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WhatsApp introduces voice message transcript feature for Android
WhatsApp is bringing a new feature named voice message transcript to enhance accessibility and convenience for users. With the latest version 2.24.15.5, WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that converts voice messages into text for beta testers.
This new feature allows users to read transcriptions of voice notes directly within the app. It makes communication easier for everyone, especially those who are deaf or have hearing impairments. It is also helpful in noisy environments where listening to audio messages may be difficult.
The transcriptions are generated on users’s devices to ensure user privacy. To enable this feature, users can select to download different language data packages, including English, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, and Hindi.
The voice message transcript feature of WhatsApp has several benefits such as users can quickly grab the content of lengthy voice messages without having to listen to them in full. It saves time and makes communication more efficient, allowing for better conversations.
Currently, this feature is available to a limited number of beta testers and will gradually expand to more users over the coming weeks.
Aside from this, WhatsApp is also testing a new feature for Business accounts to add contact notes. It lets businesses keep track of important details and interactions with their customers to ensure that important information is easily accessible and well-organized.