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WhatsApp New Features of the Past Week (October 15, 2025 - October 22, 2025)#

October 22, 2025

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Greetings to everyone who's been following WhatsApp news! The past week has seen a lot of news in the messenger, from the release of long-awaited features to the announcement of promising developments. We've compiled all the key updates for you in one digest.

Contents#

A unified hub for calls on iOS#

WhatsApp is introducing a new unified hub for the Calls tab.

How it will work#

This centralized interface brings together all call-related actions. Users can start calls, schedule meetings, access the dialer, and manage favorite contacts from one place.

Why it's needed#

This solution reduces the number of steps for managing calls, making everyday communication faster and more convenient.

Status#

The feature is being rolled out in the stable version of the iOS app.

Quickly display statuses on social networks#

WhatsApp has introduced new quick sharing options for status updates.

How it will work#

This feature allows Android and iOS users to instantly share their WhatsApp status updates to Facebook or Instagram without having to navigate through a separate interface. These shortcuts are located directly within the status interface.

Why it's needed#

This simplifies the process and promotes greater engagement across Meta* platforms.

Status#

This feature is being rolled out to the stable versions of iOS and Android.

Message translation directly in chat#

WhatsApp is launching a secure message translation feature in 21 languages.

How it will work#

Users can download lightweight language packs directly to their devices. This allows for on-device translation without transmitting message data to Meta or external servers. Available languages include Spanish, Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Hindi, Russian, and others.

Why it's needed#

To ensure privacy and convenience, allowing seamless communication in different languages.

Status#

This feature is being rolled out in the stable version of the iOS app.

Questions in statuses#

WhatsApp will add a feature that allows users to share questions via their status updates.

How it will work#

This feature will allow users to add a question box directly to their status updates. This allows users to ask a question of their choice and receive responses from their contacts or a selected audience. Each status update can only contain one question, and all responses will be collected in a private section accessible only to the author.

Why it's needed#

To offer users a more interactive way to engage with their audience and collect feedback.

Status#

This feature is in development.

New Liquid Glass design for iOS#

WhatsApp has unveiled a new interface for iOS, designed using Liquid Glass.

How it works#

The new design represents a major step forward for WhatsApp on iOS, as it integrates Apple's latest visual framework, introduced in iOS 26. This includes dynamic transparency, depth effects, and smoother interactions.

Why it's needed#

To align with the evolving aesthetics of the system and provide a more modern and immersive visual experience.

Status#

This feature is available in the stable version of the iOS app.

Username reservation#

WhatsApp will add a feature that will allow users to reserve preferred usernames before the Android release.

How it will work#

This feature will allow users to reserve their preferred usernames (nicknames) in advance of the official release. This will be available to the general public to give everyone an equal chance to find a suitable nickname.

Why it's needed#

To ensure users don't miss out on the username options they need after the release. The full username system will be released later.

Status#

This feature is in active development.

Facebook link in profile#

WhatsApp will add a feature that will allow users to add links to their Facebook profiles*.

How it works#

This feature will allow users to display their Facebook profiles* directly on their WhatsApp homepage. This simplifies the connection between a conversation in the messenger and the transition to the social network. There will also be an option to verify the linked account for verification.

Why it's needed#

To provide users with an easier way to display their social networks directly on their WhatsApp profile.

Status#

This feature is in active development.

Conclusion#

Last week, WhatsApp introduced several significant updates, including a unified calling hub, quick status sharing, and message translation. New features are also being actively developed and will be available to users soon.

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