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WhatsApp Update for iOS Adds New Message Animation, Users Complain
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WhatsApp Update for iOS Adds New Message Animation, Users Complain
A recent WhatsApp update for iOS has introduced a new sliding animation for message sending, leading to complaints from users who find the feature distracting.
- The update began appearing on iOS devices last week; Meta has not officially announced the change.
- Users on X posted complaints about the animation, describing it as disruptive to the reading experience.
- WhatsApp allows users to disable the animation through Settings > Appearance > Animations > Messages.
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