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 app, WhatsApp will allow desktop users to conduct end-to-end encrypted video calls with up to eight people at once, as well as audio calls with up to 32 participants. Download the new Windows app here: https://t.co/TaY9s2mCko — WhatsApp March 23, 2023 WhatsApp earlier this month introduced a new feature for its iOS beta users, which will allow them to see the push names of unknown group members, instead of seeing their phone numbers as earlier.

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WhatsApp update introduces 4 new features for audio and video calls
1 week, 4 days ago

WhatsApp update introduces 4 new features for audio and video calls

Live Mint  

WhatsApp is adding four new audio and video calling features ahead of the holiday season for both mobile and desktop users. New WhatsApp features for audio and video calls: 1) Call participants selection: WhatsApp now allows users to select specific participants while starting a group call. 2) Video calls effects: After adding night mode and video call effects earlier this …

WhatsApp rolling out new updates to video call feature
1 week, 4 days ago

WhatsApp rolling out new updates to video call feature

India Today  

WhatsApp is bringing some new and exciting updates to its calling features. With over 2 billion calls being made daily on the messaging platform, WhatsApp continues improving its calling services for desktop and mobile users. For those who enjoy video calls, WhatsApp is adding a fun twist with new effects. With these new features, WhatsApp aims to make calling more …

WhatsApp takes on Zoom: Meta's messaging app now lets you add filters and backgrounds to your video calls - here's how to try it
2 months, 3 weeks ago

WhatsApp takes on Zoom: Meta's messaging app now lets you add filters and backgrounds to your video calls - here's how to try it

Daily Mail  

There are 10 filters and 10 backgrounds to choose from, WhatsApp reveals With more than two billion users in 180 countries, there's no doubt that WhatsApp is the biggest messaging app in the world. How to try WhatsApp filters and backgrounds The option to add filters and backgrounds will appear during a WhatsApp call Tap on the effects icons on …

WhatsApp Hits 100 Million Monthly Active Users In The US
4 months, 4 weeks ago

WhatsApp Hits 100 Million Monthly Active Users In The US

ABP News  

Mark Zuckerberg, the chief executive officer of Meta, shared some significant news about WhatsApp's user base in the United States. Using his own WhatsApp channel, Zuckerberg revealed that the messaging platform has reached a milestone of 100 million monthly active users in the US. WhatsApp also noted substantial user growth in the Southern region of the United States, with Texas …

WhatsApp updates video call features, group calls will now support up to 32 participants
6 months, 1 week 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 video calling gets new features, now you will no longer need Zoom, Google Meet
6 months, 1 week ago

WhatsApp video calling gets new features, now you will no longer need Zoom, Google Meet

India TV News  

WhatsApp has further improved its video calling feature with the addition of new features. Meta-owned platform has added three new features, which include a new screen-sharing feature, a higher participant count, and a speaker spotlight. The latest WhatsApp update also includes a feature called speaker spotlight, which automatically highlights the person talking during a video call and brings them to …

WhatsApp rollouts design changes for its mobile app interface on Android, iOS platforms: Here's what's new
7 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp rollouts design changes for its mobile app interface on Android, iOS platforms: Here's what's new

India TV News  

After introducing a host of features in the last few months, WhatsApp is now rolling out various design changes for its mobile app interface on both Android and iOS platforms. “When designing, we consider varying levels of connectivity and digital literacy to keep WhatsApp accessible, and we’re careful with changes that affect people’s muscle memory. The company announced in a …

WhatsApp working on new features, here are top 5 features to look forward to
8 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp working on new features, here are top 5 features to look forward to

India Today  

Meta-owned WhatsApp is gearing up to roll out various new features designed to enhance user experience and interaction. Additionally, a new generative AI-powered photo editor will also enable users to creatively edit and manipulate their photos directly within WhatsApp, adding artistic effects and enhancing their images with ease. 2. International payments In a bid to streamline international transactions, WhatsApp is …

WhatsApp set to introduce Native File Sharing feature in upcoming update
11 months ago

WhatsApp set to introduce Native File Sharing feature in upcoming update

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a Meta-owned instant messaging platfrom is reportedly working on a new file-sharing feature which will enable users to easily share files with people nearby in the future. It further stated that sharing files via this feature will be end-to-end encrypted, meaning sharing files remains secure even outside of a WhatsApp chat and in an unknown network environment. Furthermore, the …

