Latest WhatsApp Beta Update Hub: Upcoming Features, Sticker Packs, News and more
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Hello guys and welcome to the Sammy Fans‘ dedicated WhatsApp (Beta) update hub. Here you can find the latest information on every WhatsApp Messenger (Stable & Beta) update. We will put all the features that are under development and arriving on the Android Beta channel along with version numbers.
Usually, WhatsApp releases a number of new updates on Android and iOS Beta channels in a single month in which most of the updates are covered by a dedicated blog called WABetaInfo.com. All the upcoming features come first to WhatsApp Beta testers through Google Play Store and we’ll cover them all.
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Latest WhatsApp (Beta) Updates
April 18, 2022:
WhatsApp is working to add a new feature that let users hide their last seen for a particular contact. Now you can hide a specific contact or ap person on WhatsApp for both Android and iOS devices. Currently, this feature is available for bets testers and soon its stable version will be released for another user.
April 12, 2022
WhatsApp beta for Android comes up with the new communities tab, placed just right after ‘Chats’ on the top of the menu, you can see it in the screenshot mentioned by the WABbetaInfo. You can identify this beta build via the 2.22.9.10 version number, and soon the company will release its stable version.
April 11, 2022
WhatsApp is working to deliver a new feature that let users share their profile interface, but the feature is currently under development and soon release via a stable update. The latest WhatsApp beta for Android can be identified through build number – 2.22.9.8. Below you can check the screenshot shared by WABetaInfo.
April 08, 2022
As per the info, WhatsApp is testing a new feature for Android users to prevent certain disappearing messages to expire in a future update of the app. As you can see from the screenshot shared by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is now automatically turning off the option “media visibility” for disappearing chats. This is to provide better privacy when using lost messages and to preserve personal information in lost conversations.
- Build beta: WhatsApp Beta 2.22.4.14
April 06, 2022
In a recent development, WhatsApp is working on a messages reaction feature for Android beta v2.22.9.4. As per the WABetaInfo, after grabbing this beta update users will react to messages on their WhatsApp account, you need to long-press messages, and a reaction bar shows up with 6 different emojis including Like, Love, Laugh, Suprised, Sad, and Thank You.
April 02, 2022
The latest WhatsApp Beta for Android v2.22.8.11 brings a new interface for the camera. Meanwhile, the feature is under development that allows new camera interfaces, in recent development WhatsApp is starting a test by releasing these new features.
Below you can check the Screenshot via WABetInfo, the new interface for the WhatsApp camera. The company will soon release its stable version for users.
April 01, 2022
As per the info, WhatsApp is working to limit the forwarded messages to more than one group chat at a time. WhatsApp now introduces new restrictions when forwarding messages to other ground chats on WhatsApp beta for Android. New restrictions have already been rolled out for some Android beta testers and will soon release it stable update for other users.
- Beta Build: WhatsApp Beta 2.22.7.2
December 08, 2021
According to the latest information, WhatsApp released a new Beta update for Android phones, which hints the messenger app is preparing to add the possibility to create a community in a future update. The community will help group admins to manage all linked groups better, and there is an advantage for group participants too.
- Beta Build: WhatsApp Beta 2.21.25.17
October 30, 2021
The latest WhatsApp Beta for Android v2.21.22.17 brings news about future plans for Payments using Novi, a Digital Wallet with no fees, to send and receive money securely and instantly. Read more
October 14, 2021
WABetaInfo revealed that WhatsApp is working to support skin tone combinations for couples emoji. However, this feature is under development, so it’s not ready now, and it will be released in a future update on WhatsApp beta for Android.
WhatsApp is working to support skin tone combinations for couples emoji.
This feature is under development, so it's not ready now, and it will be released in a future update on WhatsApp beta for Android. pic.twitter.com/aa9QnfX6jK
— WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) October 14, 2021
October 10, 2021: WhatsApp starts releasing encrypted backups for Android Beta testers. Read more
October 2, 2021: WhatsApp adds new beta label to identify beta builds within WhatsApp Settings. Read more
September 28, 2021: WhatsApp reportedly working on multi-device support with various new improvements. Read more
September 27, 2021: WhatsApp reportedly working on cashback feature to reward users for making payments. Read more
September 21, 2021: After iOS, WhatsApp Beta enables Message Reporting for Android. Read more
July 18, 2021: WhatsApp has finally started rolling out an important feature that makes it possible to encrypt your backups. It comes with the latest WhatsApp Beta v2.21.15.5. Users will have to choose a password that will be used to encrypt their future backups.
The chosen password will always be needed to insert when the user restores a backup, otherwise, you won’t be able to restore your chat history. It’s noteworthy that this password is private and it’s not shared with WhatsApp, Facebook, Google, or Apple.
July 16, 2021: WhatsApp will soon announce the Business Directory program that’s requirements are:
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- Use the most recent WhatsApp update available on the Play Store and App Store, when the feature will be available publicly.
- You should include all the details about your business in your Business Profile.
- Set the privacy setting to “everyone” for “Profile Picture”.
- Have a business license. More details will be provided from WhatsApp when the Business Directory will be available.
- If you meet the requirements, you will be able to apply for free to join the Business Directory, in WhatsApp Business Tools Settings.
- WhatsApp Beta v2.21.15.4 – Download Link
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July 15, 2021: WhatsApp has finally started to roll out multi-device features for specific beta testers on WhatsApp beta for Android and iOS.
