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WhatsApp beta brings Liquid Glass design to the iPad app, here’s what it looks like

WhatsApp is expanding its Liquid Glass design update to iPad users, featuring a floating sidebar and semi-transparent interface elements, following a recent rollout for iPhone and Mac platforms.

Key Points

  • WhatsApp is testing a new interface on iPadOS that includes a floating chat sidebar and semi-transparent, frosted glass-style buttons.
  • The updated navigation bar now features dynamic transparency that adjusts as users scroll through their chat lists.
  • Mac users recently gained access to a redesigned sidebar, updated chat bar, and a dedicated section for locked conversations.
  • The Liquid Glass design language, which emphasizes fluid animations and modern aesthetics, first debuted on the iPhone version of the app last October.
  • Access to the new iPad interface is currently limited to select beta testers, with a wider public release expected in the coming weeks.

Why it Matters

This design overhaul signals Meta’s commitment to unifying the WhatsApp user experience across the entire Apple ecosystem. By aligning the interface with modern design standards, the company aims to improve navigation and visual consistency for users switching between iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.
9to5Mac Published by Marcus Mendes
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