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WhatsApp beta for Android brings new status mention feature
22 May 2024

WhatsApp is rolling out a new firmware via the Google Play Beta Program, upgrading to version 2.24.11.15.

The main highlight of this update is the introduction of a tool that allows users to view mentions for status updates, and is set to be available in an upcoming release.

This development follows the previous Android beta update 2.24.9.16, where WhatsApp announced plans for a feature enabling private mentions in status updates.

Enhanced user engagement
Feature details

The new feature in WhatsApp's latest beta update for Android 2.24.11.15, allows users to privately mention contacts in their status updates, directly notifying specific individuals and keeping them engaged.

The app is further refining this facility by enabling users to view these mentions.

A new interface is currently under development that will alert users when they are mentioned in a status update, set to be launched in a future version of the app.

Privacy enhanced with new mention feature
Privacy aspects

The mention feature in WhatsApp's status updates is designed to respect user privacy.

All mentions via status updates are private, implying other viewers of the status where users are mentioned, won't be able to see who else is mentioned.

This ensures that only the mentioned contacts get notifications about the mentions, adding an extra layer of privacy to status updates.