WhatsApp has launched a series of festive updates to celebrate the arrival of New Year 2025, introducing three exciting features designed to enhance the messaging experience during the holiday season. Available from December 20th, 2024, to January 3rd, 2025, these features bring a joyful and interactive touch to WhatsApp chats and video calls for users.
New Year 2025 Features
NYE Calling Effects
To elevate video call experiences, WhatsApp has introduced a range of new backgrounds, filters, and effects. These festive additions aim to add a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere to virtual gatherings, allowing users to share New Year’s wishes or resolutions with a touch of sparkle.
Animated Reactions
WhatsApp has enhanced its emoji reactions with a new animated feature. When users send emojis, a burst of confetti appears, adding a lively and interactive element to message reactions. This new feature allows users to engage more creatively and celebratorily with friends and family.
New Year Stickers
A collection of exclusive New Year-themed stickers has been introduced, allowing users to send festive greetings and expressions in a visually engaging way. These stickers feature designs tailored to the season, from celebratory to heartfelt messages, providing a fun way to share the spirit of the holidays.
Users are advised to update their WhatsApp app to the latest version to access these festive features. These new features are part of WhatsApp’s ongoing effort to enrich user experiences, offering more creative ways to connect with loved ones during one of the most anticipated times of the year.
