Learn about the updates for WhatsApp on iOS. Understand what's changing.
The popular messaging app WhatsApp has recently released a new update for users, but only on iOS. Version 23.14.79, available in the Apple Store, brings some very interesting new features for Apple customers.
The new updates include chat forwarding, support for landscape mode for video calls, and the ability to silence incoming calls from unknown numbers. There are several tools for users to explore the application in the best possible way. Keep reading and understand better what's new in WhatsApp for iPhone owners.
What's new in WhatsApp?
WhatsApp has already officially announced these features, but some users may see them arriving in the coming weeks, according to the Apple Store changelog. Details about these new features are listed below.
Call Transfers and History
Previously, the WhatsApp iOS 23.9.0.72 beta update announced the ability for users to transfer their chat history to another iPhone. With this feature, you can finally transfer your data chats to another phone directly. In other words, users will no longer need to rely on iCloud to make this transfer.
Landscape mode support for video calls
Landscape mode support for video calls is definitely a very useful new feature. The tool has been long awaited by users, and it arrived recently. According to experts, landscape mode offers a wider view of the video call interface compared to portrait mode. This is especially useful when participating in large group calls, as it allows WhatsApp customers to see more people on the screen at the same time.
Block calls from unknown numbers
Still in the beta update of WhatsApp iOS 23.10.0.70, some users had the chance to try out the option to silence calls from unknown numbers. This is a great feature, since the app is often target of scams via phone call. There have been reports of scams, such as fake kidnappings or scam calls from banks. Thanks to WhatsApp’s official changelog, we know that this feature is finally coming to everyone.
But how do you get the new features?
If you are an iPhone (iOS) user and do not have these features yet, they should be available for your account in a few weeks, as indicated in the change specifications on the official WhatsApp website. If you are unable to use this feature after installing this update, it is recommended that you regularly update WhatsApp from the Apple Store and an app called TestFlight to use this feature in the future.
iOS users who have installed the latest update and already have the WhatsApp update tools from the Apple Store can finally enjoy it. As a reminder, the changes include chat forwarding, support for landscape mode for video calls, and the ability to mute calls from unknown numbers.
Install this update now to enjoy a better user experience. Simply open your Apple Store, search for WhatsApp in the search bar, and click “Update”. Then, you can use the features.
