Islamabad, Nov 28: WhatsApp’s latest update has sparked frustration among users after the app replaced its iconic “typing…” indicator with an animated speech bubble. The change, introduced without prior announcement, has divided users, with many questioning its necessity and usefulness.
New Feature:
- The familiar “typing…” notification, which typically appeared at the top of a chat, has been swapped for a dynamic, moving bubble below the last message.
- While the change is subtle in design, it has been met with criticism, with many users calling it distracting and unhelpful.
User Reactions:
- The update has garnered significant backlash, with social media platforms flooded with complaints. Users have described the animation as “annoying,” with some claiming it causes anxiety.
- The feature, resembling the typing animation seen in Apple’s iMessage, has not been well received by WhatsApp users, who find it unnecessary.
Uncertainty Over Future:
- Despite the growing complaints, WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has yet to issue an official statement about the backlash.
- The update is expected to roll out globally in the coming days, marking yet another design change for the messaging platform.
The shift has reignited discussions about whether these design changes genuinely improve the user experience or simply complicate a previously straightforward feature.
