Meta-owned platform WhatsApp is rolling out a new update for its Android beta version, which introduces a new interface for managing chat lists. The new feature from WhatsApp is expected to give its users a smoother and more user-friendly experience while browsing their conversations.
WhatsApp was introducing a new feature that allows users to delete preset chat lists. However, with this update, you will be able to remove filters like “Unread” or “Groups” from the chat screen. Users can tap and hold on a filter to access the delete option.
WABetaInfo According to a report from , WhatsApp is introducing a redesigned interface for managing chat lists, and it is available to some beta testers for Android users. WhatsApp is said to be testing a new design for this feature that will help users manage their filters. Some beta testers have noticed changes while using the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.25.8 update.
Reportedly, the entire interface for creating, managing, and deleting lists is being redesigned to align with the look and feel of other parts of the app, such as the “Security” and “Mail” settings. Additionally, some users who are using stable versions of the app may have already had the chance to try out the updated interface for managing their chat lists.
The new interface is said to be more streamlined than the old design. According to the report, key filters like “Favorites” and “Different Conversations” are now located at the top of the screen. Additionally, a redesigned button has been introduced just below these main filters, which will allow users to create a new custom list.
There are reports that WhatsApp will stop supporting older versions of iOS and some iPhone models from May 2025. This change is expected to affect devices that were released more than ten years ago. This may include the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus, as the last available iOS update for these phones is iOS 12.5.7.