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- In order to check the availability of the multi-device function of your device, just open WhatsApp Web/Desktop Settings from your Samsung Galaxy device.
- If the feature is enabled for your WhatsApp account, you can see a new row called “Multi-device beta”.
- WhatsApp Beta v2.21.15.3 – Download Link
Things you need to know when using multi-device beta:
- When you join multi-device beta, all your previous sessions will be removed and you need to link your devices again. Probably WhatsApp will ask to connect your phone to WhatsApp Web or WhatsApp Desktop twice when you join the multi-device beta the first time. This is to ensure the transition to multi-device.
- Linked devices are automatically logged out from your WhatsApp account after 14 days of inactivity on your phone, due to security reasons. So you need to use your phone at least once every 14 days.
- Some features are not supported yet, because it’s a beta version, like the possibility to view live locations on linked devices, pinned chats don’t show up immediately but you need to manually search for them the first time and, if you use WhatsApp Business, your business name and labels cannot be edited from WhatsApp Web and WhatsApp Desktop. These small issues will be fixed in a future update.
July 14, 2021: WhatsApp beta for Android comes with a new user interface similar to Apple’s FaceTime and Ring buttons. However, the same feature was previously rolled out for WhatsApp for iOS, which brings some improvements.
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- WhatsApp Beta v2.21.15.2 – Download Link
July 13, 2021: Whatsapp is working on an “in-app tool” to review bans that a lot of reliable users are often banned on WhatsApp because their accounts are wrongly flagged from their automated systems.
July 10, 2021: A couple of days ago, it’s reported that WhatsApp is working to implement new real-time voice waveforms while recording voice messages. We now have a screenshot of the UI of this upcoming feature that you can see below. When the user taps the stop button, he will be able to listen to the voice message before sending it.
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- WhatsApp Beta v2.21.14.18 – Download Link
July 08, 2021: WhatsApp just released a new update with version number 2.21.14.16 on the Android Beta channel. It reveals the messenger is working on image quality settings, so you will be able to send images using the best quality available. The expected image quality settings could include:
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- Auto (recommended): WhatsApp detects what is the best compression algorithm for specific images.
- Best quality: WhatsApp will send the image using the best quality available!
- Data saver: compression is enabled when Data saver is enabled in your Android settings.
- WhatsApp Beta v2.21.14.16 – Download Link
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WhatsApp Beta lets you create call links directly in group chats
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WhatsApp is updating its app for Android devices with a useful feature for group calls with a new update. The latest version arrives with version 2.24.19.14 and is available through the Google Play Beta Program.
With the latest update, WhatsApp brings a new ability to create call links directly within group chats. Before, you had to go to the calls tab to generate a link for voice or video calls. Now, the latest update lets you make a call link from the chat itself.
Through this update, you don’t need to ring everyone in the group to start a call. Instead, you can share a link in the group chat to join the call. The new feature makes it easier to start and join calls in group chats.
Once you create the link, you can easily send it to the group, and members can join the call by clicking the link whenever they want. It’s particularly useful for big groups or people in different time zones who may not be available at the same time.
The call link feature of group chats is currently available through the WhatsApp beta update. The company will soon make it available for all users in upcoming stable updates.
WhatsApp Beta update introduces new feature for managing contact syncing
WhatsApp Beta update introduces new feature for managing contact syncing
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WhatsApp has rolled out a new beta update with version 2.24.19.12 for Android devices. It comes with a new feature to give users better control over their contact syncing.
According to the information, the new feature will allow users to manage how their contacts are synced with WhatsApp. At present, when you sync your contacts, they are automatically shared across all your linked accounts.
With this beta update, you will be able to turn off contact syncing for specific accounts. This means you can keep your contact lists separate and private, especially if you have multiple WhatsApp accounts on the same device.
If you decide to turn off contact syncing, all contacts saved to your WhatsApp accounts will be deleted. They won’t automatically restore if you change phones or reinstall the app.
On the other side, if you turn contact syncing back on, your contacts will be backed up and can be automatically restored across all your devices. The feature is currently under development, so it’s not available just yet. Stay tuned for more information.
WhatsApp bringing advanced contact syncing for multiple accounts
Fresh WhatsApp Beta lets you access status updates directly from viewer list
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WhatsApp has introduced a new feature to easily access the status updates from the viewer list for Android. The company has released a new update for beta testers with version 2.24.19.4, available through the Google Play Beta Program.
The new feature is currently available to some beta testers who have installed the latest beta update. WhatsApp plans to extend this feature to more users over the coming days.
What’s New
The fresh update of Whatsapp allows users to open status updates directly from the viewer list. When users check who has viewed their status updates, they will now see a green ring around the profile pictures of contacts who have also posted new status updates.
This new addition lets users directly access and view these new updates from within the viewer list. It simplifies the process of viewing the new status and reduces the need to switch tabs.
With the new update, you can now easily check the status updates of people who have viewed your status. If someone you like has seen your status, you can directly view their latest status updates from the viewer list. This makes it simpler to stay updated with their content.
Previously, WhatsApp released a redesigned preview feature to see and manage status updates by adding visual indicators for new content. This update allowed users to see who had shared new status updates by displaying a green ring around their profile pictures. Now, with the latest beta update, you can not only see the green ring but also directly view the status from the viewer list.