WhatsApp's new feature enables users to never miss unseen messages

Have you ever missed out on unseen messages in your WhatsApp chats because you forgot to check them later? Well, not anymore as the app is introducing a reminder notification feature for users.

This new feature is set to be rolled out in a future update; however, beta testers can currently explore this feature in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.25.29 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, WABetaInfo reported.

The Meta-owned instant-messaging app's chat notification feature, which was previously limited to status updates, allows users to get reminders for unseen chat messages from specific contacts chosen automatically by the application. 

The selection of these contacts is determined by an internal algorithm that prioritises contacts with whom users interacted most frequently. 

It's important to note that this algorithm only applies to the current instance of WhatsApp. If a user reinstalls the app, WhatsApp must recalculate these interactions, as this data is not saved in backups or on the server.

In terms of the new message reminder functionality, users might receive a notification when they have left a message unread from a frequently interacted contact.

For example, if a user habitually engages in conversations with a specific person but leaves one of their messages unseen, WhatsApp could remind them about this unread message. 

As WhatsApp aims to avoid overwhelming users with excessive notifications, this measured approach ensures that notifications are relevant and non-intrusive.

While beta testers may currently enjoy this feature, other users may not have to wait long as it is rolling out to even more people over the coming days.