Zuckerberg unveils new features for WhatsApp channels: Voice messages, polls, and more
11 months ago

Zuckerberg unveils new features for WhatsApp channels: Voice messages, polls, and more

India TV News  

WhatsApp Channel New Features: Mark Zuckerberg, the Founder and CEO of Meta, introduced a range of new features for WhatsApp Channels. Voice Updates and Polls Among the notable additions is the introduction of voice updates, a popular feature that allows users to share updates via voice messages. Private Updates in the Main App WhatsApp Channels serve as a private avenue …

WhatsApp to let users share music audio during video call | Know-more
11 months, 2 weeks ago

WhatsApp to let users share music audio during video call | Know-more

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a Meta-owned instant messaging platfrom has started to roll out a new feature which will enable users to share music audio while they are on a video call. It’s important to note that this feature also works in individual calls, allowing users to enjoy a synchronised audio experience even in one-on-one video conversations." Furthermore, users who are on a …

Meta makes end-to-end encryption a default on Facebook Messenger
1 year ago

Meta makes end-to-end encryption a default on Facebook Messenger

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Meta is rolling out end-to-end …

WhatsApp will soon allow users to share status photos and videos on Instagram, here is how
1 year ago

WhatsApp will soon allow users to share status photos and videos on Instagram, here is how

India Today  

Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, has been committed to seamlessly integrating the features of its social media platforms-Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. According to a recent report by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is set to unveil a new feature that will allow users to seamlessly share their status updates as Stories on Instagram. The report suggests that the feature will be an …

WhatsApp Channels surpasses 500 million monthly active users, announces Mark Zuckerberg
1 year, 1 month ago

WhatsApp Channels surpasses 500 million monthly active users, announces Mark Zuckerberg

Hindustan Times  

Meta chief executive Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday announced that messaging platform WhatsApp channels surpassed the 500 million monthly active users milestone. “500 million monthly actives on WhatsApp Channels in the first 7 weeks! Nowadays, several organisations and celebrities including film stars, sportspersons, musicians, political parties and leaders are on WhatsApp channels. Whether it's my new song, an exciting collaboration or …

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 now allows iPhones users to start group call with up to 31 contacts, here is how
1 year, 1 month ago

WhatsApp now allows iPhones users to start group call with up to 31 contacts, here is how

India Today  

WhatsApp is now rolling out a new feature that will allow iPhone users to initiate group calls with only up to 31 participants. In previous updates, group calls supported up to 32 participants, but users were initially limited to selecting only 15 contacts when initiating such calls. With the latest updates, WhatsApp is now making it easier for iOS users …

How iPhone users can now enjoy 31-person group calls on WhatsApp
1 year, 1 month ago

How iPhone users can now enjoy 31-person group calls on WhatsApp

India TV News  

Group calls on WhatsApp with up to 31 participants on iOS: WhatsApp, a popular messaging app owned by Meta, is now allowing group calls with up to 31 participants. Before this update, group calls on WhatsApp already supported up to 32 participants, but you could only add 15 contacts when starting a group call. This feature, although still in development, …

WhatsApp New Feature to Manage Multiple Accounts
1 year, 3 months ago

WhatsApp New Feature to Manage Multiple Accounts

Deccan Chronicle  

WhatsApp has introduced an exciting new feature for its Android beta app, allowing users to manage multiple accounts on the same smartphone. According to a report from WABetaInfo, the Meta-owned messaging platform is gradually rolling out this multi-account feature in version 2.23.18.21 of the beta app, exclusively for users who have enrolled in the beta program through the Google Play …

Meta Launches WhatsApp Mac App With New Features: How To Download
1 year, 3 months ago

Meta Launches WhatsApp Mac App With New Features: How To Download

News 18  

WhatsApp Mac App: After launching its Windows desktop app earlier this year, WhatsApp, the instant messaging platform owned by Meta, now released a new native Mac app. The Meta-owned app also said that the new app is redesigned to be familiar to Mac users, helping users to get more done faster when using WhatsApp on a large screen. How To …

New WhatsApp feature: Create groups without naming them
1 year, 4 months ago

New WhatsApp feature: Create groups without naming them

India TV News  

Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, announced a new feature for WhatsApp users: the ability to create groups without needing a name. This new feature proves useful for situations when a group needs to be formed quickly or when no specific topic immediately comes to mind. This new function enables users to instantly record and send video messages within chats. …

