Get ready to say goodbye to losing track of unread messages in your WhatsApp chats as those days will soon be over as the app introduces a handy reminder notification feature that keeps users on top of their conversations. Designed to help you stay
According to WABetaInfothe new feature will be available in an upcoming update but beta testers can currently get it in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.25.29 update, which is available on the Google Play Store.
The chat notification feature in Metta’s instant messaging app, which was previously limited to status updates, specifically enhances the app’s capabilities by sending reminders for unread messages from contacts that users interact with frequently.
The selection of these contacts will be determined by the app through an internal algorithm that prioritizes contacts that users interact with most often, ensuring that important messages don’t slip through the cracks.
However, it is important to remember that this algorithm only works in the current app installation. If a user reinstalls the app, WhatsApp must recalculate these interactions, as this data is not backed up or stored on the server.
Depending on the new message reminder functionality, users can receive a notification when they have left a message unread from a contact they interact with frequently.
For example, if a user habitually engages in a conversation with a certain person but leaves one of their messages missing, WhatsApp can remind them about that unread message.
As WhatsApp aims to avoid overwhelming users with too many notifications, this measured approach ensures that notifications are relevant and non-intrusive.
While beta testers can enjoy the feature for now, other users won’t have to wait long as it’s rolling out to even more people in the coming days.