Janice R. Andrews
WhatsApp’s last upgrade included substantial design changes, including a color shift to match its distinctive green logo. This shift has not gone unnoticed by users, with many voicing unhappiness and even considering removing the app altogether.
Why the green?
The switch to a primarily green design is part of WhatsApp’s most recent efforts to improve user experience. Notable changes include the color of the submit button for photographs and the notification indicators in conversations, which are now a brilliant green. WhatsApp states that the intentional use of color seeks to improve user focus and provide a more modern experience.
Unavoidable Changes:
Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, claims that these changes are necessary and cannot be avoided. While some users are excited about the upgrade, others are less enthusiastic, expressing their displeasure on social media channels.
User reactions:
Social media has become a sounding board for user reactions. Opinions range from dismay at green’s growing prominence to direct threats to delete the app.
- “WhatsApp too green for me” – Anonymous.
- “My WhatsApp turning green on my iPhone was not what I expected this year.” – Shop Andrella
- “WhatsApp’s new update being green is enough for me to delete the app.” – Freya
Additional Changes:
Beyond the color palette, WhatsApp has made several other changes to improve usability. These include capitalization of status indicators, changes to online and typing notifications, and improvements to the app’s dark mode and interface for both Android and iOS users.
It remains to be seen if these adjustments would ultimately improve the user experience or exacerbate existing displeasure. Stay tuned for further developments.
