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WhatsApp New Features of the Past Week (October 28, 2025 - November 4, 2025)#

November 4, 2025

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Hello everyone following WhatsApp! Over the past week, WhatsApp has introduced several important improvements related to group management, chat personalization, and message control. Let's take a look at the key new features.

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Smart Mentions in Groups#

WhatsApp is working on a feature that will limit the number of times "everyone" can be mentioned in large group chats.

How it will work#

WhatsApp is introducing the @all feature for mentioning all group members at once. In small groups (up to 32 people), this feature can be used by all members, while in larger communities and groups, only admins can use it. This prevents spam and excessive notifications.

Why it's needed#

This feature ensures that important messages are quickly delivered to all group members without the need for individual mentions. It's especially useful for urgent announcements, event reminders, or important updates.

Status#

The "everyone" mention feature is already available on Android, and mention limits are expected in a future update. Different limits for different group sizes are being tested.

AI-Based Image Generation for Statuses#

WhatsApp is launching a new AI-powered image generation feature for status updates.

How it works#

Users can create unique images for status updates using WhatsApp's built-in AI, simply by describing their desired image in the text prompt. Accessible through the status creation menu, select "AI Images," enter a description, and choose from the generated options.

Why it's useful#

It allows you to create creative and personalized visual content without design skills. Perfect for expressing your mood, holiday greetings, or creative self-expression.

Status#

The feature is gradually rolling out to iOS and Android. It's already available in some regions, with coverage expanding in the coming weeks.

Unanswered Message Limits#

WhatsApp is working on a feature that will limit the number of messages sent in new chats without a reply.

How it will work#

WhatsApp is introducing a monthly limit on the number of messages that can be sent in new chats without receiving a reply. This limit does not affect existing conversations; you can reply as much as you want. Users will receive notifications when the limit is approaching. Read more about this important new feature in a separate article on our blog.

Why it's needed#

To combat spam and unwanted messages. The system encourages more meaningful communication and protects users from intrusive messages.

Status#

This feature is in development for Android and iOS. The exact limits are not yet disclosed; testing is underway.

Mentions of All Group Members#

WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that allows users to mention all members of group chats.

How it will work#

As previously noted, a new feature is now available that allows you to mention all group members with a single tag – @all. Users can disable notifications for these mentions in the group settings if they prefer not to receive mass notifications.

Why it's needed#

Saves time when you need to notify all group members. Ideal for important announcements, urgent matters, or coordinating events.

Status#

This feature is available in beta for Android.

Media Filters in Chats#

WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that allows users to filter media files, including stickers.

How it works#

The "Media, Links, and Documents" section now features filters for quickly finding specific content types: photos, videos, documents, links, and stickers. The new interface uses fields instead of tabs for easier navigation.

Why it's needed#

Simplifies searching and organizing content in chats, especially in active conversations with a lot of media files. It saves time when you need to find a specific file.

Status#

This feature is being rolled out in the beta version for Android.

Managing Storage from Chats#

WhatsApp is introducing a storage management feature directly on the chat details screen.

How it will work#

A storage management shortcut has been added to the chat details screen, displaying all transferred files sorted by size. You can also now delete large files directly from a chat without going to general settings.

Why it's needed#

This feature simplifies cleaning up your device's memory and helps you manage the size of individual chats. It's especially useful for groups that actively share media files.

Status#

Available in beta for Android.

Conclusion#

Last week, WhatsApp focused on improving group communications and moderation tools. These ranged from major changes like stronger anti-spam efforts, message limits, and AI tools for creative expression, to smaller smart mentions and improved media filters that will nonetheless make communication more organized and convenient.

At GREEN-API, we monitor all WhatsApp updates to bring you the latest news and solutions for automating your business processes. Stay tuned to stay up-to-date with all the latest developments!