Dark Mode is one of the most awaited features on WhatsApp. The feature is said to be in the works for almost one year. This time around the Dark Mode seems much closer to the launch. The recent versions of WhatsApp beta on Android have given key insights on the new feature. Dark Mode, however, isn’t the only interesting feature WhatsApp is working on. Let’s take a look at the top upcoming feature on WhatsApp.
Splash Screen
Essentially, when you launch the WhatsApp app, a new app screen will appear momentarily. The app screen features a WhatsApp logo. The app then quickly directs to the familiar chat interface. WhatsApp’s Splash Screen also adapts to the default system settings. For instance, it could open with Dark Mode-theme when the phone is set in Dark Mode. WhatsApp’s Splash Screen is available on beta versions of iOS and Android.
Muting Status gets better
WhatsApp currently lets you mute Status updates from a particular contact. The updates, however, still appear at the bottom of the Status feed, albeit as grayscale. A new update to the app will make it easier for users to unsee these muted Status updates. According to the recent beta update to WhatsApp, all the muted Status updates will be clubbed under a new menu, called “Muted Updates.”