WhatsApp is adding a new liquid glass design to the chat screen for iPhone users. This messaging app is owned by Meta.
Last year, WhatsApp started testing a beta version of the 'liquid glass' design. It was first used on the app's bottom navigation bar and some chat tab elements.
In early October, the new design started reaching some users. However, the rollout has been slower than expected. Most users still cannot see the updated interface, according to WABetaInfo. WABetaInfo is a website that specializes in WhatsApp updates.
Meta has continued to expand the new liquid glass design. It is now included in the beta version of WhatsApp. The audio message player has been updated to show the new design.
WABetaInfo now reports that Meta is working to bring the liquid glass design to the entire chat screen. This update is not yet available to beta testers.
The update includes a floating chat bar. It also has a semi-transparent navigation bar. This bar has light effects for depth, shadow, and blur.
This update might excite WhatsApp users who are frustrated by the slow arrival of the new design. It also shows that Meta is still working on this visual change. They might delay the full release until more parts of the app match the liquid glass design.
As with beta features, especially those found in the app's code, an exact release date for all users cannot be set. This seems to be the case here.