WhatsApp also brings new icons in the Settings screen

Nov 16, 2015 09:58 GMT  ·  By

WhatsApp and Waze have just joined the 3D Touch bandwagon with new versions that are being rolled to iOS users as we speak.

The versions that are available for iOS users are now 2.12.11 for WhatsApp Messenger and 4.0.1 for Waze.

WhatsApp Messenger update

First and foremost, WhatsApp, which continues to be the leading messaging app on mobile platforms across the world, has received 3D Touch support to let you peek and pop conversations.

Additionally, links that you share or receive support a rich preview on iPhone 6s and 6s Plus while the settings menu has been redesigned completely to provide a cleaner and modern look. There are new icons and a couple of new options, including the possibility of seeing all starred messages across all your chats in Settings > Starred Messages.

Waze update

Surprisingly, Waze for iOS is already at version 4.0.1 (the 4.0 release brought a major UI overhaul and some new options) while the Android flavor is still at 3.9.6.0, which is kind of weird, given the fact that the app is owned by Google, the very same company that makes the mobile OS.

But leaving these aside, Waze 4.0.1 brings support for 3D Touch on iOS, and you can force-press the Waze icon to quickly navigate to home, to work, search address, or send your location to a friend.

The change log also mentions some enhancements that are there since version 4.0, such as significant battery improvements, a new ETA panel, a cleaner look for the map, and a redesigned visual reporting menu.

Overall, both apps are clearly must-haves for those on iOS, especially if they own an iPhone 6s or a 6s Plus, which are currently the only models featuring 3D Touch. Developers are rapidly adopting Apple’s new technology, so expect more such updates to land in the coming weeks.

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