WhatsApp’s New iOS Beta Is Here
WhatsApp has just rolled out a fresh iOS beta update (version 25.28.10.73) through Apple’s TestFlight, bringing a new interactive feature that makes status updates more engaging than ever.
According to WABetaInfo, the latest update introduces “question boxes” within WhatsApp Status — allowing users to ask questions directly in their stories and receive replies from friends and contacts.
This feature, already available to select Android users, is now being tested on iPhones as part of WhatsApp’s broader effort to make its status feature more interactive and community-driven.
What’s New: Question Boxes in Status Updates
With this new beta update, select iOS beta testers can now add question boxes directly onto their photos or videos in status updates. The feature works through a special sticker that lets users type any question — from “How’s your day?” to “Guess where I am?” — and share it instantly.
Contacts can then reply directly to these questions from within the status view itself. Each reply triggers a push notification to the original poster, allowing them to see the response instantly.
For those who don’t yet have access to the feature, WhatsApp displays a short notice explaining that the update includes a feature that isn’t available on their account yet. The company plans to roll it out more widely over the coming weeks.
Bridging the Gap Between iOS and Android
This interactive status question feature was first introduced for Android users earlier this year, and the iOS rollout ensures both platforms now share similar capabilities.
It’s part of Meta’s ongoing push to make WhatsApp statuses more dynamic — turning what was once a simple story feature into a conversation starter. The feature gives users new ways to connect, collect opinions, or simply have fun with friends directly through their statuses.
With this move, WhatsApp continues to blur the line between messaging and social media, adding a touch of interactivity similar to what Instagram Stories and Snapchat already offer.
How It Works for Beta Testers
If you’re one of the lucky beta testers:
- You’ll find a new question sticker in the status editor.
- Add it over your photo or video and type a custom question.
- Once shared, contacts can reply directly within the story interface.
When someone responds, you’ll get a push notification showing a quick preview of their reply. You can tap the alert to jump straight to the status and read the full response in real time.
It’s a small but meaningful update that gives creators immediate feedback and adds a personal touch to status interactions.
Wider Rollout Coming Soon
While the feature is currently limited to select beta testers, reports suggest that WhatsApp plans to expand the rollout to all iOS users in the coming weeks.
This update marks yet another step in WhatsApp’s steady evolution from a simple chat platform to a more expressive and interactive communication tool.
Users can expect the final version to hit the App Store once testing is complete and any early bugs are ironed out.
Final Thoughts
The WhatsApp iOS beta version 25.28.10.73 introduces a creative twist to how users interact through statuses. By adding interactive question stickers, the platform is making storytelling and engagement easier than ever.