WhatsApp unveils 7 game-changing features in 2023, including Chat Lock and More
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp unveils 7 game-changing features in 2023, including Chat Lock and More

India TV News  

This year, Meta has brought a slew of significant upgrades to WhatsApp. The inclusion of features such as Chat Lock, Edit button, HD photos, screen sharing, and more has amplified the app's utility for all users. Chat Lock: Enhanced Privacy for Personal Chats WhatsApp has introduced a new level of privacy with the Chat Lock feature, allowing users to lock …

WhatsApp's upcoming multi-account feature: Know how it works
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp's upcoming multi-account feature: Know how it works

India TV News  

WhatsApp, the widely-used instant messaging platform owned by Meta, is reportedly introducing a new multi-account feature that will enable users to add additional accounts within the same app. As per the provided screenshot from WABetaInfo, it is evident that the meta-owned app is integrating a feature permitting specific beta testers to seamlessly add supplementary accounts to their existing app. Image …

WhatsApp introduces a group call scheduling feature in Android Beta: How to use it?
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp introduces a group call scheduling feature in Android Beta: How to use it?

India TV News  

WhatsApp, a messaging platform under Meta's umbrella, is launching a novel feature for scheduling calls within group chats on its Android beta version. In addition, to call scheduling, WhatsApp recently introduced a voice chat feature for group discussions on its Android beta, further enriching the user experience. Furthermore, the messaging platform is actively developing a new passkey feature to enhance …

WhatsApp to soon allow groups of up to 32 people connect for audio sessions
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp to soon allow groups of up to 32 people connect for audio sessions

India Today  

In an exciting development, WhatsApp has introduced a brand-new voice chat feature within its latest beta version, allowing groups of up to 32 people to engage in lively spoken sessions. While WhatsApp is not the first to introduce this feature—Telegram has offered voice chat capabilities since 2020—WhatsApp's unique advantage lies in its massive user base. As WhatsApp pioneers this innovative …

WhatsApp introduces 'Voice Chats' for Android beta users: Everything you need to know
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp introduces 'Voice Chats' for Android beta users: Everything you need to know

India TV News  

WhatsApp, an instant messaging platform owned by Meta, is introducing a new voice chat feature for group conversations on its Android beta version. The feature allows beta users to access a voice waveform icon within a group chat, as reported by WABetaInfo. One of the main advantages of the voice chat feature is that it allows users to start a …

WhatsApp releases new video message feature
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp releases new video message feature

The Hindu  

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday announced the launch of a new feature which would let WhatsApp users send video messages to their contacts. “New for WhatsApp - we’re adding the ability to instantly record and share a video message in your WhatsApp chats. To send a video message, WhatsApp users have to press the microphone icon on the bottom …

WhatsApp introduces 'Quick Video Messaging' for Chats
1 year, 4 months ago

WhatsApp introduces 'Quick Video Messaging' for Chats

India TV News  

On Thursday, Mark Zuckerberg, the founder and CEO of Meta, announced a new feature for WhatsApp that allows users to instantly record and share video messages in chats. Each video message can be up to 60 seconds long, allowing users to respond in real time to chats with whatever they want to convey. Importantly, WhatsApp ensures that video messages are …

WhatsApp Beta update enables group calls with up to 15 users
1 year, 5 months ago

WhatsApp Beta update enables group calls with up to 15 users

India TV News  

WhatsApp, the messaging platform owned by Meta, is introducing a new feature for iOS beta users that allows them to initiate group calls with up to 15 participants. This new feature aims to make it more convenient for users to include more participants during the setup of group calls. Last year, Meta Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the 32-person …

Mark Zuckerberg unveils secure chat history transfer for WhatsApp: Here's all you need to know
1 year, 5 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg unveils secure chat history transfer for WhatsApp: Here's all you need to know

India TV News  

Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has unveiled a new feature that allows users to securely transfer their chat history between devices operating on the same system. Furthermore, the new transfer process provides a higher level of privacy compared to cloud services, as data is only shared between the user's two devices and remains fully encrypted during the transfer. To …

WhatsApp may soon let Windows users make video calls with up to 32 participants: details here
1 year, 5 months ago

WhatsApp may soon let Windows users make video calls with up to 32 participants: details here

