WhatsApp is testing a new feature that could change the way we interact with status updates. Currently, users can reply or choose from a limited set of emojis. But in the latest beta version, a “Like” button similar to Instagram’s heart reaction may soon be available.
The new feature was discovered by AssembleDebug from TheSPAndroid in WhatsApp Android beta 2.24.8.6. Although it’s not ready for release yet due to app crashes, the UI looks polished and promising.
Meta, the parent company of Instagram and WhatsApp, seems keen on bringing Instagram-like features to its other platforms. WhatsApp has been receiving social-like features such as status updates and channels, blurring the lines between the two apps.
This move has both advantages and disadvantages. The new “Like” button could make reacting to posts quicker and easier. However, it also raises questions about Meta’s goal of aligning features across its platforms.
It remains to be seen how users will respond once the feature goes live. Will they embrace the new heart button or stick to their current habits of using emojis or text responses? Stay tuned for updates on this exciting development!
