WhatsApp Users Complain of Nausea Over New Message Animation on iPhone

WhatsApp recently introduced a subtle update to its iOS app that has sparked widespread frustration among millions of users worldwide. The new feature animates sent messages sliding quickly from the right side of the screen instead of appearing instantly as before. This change has led to numerous complaints on social media, with users describing the animation as nauseating and causing dizziness. Some even believed their devices were malfunctioning, prompting restarts to fix what they thought was a technical issue.

The backlash included harsh criticism directed at Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, with users sarcastically blaming him for the discomfort caused by the update. The rapid movement of the animation was cited as the main cause of the unpleasant physical reactions. Many users demanded that WhatsApp immediately remove or disable the feature to restore the previous user experience.

Fortunately, WhatsApp provides a simple way to disable the new animation. Users can go to the app’s settings, select the "Appearance" tab, and turn off the message animation option to revert to the original behavior. This controversy follows recent public criticism of Meta after it had to withdraw an AI feature on Instagram due to user backlash. The company continues to face challenges balancing new features with user satisfaction.