India Today  

WhatsApp is working on a slew of new features to enhance users' experience on the platform. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is gradually releasing an update for the Windows desktop app, which allows users to engage in video and audio calls with up to 32 individuals. In addition, the report reveals that with the new update, WhatsApp may also send certain …

WhatsApp enhances privacy with option to silence calls from unknown number: Know about latest update
1 year, 6 months ago

WhatsApp enhances privacy with option to silence calls from unknown number: Know about latest update

India TV News  

WhatsApp's Founder and CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, recently unveiled a new privacy feature called "Silence Unknown Callers." “You can now automatically silence incoming calls from unknown contacts on WhatsApp for even more privacy and control", mentioned Mark Zuckerberg in a Facebook post. Moreover, WhatsApp has also introduced a comprehensive tool called "Privacy Checkup" to educate users about the platform's protective options. …

WhatsApp introduces in-app chat support on Windows beta: Know about latest update
1 year, 6 months ago

WhatsApp introduces in-app chat support on Windows beta: Know about latest update

India TV News  

WhatsApp, the instant messaging platform owned by Meta, has introduced a new in-app chat support feature for its Windows beta version. The introduction of in-app chat support is expected to be a time-saving and convenient feature for users. In addition to the chat support feature, WhatsApp also recently introduced a crop tool for the drawing editor in its Windows beta …

WhatsApp to bring multi-account feature for Android: Here are the details
1 year, 6 months ago

WhatsApp to bring multi-account feature for Android: Here are the details

India TV News  

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is reportedly developing a multi-account feature for Android users. In other news, WhatsApp is introducing a new video messaging feature to select beta testers on both iOS and Android platforms. The multi-account feature aims to address the needs of individuals who manage multiple accounts, such as separate personal and professional accounts, in a more streamlined manner. …

WhatsApp brings a new feature to Group settings: Know more
1 year, 7 months ago

WhatsApp brings a new feature to Group settings: Know more

India TV News  

WhatsApp, the instant messaging application owned by Meta, is reportedly introducing a fresh interface for the group settings screen which is currently limited to selected beta testers only. The new group settings interface is currently accessible to some beta testers who have installed the latest WhatsApp beta for Android update from the Google Play Store, The rollout will continue over …

6 must have video calling apps on your smartphone to ease your work
1 year, 8 months ago

6 must have video calling apps on your smartphone to ease your work

India TV News  

Video calling has become an essential mode of communication in the past couple of years, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. From staying in touch with friends and family to holding virtual meetings with colleagues, video calling has made life easier for many people. Here are some of the top options for free video calling and what they …

Today’s Cache | WhatsApp’s group chat update, fake ChatGPT extension, and TikTok finds support
1 year, 9 months ago

Today’s Cache | WhatsApp’s group chat update, fake ChatGPT extension, and TikTok finds support

The Hindu  

WhatsApp’s group chat update WhatsApp announced the launch of a new app for Windows which will allow users to make end-to-end encrypted video calls. Fake ChatGPT extension Threat actors are using a fake ChatGPT for Chrome to target Facebook accounts. TikTok finds support Creators on TikTok, the Chinese-owned short video app, along with three U.S. Democratic Party lawmakers said they …

WhatsApp desktop app for Windows to let users make group video calls
1 year, 9 months ago

WhatsApp desktop app for Windows to let users make group video calls

The Hindu  

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday announced the launch of a new WhatsApp desktop app for Windows users. The upgraded app would allow users to make end-to-end encrypted video calls with up to eight members, and audio calls with up to 32 members. Meta said that the new desktop app’s interface would resemble that of the mobile WhatsApp version. “As …

WhatsApp updated desktop app with improved connectivity and video chat experience
1 year, 9 months ago

WhatsApp updated desktop app with improved connectivity and video chat experience

India TV News  

Meta-owned messaging app WhatsApp has released a new desktop app for Windows, featuring faster loading times and the ability to hold group video calls with up to 8 people and audio calls with up to 32 people. In a recent blog post, Meta announced that the latest update to the WhatsApp desktop app for Windows allows users to make group …

WhatsApp now allows desktop users to make group video and voice calls, here is how
1 year, 9 months ago

WhatsApp now allows desktop users to make group video and voice calls, here is how

India Today  

WhatsApp has introduced a new WhatsApp app for Windows that loads faster and has a similar interface to the WhatsApp mobile app for iOS or Android. The new version of WhatsApp allows desktop users to start group video calls with up to eight people and audio calls with up to 32 people. "We're introducing a new WhatsApp app for Windows …

