The topic WhatsApp working to bring Liquid Glass to the in-chat interface is currently the subject of lively discussion — readers and analysts are keeping a close eye on developments.
This is taking place in a dynamic environment: companies’ decisions and competitors’ reactions can quickly change the picture.
As WhatsApp continues its glacially-paced rollout of the Liquid Glass look to the main Chats screen, Meta is also working to add the revamped look to the in-chat interface. Here are the details.
Last year, WhatsApp began testing an early adaptation of the Liquid Glass look, bringing it to the app’s bottom navigation bar and some elements of the Chats tab interface.
In early October, WABetaInfo reported that the new look was starting to roll out to some users, but the rollout appears to have been slower than expected, with most users still not seeing the updated interface.
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Even so, Meta has continued expanding the Liquid Glass redesign across the WhatsApp beta available on TestFlight. Earlier this year, for instance, the voice message player was updated with the new look. Now, WABetaInfo reports that the company is working to bring it to the entire in-chat screen.
Despite not yet being available to beta testers, WABetaInfo managed to activate the new interface, which includes a floating chat bar and a semi-transparent navigation bar with subtle depth, shadow, and blur effects.
While it may add to the anticipation of WhatsApp users still frustrated by the lack of access to the revamped look, the update also shows that Meta is continuing to work on the visual overhaul, and may be holding off on a broader rollout until more of the app has been updated to align with the Liquid Glass design.
As is the case with beta features, especially those only referenced in code, which seems to be the case here, there is no telling when it will actually be released officially.