WhatsApp has introduced new features on the newly updated version 2.23.5.12, which is now available through the Google Play Beta Program. This latest update has a handy new feature that will be especially useful for large group chat members. The new feature replaces phone numbers with push names in the chat list whenever you receive a message from an unknown contact within a group chat. WhatsApp has also introduced a new shortcut of status boosting for businesses to help them reach a larger audience.
Wabetainfo reports that this feature was first introduced in the WhatsApp beta for the Android 2.22.25.10 update. The initial update replaced phone numbers with usernames within the message bubble in group chats, making recognizing messages from unknown contacts easier.
WhatsApp has enabled this new feature, in the latest update. The push name will now replace the phone number within the chat list, so users can easily identify who the unknown contact is without having to save the number as a new contact. This feature is especially useful for large group users, where it’s a headache to identify unknown participants. The push name will also appear instead of the phone number in different app sections, such as the group participants list.
It’s worth noting that this feature is not intended to hide phone numbers for group members, as they are still visible within the chat bubble. Currently, it’s available to a few users, who have updated the WhatsApp Beta version. Expectations are there, In the near future, you will able to see this feature for the rest of the users.
Overall, this update will be a welcome change for many WhatsApp users who have struggled to identify unknown contacts in group chats. This new push name feature will make the group chat easier and greatly impact communication
WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.5.0.73: what’s new?
The push name replaces the phone number within the chat list when you receive a message from an unknown contact in a group chat, for some beta testers!https://t.co/tJRNIsnbK1
— WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) March 9, 2023
WhatsApp also introduced a new shortcut of status boosting for businesses to help them reach a larger audience. This shortcut enables businesses to advertise their status updates on Facebook and Instagram. The new shortcut is available for some users who have installed the latest updated Android 2.23.6.12 and iOS
WhatsApp beta for iOS and Android offer new shortcut to boost status updates for businesses!
A new shortcut for businesses is available: it allows them to quickly advertise their status updates on Facebook and Instagram to reach a wider audience.https://t.co/j621P2fv9S
— WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) March 15, 2023
