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WhatsApp Beta for Mac Introduces Flexible Update Schedules
Key points
- WhatsApp beta for Mac adds update schedule options.
- Users can choose 'Latest version' (daily) or 'Stable weekly version'.
- Daily updates offer quicker access to new features.
- Weekly updates prioritize stability over immediate new features.
New Update Schedule Options
WhatsApp's latest beta build for its Mac application, version 26.30.10.20, introduces new settings for managing application updates. Users can now choose between two automatic update frequencies: 'Latest version' for more frequent updates or 'Stable weekly version' for less frequent updates.
User Control Over Updates
This feature allows users to decide whether they prefer to receive the newest changes and bug fixes as soon as they are available or opt for a more stable, less frequent update cycle. The 'Latest version' option may include new functionalities earlier than the weekly build, while the 'Stable weekly version' is presented as a safer choice for most users.
Context of Beta Program Changes
This development follows WhatsApp's discontinuation of its TestFlight beta program for Mac. Beta builds are now downloaded directly from WhatsApp, making the management of update frequency more relevant for users participating in the beta program.
Rollout and Future Plans
The rollout of this feature is gradual, meaning not all beta users will have immediate access. WhatsApp has not yet made an official announcement regarding this feature or indicated if or when it will be broadly released to all users.
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Reporting from
The latest beta version of WhatsApp for Mac, 26.30.10.20, allows users to select between daily and weekly update schedules. This change provides users with more control over receiving immediate bug fixes and new features versus prioritizing stability.