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WhatsApp New Features of the Past Week (August 02, 2025 - August 08, 2025)#

August 12, 2025

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Greetings to everyone who follows the news of WhatsApp! This week WhatsApp is preparing several interesting innovations that promise to make communication even more convenient and functional. Let's figure out what awaits us!

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1. Chat with Meta AI by voice#

WhatsApp continues to integrate AI capabilities into the app. This time, it’s introducing voice chats with Meta AI!

How it will work#

Users will be able to initiate voice chats with Meta AI using their voice to interact with the AI. This feature is designed to provide Android and iOS users with a convenient and easy way to interact with Meta AI without using their hands.

Why it’s needed#

  • Voice chats allow you to interact with AI more naturally, whether for quick help or in multitasking scenarios.
  • Voice control makes interaction with AI accessible to more people, including those who are uncomfortable typing.
  • Users of both platforms will now be able to interact with Meta AI using their voice.

Status#

The voice chats with Meta AI feature is rolling out to some beta testers who have installed the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.21.10.76 from the TestFlight app.

2. Statuses for group members only#

WhatsApp is working on a feature that will allow users to create and post status updates that are visible only to members of a specific group.

How it will work#

You will no longer need to mention the entire group in a status for them to see the update. Instead, special shortcuts will appear in the group chat information, providing quick access to status posting tools.

Why it is needed#

  • Allows you to share information with a group in a more natural and unobtrusive way.
  • Quickly access status posting tools directly from the group chat.
  • Helps keep status updates more organized and relevant to specific groups.

Status#

WhatsApp is testing this feature, and some beta testers have already started to see it in their apps.

3. “Guest” chats for those who don’t have WhatsApp#

WhatsApp is working on “guest” chats that will allow users to communicate with people who don’t have WhatsApp.

How it will work#

The details are not yet known, but it is assumed that a temporary session will be created, accessible via a link. It is already known that media files (photos, videos, GIFs) will not be exchanged in these chats.

Why it is needed#

This feature will allow users to control how they interact with external messaging services, making it easier to manage privacy and decide which apps can message WhatsApp.

Security#

WhatsApp is developing new ways to expand messaging capabilities that can allow communication beyond traditional contacts, while maintaining the security and autonomy of users.

4. Notifications about being added to groups by unknown contacts#

WhatsApp continues to focus on the safety of its users. Now, when you are added to a group by unknown contacts, you will receive a special notification.

How it will work#

When you receive a message from an unknown phone number, a special safety tools screen will be displayed for the first time. This interface provides guidance on how to handle such interactions, including the ability to block or report the contact, and offers tips on verifying the sender's identity by checking their profile name, photo, and country code.

Why it works#

  • Allows users to have more control over which groups they are added to.
  • Provides tools to block and report suspicious contacts.
  • Informs users about the risks and security options when interacting with unknown contacts.

5. Personalize the time of status display#

WhatsApp is testing a feature that will allow users to choose from a range of preset timers for their status to expire (from 30 minutes to 1 day).

How it will work#

Instead of the default expiration time, you will be able to customize how long your status will be visible.

Why it is needed#

  • Users will have more flexibility in how long their profile information remains available.
  • It will also help avoid outdated or irrelevant information in the profile.

Status#

Some beta testers have already started to see this functionality in their app.

6. Link your WhatsApp profile to Instagram#

WhatsApp is working on a feature that will allow users to add an Instagram profile link to their WhatsApp profile.

How it will work#

The link will be displayed in the chat info, and people will be able to easily navigate to your Instagram profile.

Why it is needed#

  • Makes your Instagram profile more visible to WhatsApp contacts.
  • Makes it easier to share profiles across social networks.

Conclusion#

WhatsApp continues to evolve and offer new ways to communicate, while also caring about user safety. New features announced this week will make interaction with the platform even more convenient and secure. We at GREEN-API 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 events!