What new update has WhatsApp rolled out for iOS users?

WhatsApp, an instant messaging and voice-over-IP service, has rolled out a range of new features for iOS users with the introduction of their latest update carrying version number 24.25.93. If you are an iOS user, then the latest update is live on the App Store and you can download it.

With the latest update, the Meta-owned app now offers tools, which make it more engaging and practical, especially for those who love using the camera or frequently sharing documents.

The most attractive feature in this update is the addition of AR (augmented reality) effects.

Using the camera within WhatsApp, the users will now see in the viewfinder a new image wand icon next to the gallery button. This opens up a variety of AR effects which can be applied to videos and photos.

Whether it’s adding magical sparkles, playful confetti, or even creating the illusion of being underwater, these effects bring a creative twist to your captures. Starry windows, teardrops, and even a karaoke mode for fun, music-themed content are other available effects.

WhatsApp, in addition to AR effects, has also rolled out new backgrounds, which  can be applied during video recording. These backgrounds are designed to obscure the user’s surroundings and offer more privacy or simply creating a different mood.

The instant messaging app now lets users adjust the colour tone of their videos, allowing for subtle tweaks to make your footage look just right.