus more on communication and less on navigation. This shortcut also encourages spontaneity, as it becomes effortless to send a quick message the moment you see someone has viewed your status update.
A feature that enables one-tap chats from the status viewers list 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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