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WhatsApp expands the Liquid Glass design to its video player

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WhatsApp has extended its Liquid Glass design aesthetic to its video player interface, aligning video playback with the app's new visual style. This update marks a significant expansion of the design language beyond standard messaging features. The implementation follows a phased rollout strategy that began with messaging apps and gradually extended to other platforms, with video integration being the latest major step in this process.

Key points

• WhatsApp's Liquid Glass design now applies to its video player interface, extending the visual overhaul to video content.
• The rollout followed a phased approach, with video integration being the latest major expansion after messaging apps.

Context

WhatsApp has expanded its Liquid Glass design to video players, continuing a phased rollout strategy that began with messaging apps. This update aligns video playback with the app's new visual style, marking a significant expansion of the design language beyond standard messaging features.

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