By Julian Castillo
Dec 14, 2024, 10:37 PM EST
WhatsApp is developing a new feature that promises to change the way users manage their unread chats. The application will incorporate notifications that will alert users about messages pending review. This seeks to prevent important conversations from going unnoticed, especially in accounts with high daily message activity.
According to recent reports, This functionality is in the testing phase and will initially be implemented on Android devices with beta version 2.24.25.29. Users will automatically receive reminders when certain messages accumulate time without being opened, helping to prioritize interaction and reduce the phenomenon known as “ghosting,” which occurs when someone does not respond to a received chat for a prolonged period.
How will the new notifications work?
The feature will be configured to send push alertssimilar to current notifications, but with a focus on highlighting unread chats. Although WhatsApp has not yet specified whether the user will be able to customize which contacts or groups generate these reminders, it is likely that options will be included to adjust the level of frequency and relevance of the notifications.
In initial tests, This feature also seeks to incorporate contextual intelligence to determine which messages are priority. For example, more weight could be given to frequent contact conversations or messages marked as important.
Impact on user experience
The implementation of these reminders responds to a common problem: message saturation. Every day, users manage dozens or hundreds of chats, and it is easy for some to be forgotten. With this tool, WhatsApp aims to improve interaction and reduce misunderstandings caused by lack of response.
Additionally, this feature aligns with a growing trend in messaging apps to combat involuntary disconnection. Other platforms, like Hinge, have already adopted similar strategies to keep users connected and engaged.
Release and availability
Although WhatsApp has not officially announced a launch date forFor this functionality, users enrolled in the beta program can now experience the preview version. If the results are positive, it is expected to reach the stable version in the next updates.
With this novelty, WhatsApp continues to position itself as a versatile tool adaptable to current needsoffering practical solutions for better communication management in the digital world.
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