Meta's WhatsApp is currently testing a new UI for its status menu on Android smartphones, with a similar update expected for iPhones soon. The beta version (v2.24.4.23) introduces an experimental feature aimed at enhancing the distinction between stories and channels.
The updated status bar presents stories and channels in a rectangular format, offering users a quick preview of the content without having to open them. This UI improvement aims to make it easier for users to access and subscribe to specific channels.
WhatsApp frequently explores UI adjustments, ensuring they enhance the user experience before a wider release. The introduction of channels on the status bar had initially caused some clutter, prompting the need for a more streamlined and modernized status menu.
The ongoing testing phase allows the company to gather feedback and refine the feature for optimal usability.
Enthusiasts can access the beta version of WhatsApp on both Android and iPhones through the Google Play Store and App Store, respectively. This early access not only allows users to explore upcoming features but also assists the company in evaluating and fine-tuning new features before a broader rollout to the general public.
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