This week, WhatsApp introduced several significant updates: a new smart filter “To You” for mentions and replies, an AI content label for channels, a warning about unofficial web clients, draft message notifications, Liquid Glass for the message menu, and support for third-party AI agents.
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Smart “To You” Filter for Mentions and Replies
WhatsApp is developing a new filter in the chat list that collects all conversations where the user was mentioned or someone replied to their message.
How it works
The “To You” filter will appear in the chat list. When a user is mentioned in a group or someone replies to their message, that conversation automatically appears in the new list. The filter combines both mentions and replies in one place, eliminating the need to manually search for the right chat among many groups. The filter will be optional: users can keep it in the main panel or move it to the “More” section.
Why it’s needed
In active groups, mentions and direct replies easily get lost among other messages. Users have to scroll through the chat list to find the conversation where someone addressed them. The new filter solves this problem by showing all such interactions in one place.
Status
The feature is in development for Android. A release is expected in a future update.
AI Content Label for Channels
WhatsApp is introducing a label for channel admins that allows them to mark posts created with artificial intelligence.
How it works
The admin long-presses an update to open the menu and selects “Add AI content label.” The label appears in the bottom-left corner of the message, next to other indicators. Once added, the label cannot be removed. WhatsApp can also automatically detect AI content and apply the label itself.
Why it’s needed
In some regions, legislation requires disclosure of AI use. The label helps admins comply with these requirements and informs followers that the media was created or edited using AI. It applies to any AI tool, not just Meta AI.
Status
The feature is available to some Android beta testers. Gradual rollout.
Warning About Unofficial Web Clients
WhatsApp is testing a warning for users who link their account through third-party or unofficial web clients.
How it works
When attempting to link an account to an unofficial web client, a warning appears in the “Linked devices” section recommending the use of the official client. The user can dismiss the notification, but WhatsApp will keep showing it until they switch to the official web client.
Why it’s needed
Unofficial clients can intercept data before encryption or after decryption, putting messages, contacts, and media at risk. The warning helps users recognize the risk and switch to the official client, which provides end-to-end encryption.
Status
The feature is in development for Android. A release is expected in a future update.
Draft Message Notifications
WhatsApp is adding push notifications reminding users about unsent draft messages.
How it works
If a user types a message, leaves the chat, and switches to another app, a notification appears after 1 minute with the title “Your draft” and the contact’s name. Tapping it opens the corresponding chat, where the message can be finished and sent. The notification complements the existing “Draft” label in the chat list.
Why it’s needed
The label in the chat list is only visible when WhatsApp is open. The notification appears in the notification panel and reminds about the draft even if the user is in another app. This reduces the risk of forgetting to send an important message.
Status
The feature is available to some Android beta testers. Gradual rollout.
Liquid Glass for the Message Menu
WhatsApp is updating the message menu (reaction tray and context menu) in the Liquid Glass style on iOS.
How it works
When a message is selected, the reaction tray and context menu now have a translucent, glass-like appearance matching the Liquid Glass design. The chat background remains visible behind the menu, without blurring the entire screen. The design supports light and dark themes. The layout and interaction remain the same.
Why it’s needed
Completes the adaptation of the chat interface to the iOS 26 design language. The message menu becomes visually consistent with other elements of the app.
Status
The feature is available to some iOS beta testers. Gradual rollout.
Support for Third-Party AI Agents
WhatsApp is introducing the ability to connect third-party AI agents and communicate with them directly within the app.
How it works
A new section for adding an agent appears in settings. The user sets a name and photo, after which WhatsApp generates an API key to connect the agent to a chat. Up to five agents per account are supported. The agent can be either an AI or a regular bot. Communication takes place in a separate chat; the agent does not have access to other conversations, contacts, or media. Chats with agents are not end-to-end encrypted, as they are processed by a Meta service on behalf of the agent developer. Personal conversations between users remain fully encrypted.
Why it’s needed
Allows users to integrate AI assistants and bots directly into WhatsApp without switching to other apps or websites. Simplifies task automation and interaction with services.
Status
The feature is available to a limited number of Android users. Gradual rollout.
Conclusion
This week, WhatsApp focused on improving navigation and security: the “To You” filter and draft notifications make communication more convenient, while the AI content label and the warning about unofficial clients increase transparency and protection. Liquid Glass continues to spread through interface elements, and support for third-party AI agents opens new possibilities for automation.
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