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WhatsApp rolls out redesigned iPad interface with Mac-like sidebar
Key points
- WhatsApp iPad app gets a redesigned interface.
- New Mac-like sidebar replaces the bottom tab bar.
- Sidebar provides quick access to Chats, Updates, Communities, Calls, Meta AI.
- Users can hide the sidebar to expand chat list and conversation view.
Redesigned iPad Interface
WhatsApp is rolling out a redesigned interface for its iPad application. This update follows several months of beta testing and introduces a new layout for users.
Introduction of Mac-like Sidebar
A key feature of the redesign is the implementation of a Mac-like sidebar. This sidebar replaces the bottom tab bar that was previously used on the iPad app. The new layout mirrors the interface found on WhatsApp for Mac.
Sidebar Functionality
The sidebar offers quick access to core sections of the app, including Chats, Updates, Communities, Calls, and Meta AI. Users have the option to hide the sidebar, which expands the chat list and conversation view, providing more screen space for interactions.
Rollout Details
The new sidebar is currently available to some beta testers using the latest TestFlight build, and a limited number of users on the regular App Store version are also beginning to see the update. The rollout is gradual, and it may take time for the new interface to reach all iPad users.
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Reporting from
WhatsApp is expanding access to a redesigned interface for its iPad app, which includes a new Mac-like sidebar. This update replaces the previous bottom tab bar, offering quick access to various app sections and the option to hide the sidebar for more screen space.