by Meta is actively involving developers in creating innovative features to improve user engagement on its messaging platform. WhatsApp is working on a new functionality that allows users to privately tag contacts in their status updates, enhancing interaction. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is planning to introduce a new feature that will enable users to privately mention contacts in their Status updates.
This means that whenever a contact is mentioned in a status update, a discreet notification will be sent exclusively to that particular contact, ensuring that they are promptly notified about the mention. WhatsApp’s new feature functions in a similar manner: users can now mention specific contacts when posting a Status update. These mentions are private and will not be visible to other viewers, but the tagged contacts will receive a discreet notification informing them of the mention.
WhatsApp is developing a lock feature to secure chats and privately mention others when sharing stories. These features are now available on WhatsApp beta version 2.24.8.4, providing enhanced protection for conversations across devices. The upcoming WhatsApp feature is in the works to improve user engagement by adding interactivity to WhatsApp Statuses.
Wabetainfo found this feature in the WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.24.6.19, and it is now being introduced to the iOS app. The latest WhatsApp beta for iOS, version 24.7.10.71, revealed the ongoing development of private contact tagging in Status updates for iOS devices through the TestFlight app.
WhatsApp has recently unveiled a new privacy-focused feature, along with the introduction of its swipeable Navigation Bar. This significant update comes after an extensive year-long testing period. By incorporating Google’s Material Design guidelines, WhatsApp demonstrates its dedication to enhancing user experience and pushing the boundaries of interface innovation. This combination of privacy and design improvements showcases WhatsApp’s commitment to providing a seamless and secure messaging platform for its users.
