WhatsApp to get Facebook's Messenger Room option soon: All you need to know
4 years, 8 months ago

WhatsApp to get Facebook's Messenger Room option soon: All you need to know

India Today  

Just a day ago, Facebook announced a new video calling tool-the the Messenger Room that would allow users as many as 50 participants to join the call. As per a WAbetainfo report, WhatsApp is working on adding the Messenger Room option in the chat share sheet. The feature was spotted in Android beta version 2.20.139 In the screenshots provided by WAbetainfo, It was seen that when users select the Room button on the share sheet, WhatsApp opens a pop-up window that explains the feature in detail. There is also a small disclaimer provided by WhatsApp right below the introductory message that reads, “Rooms are protected by Messenger’s encryption and privacy control, but they aren’t end-to-end encrypted.” The users can access the Room by tapping on the Calls button as well.

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WhatsApp updates video call features, group calls will now support up to 32 participants
6 months, 3 weeks ago

WhatsApp updates video call features, group calls will now support up to 32 participants

The Hindu  

WhatsApp updated the video calling features across devices by adding audio support in screen sharing, introducing a new speaker spotlight feature. The instant-messaging platform also improved support for video call participants to up to 32 people. WhatsApp added screen sharing support for video last year, and with the new update the feature will support audio share alongside the screen. The …

WhatsApp adds new voice chat feature for group calls | How to use and other deets inside
1 year, 1 month ago

WhatsApp adds new voice chat feature for group calls | How to use and other deets inside

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a Meta-owned platform is set to introduce a new voice chat feature that will be a less disruptive method to connect with large groups on the platform. Voice chats will enable the user to instantly talk live with group chat members while still being able to message in the group. In the official blog post, the messaging platform said, …

WhatsApp Desktop Users Will Now Be Able To Conduct Group Video Calls
1 year, 9 months ago

WhatsApp Desktop Users Will Now Be Able To Conduct Group Video Calls

ABP News  

WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging platform owned by Facebook-parent Meta, has introduced a refreshed desktop app that among other things, promises group video calling for all users. Additionally, using WhatsApp on multiple devices will now be seamless, as it will allow users to link multiple devices at once, helping users continue chats across devices without a hitch. Through the new …

WhatsApp to support “call links” starting this week
2 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp to support “call links” starting this week

The Hindu  

Till now WhatsApp could support eight participants in a group video call. Now, however, users of the messaging app can connect a video call with 32 or fewer participants in a group call, by simply tapping the “Video Call” button. And with support for “call links” users will be able to generate links for video calls that can be used …

WhatsApp update: New feature aims to compete with Zoom, FaceTime and Meet
2 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp update: New feature aims to compete with Zoom, FaceTime and Meet

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that lets users share a direct link …

WhatsApp to let users create polls in group chat- Know more
2 years, 3 months ago

WhatsApp to let users create polls in group chat- Know more

India TV News  

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature which will enable the user to create polls in chat.Currently, the feature is said to be under development and this feature will enable the group participants of WhatsApp to share polls with other members of the group. As per the report, an entry point for the feature will be available within the …

WhatsApp Will Soon Let Many More People Join Group Calls; Share Up To 2GB Files: All Details
2 years, 8 months ago

WhatsApp Will Soon Let Many More People Join Group Calls; Share Up To 2GB Files: All Details

News 18  

Meta-owned Instant messaging app WhatsApp on Thursday said it will add more features, including the facility to connect with 32 people in a group voice call and sharing files with size of up to 2GB. You’ll be able to bring different groups together into one community – for example, in addition to individual groups for different classes, you might have …

WhatsApp to get Facebook Cover Image Feature- Reports
2 years, 10 months ago

WhatsApp to get Facebook Cover Image Feature- Reports

India TV News  

The Meta-owned instant messaging application WhatsApp is reportedly planning to add a new Facebook-like cover image. When any other user from the contact list will visit your business profile, they will be able to see your newly-set cover photo along with the profile photo and status. The ability to set cover photos is currently under development for WhatsApp Business Accounts. …

Missed A Group Video Call? WhatsApp's New Feature Will Make It Possible to Rejoin!
3 years, 5 months ago

Missed A Group Video Call? WhatsApp's New Feature Will Make It Possible to Rejoin!

