Meta’s WhatsApp is undergoing significant UI changes in its status menu, with a particular focus on enhancing the visibility of stories and channels. The company is presently experimenting with this revamped interface on Android devices, signaling a potential rollout for iPhones shortly.
The beta version of WhatsApp (v2.24.4.23) showcases the experimental feature, as reported by WABetaInfo. The rectangular format of the status bar now offers users a quick preview of content, enabling efficient differentiation between stories and channels. Furthermore, this updated UI facilitates swift subscription or access to specific channels directly from the status bar.
WhatsApp frequently explores UI modifications, introducing them only if deemed beneficial for the regular user or to accommodate new features. The addition of channels to the status bar initially led to a cluttered interface, prompting users to hide seen stories for quick channel access. The impending change aims to address this, promising a more streamlined and modernized status menu for easy navigation through both stories and channels.
The beta version of WhatsApp is accessible for Android and iPhones via the Google Play Store and App Store, respectively. Enthusiasts opting for the beta version gain early access to upcoming features, allowing the company to evaluate new functionalities before a broader public release. Stay tuned for the official launch of this revamped status menu, promising a more user-friendly experience on WhatsApp.
