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WhatsApp Tests iOS Media Hub
WhatsApp's new iOS media hub shows received photos, videos, and links without opening chats.
In brief
WhatsApp's new iOS media hub shows received photos, videos, and links without opening chats. WhatsApp is testing a media hub in iOS settings that displays received media for quick access. Originally reported by WABetaInfo.
WhatsApp Media Hub Feature
WhatsApp is developing a feature that lets users see shared media from their chats without opening conversations.
Media Hub Location
The hub will appear in app settings where users can view photos, videos, and links without opening chats.
Received Media Only
The hub shows only media users received, keeping sent and received messages separate.
iOS Development Status
WhatsApp is testing a media hub for iOS in version 26.42.10.74 on TestFlight.
Media Hub Functionality
Users can search by caption, sort by date or file size, and forward or delete multiple items.
Filtering Options
Users can filter media by type, view recently received items, or switch between list and grid views.
Available Soon
The feature will be released to beta testers in a future iOS update after development.
At a glance
WhatsApp is testing a media hub in iOS settings that displays received media for quick access.
