# WhatsApp doubles status update speed on Android

> WhatsApp beta users can now watch status updates at double speed with a simple gesture.
- Title: WhatsApp doubles status update speed on Android · WABetaInfo
- Summary: WhatsApp beta users can now watch status updates at double speed with a simple gesture. WhatsApp rolls out double speed for status updates on Android via a…
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- Source: WABetaInfo — https://wabetainfo.com/whatsapp-rolls-out-double-speed-for-status-updates-on-android
- Author: WABetaInfo
- Published: 2026-10-07T23:00:03+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: whatsapp, status updates, android, beta testing, video playback, gesture controls, technology, apps
## New feature for status updates
WhatsApp introduces double speed playback for status updates on Android.
## Activate with press and hold
Users press and hold the right side of the status interface to double speed playback.
## Available in chats and groups
The gesture works in chats, groups, and channels for status updates.
## Beta update for Android 2.26.40.4
WhatsApp beta 2.26.40.4 update brings double speed playback to Android users.
## Rolling out to more users
The feature is available to some beta testers and rolling out to more people over weeks.
## Temporary speed boost
Double speed deactivates when users release the screen, allowing quick switches between speeds.
## Why this gesture feels familiar
Users already know the press-and-hold gesture from instagram, tiktok, and youtube.
## Key takeaway

WhatsApp rolls out double speed for status updates on Android via a press-and-hold gesture.