WhatsApp New Features 2025

Discover the latest updates as of October 8, 2025

Media & Sharing AI & Customization Groups & Calls Privacy & Productivity Channels & Business Upcoming Features

Media and Sharing Enhancements

Feature	Description	Availability
Live Photos (iOS) & Motion Photos (Android)	Share short video clips as photos with sound and movement.	September 2025
Document Scanning on Android	Scan, crop, edit, and send documents in-app.	September 2025
Animated Stickers from Videos	Convert video clips into custom animated stickers.	June 2025
New Sticker Packs	Packs like Fearless Bird, School Days, and Vacation.	September 2025
Music in Status	Add audio tracks to status updates.	March 2025

AI and Customization Tools

Feature	Description	Availability
Meta AI Chat Themes	Generate custom chat backgrounds using AI prompts.	September 2025
AI Video Call Backgrounds	Create personalized or fun call backgrounds with Meta AI.	September 2025
AI Smart Replies (Business)	Context-aware response suggestions for WhatsApp Business.	August 2025
Message Summaries	AI summaries of long chats or voice notes.	Beta testing, October 2025

Group Chats and Calls

Feature	Description	Availability
Easier Group Creation	Start groups without adding members immediately.	June 2025
Highlight Notifications	Custom alerts for @mentions, replies, or saved contacts.	April 2025
Online Indicators in Groups	Shows how many members are online.	April 2025
Events in 1:1 Chats	Create events with RSVP options in personal chats.	April 2025
Raise Hand & Reactions in Calls	Signal to speak or react during group calls.	August 2025
Dedicated Calls Tab	Centralized spot for call history and links.	June 2025
Pinch-to-Zoom in Video Calls	Zoom in/out during calls (iOS).	April 2025

Privacy and Productivity

Feature	Description	Availability
Advanced Chat Privacy	Block chat exports, auto-downloads, and AI processing.	May 2025
In-Chat Message Translation	Translate messages or entire threads on-device.	September 2025
Voice Message Transcripts	Auto-transcribe voice notes on-device.	Early 2025
Chat Filters & Search	Redesigned filters for easier message discovery.	April 2025

Channels and Business Updates

• Promoted Channels & Ads: Non-intrusive ads in Updates tab. (June 2025)
• Voice Chats for Groups: Encrypted voice rooms for groups. (May 2025)
• Business Analytics: AI insights for messaging patterns. (August 2025)
• Meta Ray-Ban Integration: Hands-free messaging/calls on smart glasses. (September 2025)

Upcoming/Teased Features

• Sticker Reactions: React to messages with stickers (beta).
• Favorite Chats & Reminders: Pin chats with timed reminders.
• 18 New Chat Theme Colors: Expanded customization (iOS first).

Check the latest updates on the WhatsApp Blog or app settings. Features may vary by region and device.

Last updated: October 8, 2025