WhatsApp is set to roll out a major User Interface (UI) update that may leave some users puzzled. While younger users may adapt easily, those less familiar with apps and smartphones might face a learning curve with WhatsApp’s revamped UI. The beta version already hints at substantial changes, including the removal of the familiar green color and adjustments to various UI elements. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:
According to a leaked image from WaBetaInfo, WhatsApp is relocating navigation bars like Status and Chats to the bottom of the app. The Communities tab is also finding a new home. The iconic green color remains but in a simplified form, with WhatsApp’s logo and messaging button adopting a green hue. New filter options, such as All, Unread, Personal, and Business, are set to improve message sorting and discovery.
While the specific features of these filters remain a mystery, WhatsApp seems to aim at categorizing chats as Personal or Business. Filter selection turns the chosen option green, creating a visually intuitive UI. Additionally, WhatsApp is introducing a profile symbol at the top of the app while retaining the search bar and camera icons. The overall UI adopts a cleaner, all-white appearance without separating lines between conversations.
These changes were discovered in WhatsApp’s beta for Android 2.23.13.16 update, featuring updated Material Design 3 UI elements. The redesign is ongoing, suggesting WhatsApp’s commitment to a modern, user-friendly experience. Once the beta phase concludes, the updated UI is likely to roll out to all WhatsApp users. Stay tuned to India Today Tech for the latest updates on these developments.