WhatsApp launches two new features for groups, here are all the details
1 year, 9 months ago

WhatsApp launches two new features for groups, here are all the details

India Today  

WhatsApp has announced new updates that are coming to the messaging app. The platform will be releasing new features for groups, which will give admins more control over who can join a group, and the update will also make it easier for you to discover what groups you have in common with someone. “Groups are where people have some of …

WhatsApp rolls out picture-in-picture video call feature for iOS
1 year, 10 months ago

WhatsApp rolls out picture-in-picture video call feature for iOS

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: Instant messaging platform WhatsApp has finally started rolling out picture-in-picture mode for video calls on iOS, as spotted earlier by 9to5Mac, reported The Verge, an American technology news website. According to the outlet, this feature, which WhatsApp first started testing last year, lets users open up other apps during video calls without any disruptions. WhatsApp will reduce your video …

WhatsApp now allows up to 100 photos and videos to be sent in one go; Details
1 year, 10 months ago

WhatsApp now allows up to 100 photos and videos to be sent in one go; Details

Hindustan Times  

WhatsApp has added multiple new features in its latest update including increasing maximum limit of sending photos and videos from 30 to 100. A petition was filed by two individuals challenging the WhatsApp’s deal with Meta to provide access to calls, photographs, texts, videos, and documents shared by users. The new features brought in with latest WhatsApp updates are as …

Users can now send messages to themselves on Whatsapp
1 year, 11 months ago

Users can now send messages to themselves on Whatsapp

The Hindu  

WhatsApp will now enable users to send messages to themselves using the platform, to keep track of their notes and messages. Messages to yourself work and look like regular chats, but users can’t make audio calls, video calls, mute notifications, block or report themselves, or see their last seen and online, WhatsApp said in its FAQ page. Now, users can …

You can now connect over voice, video calls with 32 users simultaneously on WhatsApp
2 years, 1 month ago

You can now connect over voice, video calls with 32 users simultaneously on WhatsApp

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Instant messaging platform WhatsApp users will be able to connect with up to 32 connections simultaneously on voice and video calls, transfer up to 2GB files and add up to 1,024 members in a group, the company said on Thursday. Besides, Whatsapp users will be able to broadcast messages to up to 5,000 users, who are part of …

WhatsApp launches Communities globally and announces in-chat polls, larger groups
2 years, 1 month ago

WhatsApp launches Communities globally and announces in-chat polls, larger groups

The Hindu  

WhatsApp on Thursday announced the release of a ‘Communities’ feature that will let messaging groups come together under one umbrella so that texts can be broadcast to everyone, as well as an in-chat poll feature and groups with slightly over 1,000 members. The Meta-owned messaging service stated in a company blog that the new Communities feature had been rolled out …

Soon, WhatsApp groups to have up to 1,024 participants: Report
2 years, 2 months ago

Soon, WhatsApp groups to have up to 1,024 participants: Report

Hindustan Times  

In June, WhatsApp released an update, allowing users to add a maximum of 512 participants in a single group on the Meta-owned messaging platform; this cap was increased from 256. Soon, over 1,000 participants may be able to participate in WhatsApp group chats As per WABetaInfo, the feature is available on WhatsApp beta for Android and iOS users, though limited …

'WhatsApp has been a surveillance tool for 13 years, better stop using it’ says Telegram founder Pavel Durov
2 years, 2 months ago

'WhatsApp has been a surveillance tool for 13 years, better stop using it’ says Telegram founder Pavel Durov

Firstpost  

Telegram’s founder Pavel Durov has accused WhatsApp of being a surveillance tool after hackers were able to hack into smartphones of various users, because of a vulnerability in WhatsApp’s video sharing and playback features. WhatsApp, one of the most popular IM apps in the world, which also boasts to have the most number of users, is a major security risk, …

WhatsApp to support “call links” starting this week
2 years, 2 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 is rolling out Call Links feature, testing video calls support for 32 users
2 years, 2 months ago

WhatsApp is rolling out Call Links feature, testing video calls support for 32 users

India Today  

WhatsApp announces a new feature for a seamless calling experience. The instant messaging platform is rolling out Call Links feature for voice calls. With Call Links feature rolling out, users can simply tap on the ‘Call Links’ option available within the Calls Tab and then create a link for an audio or video call and share it easily with family …

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