Missed our weekly WhatsApp beta updates? Catch up now with our summary! Among our 9 stories we shared, the best news of the week is about a feature under development to share status updates in group chats on Android and iOS!
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- In the article about the WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.19.10.74 update, we announced that WhatsApp is testing a new feature that will allow users to switch between multiple accounts directly from the app settings. Users will see all their registered accounts with names and profile pictures, enabling instant switching without logging out or restarting the app. Notifications will also indicate which account received a message, and tapping them will switch to the correct profile automatically.
- WhatsApp is working on a feature that will let users filter channel updates to view only subscriber-exclusive content, as announced in the article about the WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.19.10.75 update. A new filter icon will appear after subscribing to a channel, allowing one-tap access to "Subscriber Updates". This will help users quickly find premium posts and evaluate their value.
- At the global Conversations conference in Miami, WhatsApp announced several enterprise-focused updates, including enhanced calling, AI-powered tools, and centralized campaign management. Larger businesses will soon be able to offer voice and video calls directly through the WhatsApp Business Platform, enabling more personal, real-time customer support. WhatsApp also introduced Business AI that can assist with product recommendations, follow-ups, and customer service directly within chats, with initial rollout starting in Mexico. Additionally, businesses will gain access to a unified campaign management system across WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram via Ads Manager.
- With the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.20.6 update, WhatsApp is developing a feature that will let group members share status updates visible only to others in the same group. These updates will appear in the Updates tab and within the group chat itself, making it easier for members to view them without needing each other in their contacts. Group status updates are fully protected by end-to-end encryption, ensuring that only members of the specific group can access the shared content.
- The feature to share group status updates is also under development with the iOS app, specifically in the WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.19.10.76 update. WhatsApp is working on a way for users to share status updates directly with their groups more seamlessly, without the need to mention the group or trigger notifications. These group status updates will be visible only to members of that specific group, disappear after 24 hours, and remain protected by end-to-end encryption for full privacy.
- A new "Drafts" filter for the chats tab is under development with the WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.19.10.79 update, allowing users to quickly view all conversations with unsent messages. Users will have full control over the filter and can enable or disable it from the chat list settings.
- In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.20.7 update, we announced that WhatsApp is testing a new trial program for businesses that offers free broadcast message credits each month for six months. This allows eligible businesses to explore the benefits of broadcast messaging without an immediate paid subscription. The trial is limited to broadcasts and may only be available in select countries or to certain accounts, with WhatsApp reserving the right to modify or cancel it at any time.
- With the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.20.5 update, some businesses can explore a new AI-handoff. This filter is designed to organize chats that need manual attention when AI-powered replies can't resolve a customer's inquiry. It appears in a dedicated tab and helps businesses quickly identify conversations that require human input, improving response accuracy and speed. The feature only becomes available when AI replies are enabled, acting as a smart bridge between automation and personalized service.
- The WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.20.3 update allows some beta testers to share media directly as a status update using the Android share sheet, offering a quicker way to post content. When sharing a photo or video from another app, users will see a "My Status" option that opens the WhatsApp status editor immediately. This streamlines the process for sharing temporary content without saving it first.
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