WhatsApp for iOS 24.20.78: what's new?

WhatsApp has just submitted a new stable update for iOS, available on the App Store: the build number is 24.20.78.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is widely rolling out new video playback controls to everyone!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.13.10.76 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a video note mode feature for the camera. This feature is designed to enhance the process of recording and sharing video notes by allowing users to capture video messages directly within the camera interface. With this new mode, users can easily record video notes, encouraging them to share video messages directly within their conversations. It appears WhatsApp is now experimenting with new features aimed at enhancing the video playing experience. In the past few days, the WhatsApp for iOS 24.20.78 update was released on the App Store. Thanks to the official changelog, we discovered that WhatsApp is widely rolling out new video playback controls to everyone!

The official changelog mentions that videos now include the ability to adjust playback speed, offering three options: normal, fast (1.5x), and faster (2.0x). This feature provides users with greater flexibility when watching videos, allowing them to tailor their viewing experience to suit their preferences and time constraints. These playback options enhance convenience based on the type of content being viewed, as users can finally choose to speed up longer videos to save time, with the control conveniently placed next to the progress bar for easy access.

The official changelog also notes that WhatsApp is widely rolling out a picture-in-picture feature for videos. This mode allows users to resize the video window and move it around the screen, providing flexibility in how they interact with both the video and their conversations. A button to enable this mode is located next to the playback bar, making it easier for users to enable this mode without interrupting the viewing experience. After enabling the picture-in-picture mode, users can continue chatting, sending messages, or even browsing through other chats and apps while the video plays in the corner of the screen.

The picture-in-picture window also features essential playback controls, including the ability to skip forward, skip backward, and pause the video, allowing users to manage their viewing experience without interruption. It's also important to mention that this feature is expected to support iOS 14 and later versions, as the API required for this functionality has been available for developers since iOS 14.

If you don't have these features, note that some accounts may receive them 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 these features in the near future in case you don't have them 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 feature to bring new video playback controls 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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