WhatsApp is rolling out a new reply bar feature that allows users to quickly reply to images, videos, and GIFs without having to leave the current screen. This feature is currently only available for Android beta testers, but it is expected to be rolled out to all users in the near future.
To use the new reply bar, simply open an image, video, or GIF in a conversation and the reply bar will appear. You can then type your reply and send it without having to leave the screen.
This new feature is a welcome addition to WhatsApp, as it will make it easier and faster to reply to specific media messages. It will also help to maintain the flow of conversation and make it easier to keep track of the context of the shared content.
WhatsApp support for 18 smartphones ending on October 24
WhatsApp is also discontinuing support for select older smartphone models starting on October 24, 2023. This is a regular process that WhatsApp does to keep up with the latest advances in technology and to point its resources to supporting the latest operating systems.
If you are using an older smartphone model that is no longer supported by WhatsApp, you will be notified and reminded a few times to upgrade your device to continue using WhatsApp. You can also check the WhatsApp website to see if your device is still supported.
If you are unable to upgrade your device, you will need to find another messaging app to use. There are many other great messaging apps available, such as Telegram, Signal, and Viber.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
