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WhatsApp Expands Threaded Replies to Beta Testers on Android and iOS

Testing is limited to select Android and iOS beta users with no public release date.

Overview

  • Replies are grouped under the original message with a new reply indicator that opens a dedicated, chronological thread view.
  • Users can respond within a thread or post labeled follow-up replies to address specific messages for added clarity.
  • Threads apply only to new messages, and earlier replies are not initially included, with automatic structuring for the sender noted in testing.
  • Threads are generated locally, so recipients can see organized replies even if their app has not received the feature.
  • Availability is rolling out to some testers on Android beta 2.25.25.7 and iOS TestFlight builds, with wider release timing unannounced and reports suggesting weeks to months.