WhatsApp is rolling out a new update for Android users through the Google Play Beta Program.
This update brings the app to version 2.25.4.20, and while there are no major changes yet, there’s something new under development: a feature to better manage home screen chat notifications.
Home Screen Chat Notifications
WhatsApp is working on a feature that will give users more control over how chat notifications appear on their home screens.
This feature is still under development and is not yet available for beta testers, but it is expected to be released in a future update.
Currently, WhatsApp has a feature that lets users clear the notification count on their home screen when they open the app. This resets the badge count to zero every time users launch WhatsApp.
However, in the new version, WhatsApp is exploring a new way of managing notifications. The upcoming feature will allow home screen notifications to stay visible until the user manually views the unread messages.
If the feature is turned off, the notification count will reset every time users open the app, just like the current system.
Why This Change Matters
This update aims to make the notification system clearer and more transparent for users. With the new feature, users will better understand how their unread messages and missed calls are tracked.
The change is also expected to make managing notifications easier, offering more personalization based on individual preferences.
While the feature is still in development, WhatsApp plans to release more details about the update soon. Stay tuned for further updates, and we will share more information as it becomes available.