News 18  

Facebook-owned instant messaging app WhatsApp has started rolling out a new feature that will allow users to join an ongoing group video or voice call after it has started and was missed by the user. The update also brings an easy way to let users drop-off and rejoin a group WhatsApp call – as far as the call is going …

WhatsApp to bring voice and video calls to desktop next year
4 years ago

WhatsApp to bring voice and video calls to desktop next year

The Hindu  

Facebook Inc's WhatsApp will introduce voice and video calling feature to the messaging app's desktop version next year, a company spokesperson told Reuters. With over 2 billion users globally, WhatsApp is second only to its parent firm Facebook Inc's namesake app, yet it is largely used for personal calls, unlike Zoom or Google Meet. WhatsApp said it has already rolled …

How to create Messenger Rooms via WhatsApp mobile app, desktop app or web
4 years, 5 months ago

How to create Messenger Rooms via WhatsApp mobile app, desktop app or web

Firstpost  

Due to the growing demand for video calling platforms during the Coronavirus pandemic, Facebook introduced Messenger Rooms for users. WhatsApp users can create Messenger Rooms on both the mobile and desktop app, and the web app. Here is how WhatsApp users can create Messenger Rooms Step 1: Open an individual chat on WhatsApp and tap on the attachment icon on …

Facebook Unveils Messenger Rooms Shortcut on WhatsApp Web: Here's How to Use It
4 years, 5 months ago

Facebook Unveils Messenger Rooms Shortcut on WhatsApp Web: Here's How to Use It

News 18  

Facebook has officially unveiled Messenger Rooms on its instant messaging app platform WhatsApp. How to Create Messenger Rooms Via WhatsApp Facebook previously confirmed that it was testing Messenger Rooms on both WhatsApp and Instagram to integrate all the three platforms, thereby delivering a seamless cross-platform experience to users around the world. once you click on that, the screen will show …

How to create a room on Facebook Messenger app to make video calls
4 years, 7 months ago

How to create a room on Facebook Messenger app to make video calls

India Today  

Facebook, on Thursday went live with its new video-calling feature, Messenger apps. People can be invited to a Chat room by sharing a link with other Messenger app users. Once you tap on this option, they will be visible to Messenger app users with whom they share the link. Users must note that when they join the Messenger room, people …

WhatsApp for Android gets Messenger Rooms integration in latest beta
4 years, 7 months ago

WhatsApp for Android gets Messenger Rooms integration in latest beta

India TV News  

Facebook has launched a video conferencing tool 'Messenger Rooms' last month to take on Zoom and other video platforms and now, a new report has claimed that the social media giant is rolling out its integration in WhatsApp for Android, starting in the new beta. The update brings a new 'Room' option to the share menu inside the chat, which …

Facebook Messenger Rooms For Video Calls is Now Available to Everyone; Should Zoom be Worried?
4 years, 7 months ago

Facebook Messenger Rooms For Video Calls is Now Available to Everyone; Should Zoom be Worried?

News 18  

Facebook Messenger Rooms is now rolling out to all users around the world. Messenger Rooms’ party piece is the fact that it allows up to 50 people in one group video chat, can be accessed via Facebook or Messenger apps and desktop versions and remains free of charge to use. However, do note that globally, users can create new Rooms …

Facebook now plans to bring Messenger Rooms to WhatsApp Web, should Zoom be worried?
4 years, 7 months ago

Facebook now plans to bring Messenger Rooms to WhatsApp Web, should Zoom be worried?

India Today  

Facebook unveiled the Messenger Rooms a video calling platform to take on other platforms like Zoom, Google Meet etc. But now we hear that the social media giant is planning to bring Messenger Rooms to WhatsApp Web. As per WABetainfo, the Android beta update showed traces of Messenger Rooms being integrated to WhatsApp but now the messaging app is working …

WhatsApp update on iOS now allows up to 8 people on video call, feature coming to Android soon
4 years, 8 months ago

WhatsApp update on iOS now allows up to 8 people on video call, feature coming to Android soon

Firstpost  

Due to an increasing demand for video calling apps during the ongoing lockdown, tech platforms are also trying to up their game by quick and relevant updates. Some apps got a makeover like Google Meet while some increased the group call limit like Google Duo, some got new features like blur background on Skype. WhatsApp also announced earlier this week …

Facebook Messenger Rooms is here to compete with Zoom, Microsoft Teams and more
4 years, 8 months ago

Facebook Messenger Rooms is here to compete with Zoom, Microsoft Teams and more

India TV News  

Alarmed at the popularity of Zoom in social distancing times that allows up to 100 people to join a video meeting from the comfort of their homes, Facebook has announced Messenger Rooms that will allow group video calls of up to 50 people with no time limit. In many countries, video calling on Messenger and WhatsApp more than doubled, and …

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