WhatsApp launches Liquid Glass design update to select users

New visual elements are compatible with both light and dark themes, and WhatsApp automatically adjusts transparency alongside background effects
An undated image of WhatsApp. — Getty Images
An undated image of WhatsApp. — Getty Images

WhatsApp has reportedly launched a fresh Liquid Glass design shortly after the company rolled out support for Live Photos and on-device message translation.

iOS users have spotted a revamped interface in the latest version of WhatsApp that aligns with the new Liquid Glass design language introduced by Apple with the iOS 26 update.

According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp has released a new update for iOS via the App Store, and the changelog for version 25.28.75 is the same as the previous couple of releases.

However, the feature tracker said that the latest update brings a new Liquid Glass UI for some WhatsApp users on iOS.

WABetaInfo reported that these new visual elements are compatible with both light and dark themes, and WhatsApp automatically adjusts transparency and background effects to match the selected mode.

The update also adopts the redesigned keyboard introduced with iOS 26. Apple's new Liquid Glass design language on WhatsApp for iOS 26 appears to be rolling out to a limited group of users, including beta testers.

It is worth noting that the instant messaging platform now allows users to share Live Photos (iOS) and Motion Photos (Android).

Meanwhile, WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new Status Questions feature. This functionality is currently limited to beta testers with WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.25.29.12.