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WhatsApp Testing New Features for Audio and Video Calls
WhatsApp is working on new features to improve the calling experience for Android users. These updates were spotted in the latest beta version of the app (2.25.10.16) by WABetaInfo, a trusted source for WhatsApp news.
New Mute Button for Voice Calls
One of the new features is a mute button for incoming voice calls. This button appears in the notification panel, allowing users to mute their microphone while answering a call. While it’s still unclear how people will use this, it could be helpful in noisy places or when users want to answer quietly.
Turn Off Camera Before Answering Video Calls
Another helpful feature is for video calls. Users will be able to turn off their camera before picking up the call. This gives people a moment to get ready or stay off camera completely, especially when getting calls from unknown numbers. It adds a layer of privacy and comfort when using video chat.
Emoji Reactions in Video Calls
WhatsApp is also adding emoji reactions to video calls. This will let users react in real time using emojis, making group video calls more fun and interactive.
Rollout Details
These new features are currently available to a small group of beta testers using WhatsApp on Android. WhatsApp plans to roll them out to more users in the coming weeks.
Nothing has started rolling out the Nothing OS 3.2 September update for the Nothing Phone (2). The new update comes with a download size of 161 MB and also includes the September 2025 Android security patch.
Note: Nothing has provided the September 2025 security patch, but the changelog mentions August. Later, this was fixed.
One of the key highlights of this update is the addition of Camera Presets. Users can now access ready-to-use presets in the Camera app, such as Soft Focus, Black & White Film, Wide Angle, and Lenticular. These presets allow users to capture professional-looking photos instantly without much editing. The update also makes it possible to import presets from other Nothing devices, including the Phone (3), by scanning a QR code. In addition, users can create and share their own presets with others.
The update further improves the camera experience by making the Nothing Gallery the default app for photo previews. Users can still choose Google Photos if they prefer.
Apart from camera improvements, the update introduces new features for widgets. Both the Pedometer and Screen Time widgets now support sharing with friends. The Photo widget also gains new sticker reactions, giving users more ways to interact when sharing images.
On the system side, Nothing has fixed several bugs and made stability improvements. Issues with hotspot connections, PDF viewing in cloned apps, and font display errors in Instagram have been resolved. The update also optimizes battery usage when connecting smartwatches and improves overall network connection stability.
However, the much-talked-about “Stretch” camera preset, created in collaboration with photographer Jordan Hemingway, appears to be missing in this release. Nothing may release it separately in the future.
Overall, the OS 3.2 update adds useful new features and performance improvements, making it a recommended upgrade for all Nothing Phone (2) users.
Nothing has rolled out a new update for its Essential Space app (version 1.0.13), bringing some useful features and improvements for users.
One of the biggest highlights is the transcription feature, now available on the Nothing Phone (3). With this, users can get a complete transcription of their Flip to Record content, making it easier to keep track of recordings in written form.
The update also adds a Select All option within individual modules, giving users better control and convenience while managing their content.
Apart from new features, the update also focuses on improving the overall experience. It includes several bug fixes and stability enhancements to make the app run smoother and more reliable.
Nothing continues to improve Essential Space with regular updates, ensuring users get more value and a seamless experience on their devices.
Nothing has rolled out a new software update for the Nothing Phone (2a). The update is called Nothing OS 3.2 (September Update) and is now available to users. It comes with a download size of 158 MB and also includes the latest September 1, 2025 Android security patch.
One of the most notable changes in this update is the introduction of the Nothing Gallery app as the default photo viewer in the camera app. Users now get the option to choose between Nothing Gallery and Google Photos, but the company recommends using its own gallery for faster previews and smoother performance. This move highlights Nothing’s efforts to strengthen its in-house ecosystem.
The update also adds new features to widgets. Along with the Photo widget, users can now share the Pedometer widget (step counter) and the Screen Time widget with others. The update further enhances interaction by introducing a set of new nine stickers that can be used to react when sharing widgets, giving users more expressive options.
In terms of the camera, Nothing claims to have improved stability and performance. The camera app version has been upgraded, and users may notice slight differences in colors and sharpness, particularly in ultra-wide shots. These refinements are aimed at delivering a more reliable photography experience on the Phone (2a).
The update also addresses several system issues and optimizations. Stability for the pop-up view feature has been improved, and a bug that prevented PDF files from opening in cloned apps like WhatsApp and Telegram has been fixed. The Voice over NR (VoNR) icon has been redesigned for better clarity in the status bar. In addition, battery usage has been optimized when connecting smartwatches, especially with the CMF Watch 2 Pro.
Other improvements include fixes for font display issues in apps such as Instagram and Reddit when using the Inter font, along with general system performance and stability enhancements.
Overall, the Nothing OS 3.2 September Update brings useful new features, smoother performance, and important fixes. For Nothing Phone (2a) users, installing this update is highly recommended to get the best experience on their device.