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WhatsApp Beta Introduces 60-Second Video Messages and Redesigned Action Buttons
WhatsApp is continuing its trend of introducing new features with the latest testing of video messages and redesigned action buttons. These updates aim to enhance efficiency and improve user convenience within the popular messaging app.
WhatsApp’s New Feature: Short Video Messages
The video messages feature, currently being tested in beta updates for both Android and iOS, allows users to share 60-second video messages with their friends and family. This feature initially appeared in WhatsApp beta 23.6.0.73 for iOS devices and later in version 2.23.8.19 for Android. Although it is currently available only to beta testers, it is expected to be released to all users in the near future.
To use the video messages feature, users can tap on the microphone button within the chat bar, which will transform into a video camera button. Upon sending or receiving a video message, users can tap on the clip once to enlarge it and listen to the audio. It is important to note that this feature is also end-to-end encrypted, ensuring the privacy and security of users’ communications.
Redesigned Action Buttons in WhatsApp Beta
In addition to video messages, WhatsApp is also working on redesigning the action buttons for the home screen, currently applicable only to Android users. The beta version 2.23.13.4 introduces newly designed switches and floating action buttons that follow the Material Design 3 guidelines, aiming to provide an enhanced user experience.
To witness these changes, users can access the settings section of the app. If using the mentioned beta build, they will encounter a new interface with redesigned toggles and floating action buttons. These buttons adopt a squarish shape with rounded corners, reflecting the visual updates.
It is important to note that the redesigned action buttons are currently visible only to WhatsApp Business account holders. While these features are still in the beta phase, they will be rolled out to all users in future official versions of the app.
WhatsApp’s ongoing commitment to introducing new features demonstrates its dedication to enhancing user experience and maintaining its position as one of the leading messaging platforms worldwide.
OnePlus is getting ready to launch a new version of its smartwatch. After releasing the OnePlus Watch 3 in a 46mm size back in February, the company is now introducing a smaller 43mm model. The new watch will officially launch on July 8, but some important details have already been revealed.
The 43mm OnePlus Watch 3 will have a 1.32-inch display, which is smaller than the 1.5-inch screen on the 46mm version. It will also be lighter, weighing just 36.8 grams compared to 49.7 grams for the larger model.
The watch will have a stainless-steel body and will come in two color options: Black Steel and Silver Steel. OnePlus also confirmed that it will include an improved “Mind & Body Evaluation” feature to help users monitor their health more closely.
Another new addition is a real-time barometer. According to OnePlus, this tool can check your body’s fatigue level every 30 minutes, making it useful for health tracking and fitness routines.
More information, including the price and availability of the OnePlus Watch 3 (43mm), will be announced at the official launch event on July 8.
Nothing is all set to launch its new smartphone, the Nothing Phone (3) on July 1. While some details have already been revealed by the company, new leaked renders give us the clearest look at the device yet.
The images, shared by Android Headlines, show the Phone (3) in two color options – black and white (possibly called gray).
On the front, the phone features a punch-hole display. But the back design is what’s catching everyone’s attention. The phone has a triple rear camera setup, but the alignment is unusual. The top camera is placed closer to the edge of the phone than the one below it, making the design look a bit odd or even controversial.
Although Nothing hasn’t fully revealed the camera specs, it has confirmed that the top camera is a 50MP periscope telephoto lens. Rumors suggest that the other two cameras — likely the primary and ultra-wide — could also have 50MP sensors. The black circle on the right side of the rear panel is part of the brand’s unique Glyph Matrix lighting system.
The renders also show that the Nothing Phone (3) has a metal body. The volume buttons are placed on the left side, and the power button is on the right, along with an extra button, which might be the new Essential Key, first seen on the Nothing Phone (3a) series.
Nothing has also confirmed that the Phone (3) will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor. The company promises five years of OS updates and seven years of security updates, making it a long-lasting smartphone choice for users.
We’ll know everything for sure on July 1 when the phone officially launches. Let us know what you think about the new design in the comments!
Nothing has released a major update to its photo app, called Nothing Gallery 2.0. The update brings many new features and improvements, especially for editing photos and videos. This is a big upgrade from the previous version, which had only basic functions and required users to use Google Photos for editing.
With the new update, users can now edit photos directly within the app. The editing tools include options to crop, rotate, flip, and stretch images. There are also 12 color adjustment tools such as exposure, contrast, saturation, warmth, tint, sharpness, white point, black point, and grain. These tools help users make their pictures look better and more professional.
In addition to photo editing, the app also supports video editing. Users can now crop their videos and adjust the audio volume, all within the Nothing Gallery app. This means users no longer need to use third-party apps for basic video edits.
The update also brings small design changes to the app. For example, text in the app is now written in proper format instead of all capital letters. The date font is now bolder, making it easier to read. Album previews have been changed to look cleaner and more organized. The layout is simpler, and the photo/video count is shown more clearly.
Another nice improvement is the addition of haptic feedback. When you slide through filters or options, the phone gives a small vibration, making the editing experience feel smoother and more responsive.
Overall, the Nothing Gallery 2.0 update is a big step forward. It gives users more control and more tools without needing to rely on Google Photos. Anyone with a Nothing Phone can enjoy these new features by updating the app from the Play Store.
Let us know what you think about the update. Did you like the new editing tools and changes in design?