WhatsApp is reportedly rolling out a new update, version 2.23.5.12, through the Google Play Beta Program, which will bring several new features to the app. According to wabetainfo, one of the key features of this update will be the ability for app users to see usernames instead of unknown phone numbers.
This feature will be particularly useful in group chats, where it can be difficult to keep track of who is messaging from an unknown number. With the new update, WhatsApp will display the username of the unknown number in the chat list as well as the group participants list, making it easier for users to identify who is messaging them without having to open the chat itself.
This is expected to be a helpful feature, especially for business users who receive messages from unknown numbers and need to identify the sender quickly. The feature may also be useful for personal group chats, where members may not have each other’s phone numbers but have added each other using usernames.
It is important to note that this feature is still in the beta testing phase and may not be available to all users immediately. However, if successful, it is likely to be rolled out globally in the coming months.
