WhatsApp Unveils New Features for New Year’s Eve
Most People Will Love New Stuffs On WhatsApp
WhatsApp has introduced Fresh Updates and New Year’s Eve is around the corner. Therefore, The messaging app is rolling out a fresh update, crammed with new features that will help you, the user, add a festive touch to your messages and calls and even voice calls. This New Year’s update brings exciting novelties like a brand new sticker pack; fun video call effects that can add a pinch of magic with fireworks, confetti, and star animations; and animated reactions that add that extra zing. Users Will Be Able To See Confetti Animation When They React to messages with the Confetti emoji
New Sticker Pack, Animated Video Call Effects
WhatsApp announced recently that they are giving users a brand new 2026 sticker pack to use on the occasion. Users Will Also Enjoy New Video Call Effects That Will Make Calls More Magical. Video call effects will now feature fireworks, confetti, and star animations. Animated reactions will also be making a comeback, and when you react with the Confetti emoji, you will get to see a confetti animation.
Animated Status & Planning Ideas for the New Year
A new feature has also been added to WhatsApp’s Status feature, in the form of animated stickers, offering a 2026-themed layout complete with an animated sticker to share New Year’s greetings. Alongside these features, users can also now use WhatsApp to effectively plan their New Year’s get-togethers. To do this, users can create events, pin them to group chats, collect RSVPs, and share updates to streamline planning. They can even use polls to decide on food, drinks, and activities, and share their live location so friends can find their way to the party venue.
Improved Service Reliability & Voicemail Feature
With millions trying to connect with loved ones on New Year’s Eve, the pressure is on for WhatsApp. Although, In the past, the surge in traffic often caused service disruptions, making it difficult for many users to place a call at midnight. However, this year’s voicemail feature should be there to salvage things. It lets users leave a voice or a video message after a missed call. So even if you aren’t able to connect when the clock strikes twelve, your New Year’s message will still get through.
