WhatsApp for iOS 24.15.79: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new stable update for iOS, available on the App Store: the build number is 24.15.79.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is widely rolling out a group chat events feature to everyone!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Changelog about? | Group chat events |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp for iOS 24.15.79 is marked as a compatible update, but it's also possible to experiment with this feature by installing certain previous updates. |
| I have the same version but I don't have this feature. Why? | Although WhatsApp has officially announced this feature, some users may receive it over the coming weeks, as mentioned in the changelog on the App Store. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp news of the week: voice chat mode feature with Meta AI on iOS! |
GROUP CHAT EVENTS
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.14.9 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a feature to bring events to group chats. Previously limited to community group chats, WhatsApp is now extending this functionality to regular group chats. This enhancement allows users to create and manage events within any group chat, whether associated with a community or not, making it easier for all members to organize and coordinate activities. Recently, the WhatsApp for iOS 24.15.79 update was released on the App Store. Thanks to the official changelog, we discovered that WhatsApp is widely rolling out a group chat events feature to everyone!
The official changelog mentions that it is now possible to create events in regular group chats. The option to organize events allows users to input event details such as the name, description, date, optional location, and choose between a voice or video call. Once the event begins, all members who accepted the invite will receive a notification to keep them informed. It is important to note that event details are always end-to-end encrypted, ensuring that only participants in the group chat have access to the information, maintaining privacy and confidentiality. It is worth noting that we previously covered the availability of events in group chats in our article about the WhatsApp for iOS 24.13.72 update, but WhatsApp is now officially announcing this feature through the changelog on the App Store, confirming its rollout to a broader audience and making it available to all users.
If you don't have this feature, note that some accounts may receive it over the coming weeks, as indicated in the official changelog. Please stay ahead by regularly updating WhatsApp from the App Store and the TestFlight app to get this features in the near 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 events 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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