WhatsApp for iOS 24.13.72: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new stable update for iOS, available on the App Store: the build number is 24.13.72.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is widely rolling out a group chat event feature to everyone!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Changelog about? | Group chat events |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp for iOS 24.13.72 is marked as a compatible update. |
| I have the same version but I don't have this feature. Why? | Although WhatsApp did not mention this feature in the official changelog on the App Store, we can confirm that it is finally available to everyone. Please verify if you're on the latest version of WhatsApp. |
| Thanks: | IgnacioAF and Youssef Salem, for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp news of the week: first sticker pack with Lottie framework is available! |
GROUP CHAT EVENTS
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.14.9 update, we announced that WhatsApp is currently rolling out an event feature for group chats to everyone. This feature allows users to create and manage events directly within their group chats, a functionality that was previously limited to community groups. In the past few days, the WhatsApp for iOS 24.13.72 update was released on the App Store. Although it's not mentioned in the official changelog, it appears that this update brings the same event creation and management capabilities to all iOS users, as reported by WhatsApp on their X profile.
As you can see from the attached screenshot, WhatsApp is introducing the ability to create events even in regular group chats, expanding beyond community groups. Event support for group chats is also available in the beta build of the app, not just the stable release, making it accessible to all users. Through this feature, users can create activities for their group chats including details such as the name, description, date, optional location, and whether a voice or video call is needed. Once an event is created, everyone within the group chat can view and accept invitations, while the creator can update event details as necessary at any time. It's worth noting that events are always securely end-to-end encrypted, ensuring that only participants in the conversation have access to event details and communications.
If you don’t have this feature, note that some accounts may receive it over the coming weeks, although it has not been indicated in the official changelog. Please stay ahead by regularly updating WhatsApp from the App Store and the TestFlight app to get this feature in the future in case you don’t have it after installing this update. By staying proactive in updating your app, you can ensure that you're always equipped with the latest and most advanced features WhatsApp has to offer.
A group chat event feature is available for iOS users who install the latest update of WhatsApp from the App Store. Make sure to install this update to enjoy a better user experience.
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