WhatsApp for iOS 25.25.73: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new iOS update through the App Store, bringing the version up to 25.25.73.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that introduces a unified calling system in group chats, and it's available to some users!

In the article about the WhatsApp for iOS 25.23.82 update, we announced that a feature that replaces voice and video call buttons with one unified calling menu was available. This feature lets users initiate voice or video calls, create call links, and schedule calls from a single, streamlined menu in chats with businesses and group conversations. In group chats, it also enables users to select specific participants for a call, providing more control and preventing unnecessary disruptions to the entire group. After our initial announcement, WhatsApp is now highlighting this functionality in the official changelog on the App Store, indicating a wider rollout than at the time of our previous report. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp for iOS 25.25.73 update, which is available on the App Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that introduces a unified calling system in group chats!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some users can now explore a new feature that allows them to schedule calls and view upcoming calls directly from the Calls tab. This functionality lets users view their scheduled calls at a glance, access call details quickly, and adjust the time if necessary. According to the official changelog from the App Store, when users choose to schedule a call, they are prompted to pick a contact or group to share the invitation with. This process makes it easier to plan conversations in advance and ensures that all participants receive the call details.

WhatsApp also announced that a new unified calling system is available in group chats. This menu consolidates all calling-related actions in one place. Users can start a voice call, initiate a video call, create a call link, or schedule a call directly from this menu. This menu also includes the "select participants" option, which allows users to choose exactly who they want to include in the call. This ensures that calls are targeted and prevents unnecessary interruptions for other group members.

The participant selection process is simple and intuitive. When initiating a call, a full list of all group members is displayed, allowing users to pick exactly who they want to include. Users can select multiple participants at once and easily adjust their choices before starting the call. Once the participants are chosen, the user can decide whether to initiate a voice or video call, or even schedule it for a later time. This workflow streamlines the process of organizing calls while preventing unnecessary disruptions to other group members who are not involved.

Although WhatsApp does not mention it in the official changelog for this update, we can confirm that this version is fully compatible with iOS 26. This compatibility means that WhatsApp has compiled the build using the iOS 26.0 SDK, which allows the app to leverage system-level improvements, optimizations, and bug fixes specific to iOS 26.0. Using the latest SDK ensures better performance, enhanced stability, and improved integration with the newest system APIs, providing a smoother experience for users on iOS 26 devices.

However, despite being compatible with iOS 26.0, support for the Liquid Glass interface is not yet available in this release. As announced in the article covering the WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.24.10.70 update, Liquid Glass remains under active development. While we have already shared multiple images and videos showcasing the new translucent interface, it is not yet accessible to the public as WhatsApp is still refining the design and testing its performance and stability before an official release.

Like some other apps in the Meta ecosystem, including Facebook and Messenger, WhatsApp has deliberately disabled Liquid Glass in this iOS 26-specific update. This decision ensures that the app remains stable and fully functional while the new interface is refined. WhatsApp is carefully refining every detail of Liquid Glass, from transparency effects to dynamic reflections, before making it available to users. Once fully implemented, this feature will provide a visually immersive experience that aligns with iOS 26's system design, but for now, the update is dedicated to compatibility and stability.

A feature that introduces a unified calling system in group chats is available to some users who install the latest version of WhatsApp for iOS from the App Store, and it's rolling out to more people over the coming weeks.

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