WhatsApp, a popular instant messaging service is expected to get a 'dark mode' to its platform. According to the report from WABetaInfo, the company is planning to introduce a dark mode to WhatsApp, similar to the one that we have already seen on YouTube and Telegram in the past. The report also highlighted that the dark mode will bring along a dark theme for the app that the users can set on their smartphones. Now Install WhatsApp on Android Tablets Directly From Google Play App Store; Here's How You Can Do It.

The WABetaInfo's report also highlighted that the advantages of dark mode will be seen on the battery life particularly if the user uses WhatsApp a lot. As the fact that, the dark colors on screen are easier to power, thus users with excessive usage of WhatsApp is expected to see a difference in battery life. Moreover, the dark theme will be easier on the eyes of the users. As of now, WhatsApp employs a default white background on both Android as well as iOS.

The Facebook-owned company will introduce the dark mode of WhatsApp on both Android as well as iOS, however, there is no timeline for this new feature. It is believed that this feature is currently in the initial stage of development. The company could roll out this new black mode feature to beta users on Android and iOS platforms, prior rolling out the stable version. WhatsApp To Get Most Annoying Feature Update; Many Users Might Quit Facebook-Owned Messaging App.

The facebook-owned messaging service has been adding new features to the platform continuously for improving the user experience of the app and services. To recall, WhatsApp introduced group video calling earlier this year followed by continuous voice message playback. WhatsApp has also added voice calling, video calling, individual and group text messages and much more.

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