WhatsApp is always bringing something new for its users, and this time also it has launched a fresh new update in the beta version. The update comes for Android users under the WhatsApp Beta Program, and it is now rolling out version 2.25.22.2. This latest update brings a unique and useful feature for those who love taking photos — a night mode in the camera interface! Yes, WhatsApp has finally added a night mode for the camera which is now visible for some beta users.
Let’s know more about this new feature in detail. In today’s article, we will talk about what this new WhatsApp camera feature is all about and how you can use it on your phone.
WhatsApp had earlier added a filter button in its previous camera update, where users could apply fun effects while taking photos or videos. That was the starting point of WhatsApp improving its in-app camera experience. But now, with the new 2.25.22.2 beta update, WhatsApp is focusing on low-light photography and improving how photos are captured in dark surroundings.
This new update adds a moon icon on the top of the WhatsApp camera screen, which works as the night mode button. This icon appears only when the lighting conditions are poor or the environment is dark. If you are using the latest beta update and you see this moon icon, then congrats! You are one of the few beta users who got access to this feature.
The night mode feature in WhatsApp camera is very simple to use. Just tap on the moon icon, and the mode gets activated. Once turned on, the camera automatically adjusts the lighting and brightness to make your dark photos look clearer. Unlike those filters and overlays, this night mode doesn’t change the colors or apply effects. Instead, it works from the inside to brighten up the photo naturally.
This means it uses software-based tricks to enhance brightness, reduce noise, and improve the overall image quality. So if you are clicking photos indoors or in the dark, this feature can really help. But remember, it is not a magic tool. It will help to some extent but won’t give professional camera results. Still, it’s a good option when you just want to quickly take a decent photo and share it in a chat or status.
Earlier, if you wanted to take good pictures at night or in low light, you had to switch to your phone’s default camera app or use some third-party apps. But now, WhatsApp is making that job easier. With night mode built into WhatsApp’s own camera, you can take better photos and send them instantly without switching apps.
This is especially helpful if you want to post something on your status at night or just click a quick photo and share it with your friends without worrying about the lighting.
If you have installed the latest WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.25.22.2 and still don’t see the moon icon, don’t worry. The update is being rolled out to some beta testers first, and more people will get it in the coming weeks. So, just keep your app updated and wait for the feature to appear.
Sometimes, WhatsApp slowly sends updates to check how well the feature works and to fix any issues before making it available for everyone. So if it’s not on your phone yet, it might come soon!
If you want to try out this feature and other beta updates of WhatsApp, then you need to join the WhatsApp Beta Program on the Google Play Store. Here’s how to do it: