In order to let users express their wishes worldwide, WhatsApp has included new features for the New Year 2025, such as a (special sticker pack, a distinctive calling effect, and other) improvements.

Interestingly, these functionalities are only available from (20th December until 3rd January , 2025). Users are advised to update to the most recent version of the program in order to take use of these improvements.

In reference to the new features, the Meta-owned platform has debuted a festive backdrop for video conversations, along with fresh filters and effects that draw inspiration from the pleasures of the New Year.

Celebratory Emoji and Stickers

Additionally, the business has included celebratory emoji that can be used to reply to messages in private and public conversations, along with a glitter animation that is viewable to both the sender and the receiver.

A new sticker set and avatar stickers designed especially for the New Year have also been released by WhatsApp.

In the past, the firm offered consumers more than (10) effects for video conversations, such as (underwater themes, karaoke microphones, and puppy ears).

For group calls, users may now choose particular members without cutting off the entire discussion.

Meanwhile, WhatsApp has added typing indications to improve in-chat interaction in real time. In both (one-on-one and group conversations), users will now be able to see visual clues in addition to the profile photo of the person typing.

Using WhatsApp to Get New Year’s Stickers

The most recent version of WhatsApp, which is available on the (App Store for iOS devices or the Play Store for Android devices), to be updated before users may access the New Year Stickers.

Once the update is complete, the app will display the new sticker packs and animations, and video call effects may be used while a call is in progress.