WhatsApp launches a new voice chat feature for large groups
Recently, WhatsApp announced the launch of a new voice chat feature for large groups. It’s designed to be less disruptive than a group call, which rings every member of a group.
Voice chats are started quietly without any ringing involved with an in-chat bubble that you tap to join. This new feature allows you to talk about things with whoever can join while allowing you to keep messaging those who can’t.
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By clicking on the call controls at the top of the chat, you can quickly unmute, hang up, or message the group without having to leave the voice chat. WhatsApp notes that it protects voice chats with end-to-end encryption by default.
The new voice chats feature is rolling out globally to large groups over the coming weeks, starting with those that have 33 people or more. It also launched passkey support on Android, along with a new “Flows” functionality.
rolling out now: voice chat for your larger groups!
you’ll soon have the option to talk it out live with whoever can join or keep texting with whoever can’t
— WhatsApp (@WhatsApp) November 13, 2023
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WhatsApp is regularly working to introduce an update that will integrate Meta AI directly into its messaging platform. At the moment, WhatsApp is rolling out a new beta update with version 2.24.14.20, which brings the ability for Meta AI to edit photos shared by users.
The new beta update of WhatsApp aims to enhance the image editing and interaction experience by allowing them to ask questions about their photos and receive detailed insights. Additionally, users will be able to make edits to their photos conveniently within the chat interface.
Users of this beta update can see a new chat button. This new button of WhatsApp lets users easily share photos with Meta AI for analysis and editing. This helps users to seek information about objects in their photos and make adjustments according to their preferences.
Furthermore, users have complete control over their photos, including the option to delete them at any time. Through the new feature, WhatsApp makes a more interactive and personalized approach to managing and editing photos directly within the app.
WhatsApp is updating its verification badges by replacing the green tick with a new blue one. This change is currently being tested with beta users on the Google Play Beta Program.
The new blue tick is a symbol of authenticity for verified channels and businesses on WhatsApp. By matching with the color scheme used on other Meta platforms like Instagram and Facebook, WhatsApp aims to make it easier for users to recognize official accounts.
This enhancement not only improves visuals but also strengthens security by providing a clear marker of verified authenticity. The switch from green to blue provides a secure environment and aligns WhatsApp appearance with other Meta services.
WhatsApp users who have installed the latest beta version 2.24.14.18 can check the blue checkmark on the official channels. This feature will gradually rollout to more beta testers in the coming days.
WhatsApp is releasing a new feature for content sharing on channels with its latest beta update for Android. The new update is available for users with version 2.24.14.15 through the Google Play Beta Program.
The fresh update brings a long-awaited feature, which allows beta testers to forward and share messages, photos, videos, and GIFs directly to channels. This new feature simplifies content sharing for channel owners and lets them easily share media from personal chats or other apps like file explorers directly to their channels.
Previously, users had to save media locally before uploading it to channels, but now, the process is seamless and easy. This new feature not only improves the content-sharing experience but also enhances engagement by ensuring that channels remain updated with fresh content.
By removing additional steps, WhatsApp reduces the time and effort required to maintain channels. This feature aims to make WhatsApp more user-friendly for forwarding and sharing content.
The new feature of WhatsApp for channel content sharing and forwarding is currently available for limited beta testers. It is a gradual rollout, more beta testers will soon get it.
