WhatsApp is experimenting with a new feature to make it easier for users to engage with the Status feature, resembling Instagram and Facebook Stories. The parent company, Meta, is working on a shortcut that allows users to see photos and videos of their contacts directly on the Status View page.
A new testing option is already available on Instagram and Facebook.
The new feature in beta version 2.24.19.4 for Android, as reported by WABetaInfo, enhances the usability of Status by enabling users to view updates without having to navigate the app’s home screen horizontal tray, potentially increasing user engagement with short-term posts.
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Currently, the new shortcut is being tested, and there is no estimated release date for all WhatsApp users. Meta anticipates that this update will enhance the visibility of Status and streamline interactions.
A recent WhatsApp test update was released via the Google Play Beta Program. The latest version, 2.24.20.9, introduces a feature that could benefit users who enjoy customizing their contacts’ statuses in the app. This new feature is currently being tested and may be included in upcoming updates of the messaging platform.
WhatsApp now enables users to reference a status in their chats.
The beta version 2.24.20.3 of WhatsApp introduced the feature to mention contacts in status updates, enabling users to directly involve specific contacts in their updates through notifications.
WhatsApp now offers the option to redirect status updates in version 2.24.20.9, which can be accessed through the Google Play Beta Program on the Google Play Store.
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WhatsApp is looking into introducing a new button for resending status updates where users are mentioned in a future update. The current button, available to some beta testers, is a simple icon next to the caption bar, which might not be clear to all users. The upcoming redesigned button will be larger, feature both an icon and text, and be placed above the caption bar to make its function more apparent to users.
YouTube is introducing a new feature for Android users that will enhance their user experience beyond just changing the appearance. The update will include a transparent status bar, replacing the previous solid one that appeared when scrolling through Home feeds and applications.
YouTube’s new see-through status bar.
The status bar on YouTube for Android used to be solid, making it opaque while scrolling through the Home and Subscription feeds, thus visually separating the content from system icons like the clock, notifications, and battery status.
This method, while practical, resulted in a minor gap between the interface components, particularly when contrasted with other parts of the application like the ambient mode of the video player, which already offered a more engaging and seamless look.
The new update makes the status bar transparent, enabling video thumbnails to show beneath the bar icons. This creates visual continuity, enhancing the interface’s cohesion and fluidity for a more immersive experience with videos having more visual presence without a solid bar interruption.
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Several devices have already acquired new features.
The new see-through status bar started appearing on various devices starting with YouTube version 19.37.35 for Android. However, not all users have access to it yet as the rollout is happening slowly, and some may not see the change right away based on their Android version and device.
While the update may not be available to everyone yet, it is expected that more individuals will begin noticing this change on their devices in the upcoming weeks. This gradual release strategy is commonly used for updates of major applications to enable the company to assess new features with a limited user group before a full rollout.
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