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WhatsApp Starts Limited Rollout of Apple’s Liquid Glass Design on iOS

Meta is gating the redesign server-side for a measured release.

Overview

  • Version 25.28.75 is now on the App Store, and some iPhone users are seeing the Liquid Glass interface alongside new features like Live Photos support and on-device translation.
  • Access is controlled on WhatsApp’s servers and will expand over the coming weeks, with WABetaInfo noting that installing the beta does not guarantee the new look.
  • The most noticeable change is a redesigned, translucent tab bar that reflects iOS 26’s layered effects and animations.
  • Parts of the interface are still on the previous design, with areas such as the chat bar not yet converted as refinements continue.
  • Meta has not formally announced the rollout, which has been documented through user sightings and specialist outlets including WABetaInfo, 9to5Mac, and The Mac Observer.