WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.8.10.72: what's new?
WhatsApp has released a new iOS update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 25.8.10.72.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a feature to share music from Spotify in status updates, and it will be available in a future update!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Spotify Music - status updates |
| Status? | Under development |
| Availability? | WhatsApp is currently working on bringing a feature to share music from Spotify in status updates 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 news of the week: Meta AI chatbot is available in Europe and the UK on iOS and Android! |
SPOTIFY MUSIC - STATUS UPDATES
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.8.3 update, we announced that a feature to share music from Spotify in status updates was under development. This feature would allow users to seamlessly share their favorite songs directly in their status updates, providing an engaging preview that includes details such as the song title, artist name, and album cover. Additionally, a shortcut to open Spotify will be integrated into the status update, enabling viewers to open and listen to the song on Spotify with a single tap. It appears that WhatsApp now intends to bring the same experience with sharing music from Spotify to iOS users in the future, ensuring a consistent experience across both platforms. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.8.10.72 update, which is available on the TestFlight app, we discovered that WhatsApp is working on a feature to share music from Spotify in status updates!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, WhatsApp is exploring the implementation of a feature that will allow users to easily share music tracks from Spotify directly into their WhatsApp status updates through a dedicated integration. When this feature is released in a future update, users will find a new "Status" button in the share sheet of the Spotify app. This shortcut will allow them to quickly post a song as a WhatsApp status update, eliminating the need for manual forwarding, copying, and pasting of links. This integration will simplify the sharing process, making it more intuitive and efficient for users who frequently share music with their contacts.
Once the user selects the "Status" option from the Spotify share menu, WhatsApp will automatically generate a preview of the shared track. This preview will display essential information, including the song title, artist name, and album cover, ensuring that viewers can easily recognize the track. In addition to the preview, WhatsApp will also place a "Play on Spotify" button within the status header. This button will allow viewers to instantly open and listen to the song directly in the Spotify app with a single tap, enhancing engagement and streamlining music discovery among users.
This integration marks a significant improvement in how users interact with status updates on WhatsApp, bringing it in line with the experience already available on Instagram Stories. By enabling seamless music sharing, WhatsApp aims to make status updates a more interactive and expressive medium for users to recommend their favorite tracks. It is also worth noting that WhatsApp status updates, including those that contain shared music, are always protected by end-to-end encryption. This means that only the intended recipients will be able to see the shared song, so neither WhatsApp nor third parties will have access to the specific tracks shared in status updates.
A feature to share music from Spotify in status updates is under development and it will be available in a future update of the app. We will keep you updated on any further developments about this feature until it's officially released.
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