WhatsApp Business Introduces Liquid Glass Design on iOS
WhatsApp has initiated the deployment of its Liquid Glass interface to the WhatsApp Business application on iPhones, aligning its visual aesthetics with the main app’s iOS 26 version introduced several months prior. This design overhaul emphasizes transparency, depth, and layered visuals, rendering menus and buttons with a softer, more contemporary appearance while preserving the app’s familiar layout for daily operations.
A notable transformation is evident in the tab bar, which now appears to float above the interface rather than being anchored at the bottom. This translucent effect allows background content to subtly permeate through, enhancing the app’s visual hierarchy without altering navigation functionality. Users can continue to seamlessly switch between chats, updates, and calls as before.
According to reports from WABetaInfo, certain users have already observed the redesigned interface upon updating to the latest version, while others continue to experience the previous design. This phased rollout is gradual and does not appear to be restricted to specific regions or device models.
Liquid Glass Design Extends to Business App
This design update adheres to the visual guidelines introduced in Apple’s iOS 26 framework. Buttons are now presented as frosted layers rather than solid shapes, and context menus have adopted a semi-transparent appearance that seamlessly integrates with chat backgrounds. Additionally, the typing area has been refined, featuring a softer keyboard panel that visually blends with the conversation backdrop.
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, appears to be prioritizing stability by gradually enabling the new interface for all users. Some individuals have reported minor glitches with the tab bar, indicating that testing is ongoing to ensure a smooth public release.
Rollout Details and Known Issues
Currently, the Liquid Glass design is accessible to a select group of accounts:
– Available after updating the app via the App Store
– Occasionally visible in beta versions
– Reports of minor tab bar glitches
– A broader release anticipated in the coming weeks
Some users have attempted to expedite access to the new design by deleting and reinstalling their accounts. However, this approach results in the permanent loss of chats and backups and does not guarantee access to the updated interface. The recommended course of action is to keep the app updated and await the gradual expansion of the rollout to all WhatsApp Business users.
