WhatsApp Status Updates Mimic Instagram Stories
In a move reflective of Meta's acquisition of WhatsApp, the messaging giant is rolling out updates reminiscent of features from its other platforms like Instagram and Facebook. The latest development on the horizon for WhatsApp appears to be borrowing yet another feature from Instagram.
As reported by WABetaInfo, the recent WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.6.19 update, now available on the Google Play Store, unveils a forthcoming feature: the ability to mention contacts in status updates.
The leaked information indicates WhatsApp's intention to enable users to tag contacts within their status updates. While the visibility of these tags to all status viewers remains uncertain, those tagged will receive instant notifications about the update.
With this anticipated feature, users can directly engage specific contacts through their status updates, mirroring the functionality seen in Instagram and Facebook stories. Although still in development, this feature is expected to be integrated into a future app update.
With this anticipated feature, users can directly engage specific contacts through their status updates, mirroring the functionality seen in Instagram and Facebook stories. Although still in development, this feature is expected to be integrated into a future app update.
Traditionally, WhatsApp has maintained a focus on personal messaging, distinguishing itself from the social-centric features of Facebook and Instagram. However, with this impending update, the lines between these platforms may begin to blur.
In parallel developments, WhatsApp is rumored to be on the brink of introducing chat filters to enhance user conversation organization. The messaging app is also experimenting with a feature allowing users to pin multiple conversations, promising an improved overall user experience.