WhatsApp all set to introduce overhauled interface for Android application | What to Expect
PTC Web Desk: WhatsApp is set to introduce an overhauled interface for its Android application. After months of development, WhatsApp is ready to unveil this transformation to a select group of beta testers through WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.21.12 update, now available on the Google Play Store, as reported by WaBetaInfo.
This forthcoming design change is a part of WhatsApp's efforts to infuse the app with a fresh, Material Design 3-inspired interface, complete with new colours and icons aimed at delivering a sleek and visually appealing user experience.
Besides the visual revamp, WhatsApp is set to introduce a novel feature: a group chat event system designed to serve as an in-built reminder for community group conversations.
As of now, this updated interface is exclusively accessible to a limited group of beta testers. It introduces a fresh set of icons and a new green-themed colour scheme for both light and dark modes. Noteworthy changes include the chat bubbles and the floating action button, which now sport vibrant colours. Reports suggest that WhatsApp might introduce minor interface alterations incrementally, such as new icons, before implementing the full-colour scheme. This paves the way for a broader user base to explore the updated interface in the near future.
The revamped interface will initially be available to a select group of beta testers who download the latest WhatsApp beta for Android version from the Google Play Store. However, WhatsApp's plan is to gradually expand its availability to a wider audience in the coming weeks, promising an enriched experience for all.
- With inputs from agencies
