WhatsApp is getting a makeover: Leaked images reveal an all-new design for iPhone and Android
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- Revamped colors and conversation filters are among the changes being tested
- The changes tested currently vary depending on the type of device you are using
WhatsApp is preparing for some major changes to its platform, with new design features reportedly coming to both iPhone and Android.
Leakers claim that Mark Zuckerberg’s messaging app could get a complete makeover in the coming months, with a series of design tweaks in the works.
However, refreshed colors and new buttons are said to be part of it WABetaInfo says these changes may initially vary depending on the device you own.
Meanwhile, conversation filters are reportedly part of both iPhone and Android testing, allowing users to categorize messages into “All,” “Unread,” “Personal,” and “Business.”
“We are very happy to announce that WhatsApp is finally working on improving the interface of the app by introducing a new design,” writes WABetaInfo.
Revamped colors and conversation filters are among the changes being tested
The new design includes updated navigation bar buttons, which will make the interface more modern.
“In addition, WhatsApp also plans to add a filter row that will allow users to sort their chats by two filters: personal conversations and business chats.”
While many features are still in development, speakers say some are being tested on WhatsApp Beta – a testing program that allows users to try out features before they are released more widely.
Images also show that new colors have been tested more widely on iOS versions of WhatsApp, with notifications, timestamps and tabs switched from blue to a more brand-appropriate shade of green.
Meanwhile, the so-called “2.23.18.18” Android test reportedly tested a new menu title with the app’s name in green at the top.
Other tests also looked at multi-account options, meaning multiple profiles will function on one device in the future.
If true, it would bring WhatsApp in line with Twitter, aka ‘X’, which also allows users to switch between different accounts in seconds.
This comes just as Zuckerberg is arguing with X owner Elon Musk over the new ‘Twitter-killer’ Threads app.
The changes tested currently seem to vary depending on the type of device you are using
As of now, it’s unclear if and when both iPhone and Android will be part of the same beta or main app updates.
Preservation filters, new colors and the revamped menu tab are reportedly in the development phase and are not yet ready for beta users.
But Android’s multi-account options are currently available to some and will roll out more widely in the coming days, speakers say.
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