In the beta landscape of WhatsApp for iPhones, testers have spotlighted a feature that could change how groups share media during conversations. The discovery centers on a screen-sharing capability that also streams the device’s audio to others in a call. This is reported by WABetaInfo, a trusted source for early WhatsApp experiments.
The feature appeared in a WhatsApp for iOS beta build identified as version 23.25.10.72, which testers can obtain through Apple’s TestFlight program. When activated, the function allows the audio from the user’s device to play directly to participants as the screen appears on the display. Importantly, the broadcasted screen comes with its own caveats: this option does not seem to work with standard voice or video calls that do not involve screen sharing. The implementation suggests a move toward more immersive, media-forward group interactions while a call is ongoing.
According to WABetaInfo, the intended use cases include synchronized video watching, shared viewing of movies, presentations, or other media, and a more interactive vibe for group video discussions. The design implies participants can comment, react, and engage around content in real time, creating a more social, co-watching experience within the WhatsApp ecosystem.
At present, the feature is limited to a subset of iPhone testers and has not been rolled out to Android beta builds. There is no official timeline for when or if this capability will appear in stable, consumer-facing versions of WhatsApp. For users in Canada and the United States, this means any broader release would likely follow after initial testing rounds and refinements on iOS, with a potential staggered rollout across platforms and regions.
In a broader context, WhatsApp has experimented with preserving media quality and enhancing captive features within chats. A separate, previously introduced capability focused on sending photos and videos in their original quality, underscoring the app’s ongoing push toward richer media experiences within group conversations. Observers note that while such trials can broaden how families, friends, and colleagues share content, they also place a premium on privacy controls and user consent, especially in mixed-device environments and public or semi-public group settings.