The popular WhatsApp messaging app wants to be friends with colors. That’s why it’s taking a big step toward customization with its latest update for iOS. A beta version available for iPhone already shows customization options in which the colors will take the alternative.
A range of possibilities
The new Discussion Topics feature gives users an impressive range of options. Nothing less than 22 different themes, 20 different colors and automatic wallpapers which complement the chosen color.
As the specialized media WABetaInfo has argued, this wide range of options allows users Express your personal style and tailor the look of your conversations depending on your mood or the context of the discussion.
Individual and global customization
WhatsApp designed this feature with flexibility in mind. Users can set a default theme for the entire application, but also have the option to assign specific topics to individual conversations. This allows you to easily differentiate between personal, business, and group chats, improving organization and viewing experience. A key aspect of this feature is that it preserves user privacy, as changes only affect the owner’s device, without altering the appearance on the devices of other participants in the conversation.
No, it is not yet accessible to everyone
The update is being rolled out gradually, initially being available to a limited number of iOS users in the beta phase, that is, in the testing phase. It is planned expanding to more users in the coming weeks. This phased rollout allows WhatsApp to gather valuable feedback and ensure optimal performance before proceeding with a wider launch.
Beyond the colors
The update isn’t just about aesthetics. WhatsApp is taking advantage of this opportunity to improve various aspects of the application. Improvements to community group visibility and community property updates. Additionally, general performance and stability optimizations have been made. These additional improvements demonstrate WhatsApp’s commitment to continually improving the user experience.
The future of personalization on WhatsApp
This update marks an important milestone in the evolution of WhatsApp. Allowing customization means you can configure the app to your liking, as is the case with Telegram. In fact, this option has already been present in rival app WhatsApp for a few years now.
As WhatsApp adopts colors, users will get a increasingly rich and personal messaging experience. The introduction of custom chat themes in WhatsApp for iOS represents an important step towards a more engaging user experience.
