In a move to enhance user experience and group administration, WhatsApp is unveiling exciting new features in its beta version. The messaging giant has rolled out an innovative voice chat function and a “Send for Admin Review” capability, offering its users enhanced communication and better group moderation options.
With the recent update, WhatsApp beta version 2.23.16.19 brings forth the voice chat feature, transforming the dynamics of group audio calls. Unlike the conventional call icon, this feature presents a waveform icon, initiating voice chats with a simple tap. Group members can effortlessly join the conversation, engaging in real-time discussions akin to regular audio calls. An interesting twist, however, is that voice chats won’t trigger a ringing sound on users’ phones. Instead, everyone in the group will receive a push notification, allowing them to promptly join the chat.
The practicality of this feature extends further, with idle voice chats automatically concluding after an hour. This time-bound engagement ensures efficiency and prevents unnecessary prolonged conversations. Moreover, WhatsApp retains its existing call limitations, enabling a maximum of 32 participants to partake in a voice chat simultaneously.
Simultaneously, the recent beta update, WhatsApp beta version 2.23.16.18, introduces an essential element to group management – the “Send for Admin Review” toggle. This feature empowers group administrators, enabling them to decide whether messages from group members should undergo an admin review before being posted. This innovative tool bolsters group moderation, streamlining communication by filtering potentially problematic messages. While users currently have the option to report messages, the new feature offers a more proactive approach by granting admins the authority to preemptively review content.
WhatsApp has been actively fine-tuning its platform to provide safer and more efficient communication spaces for its massive user base. Admins can now stay vigilant, even when away from their devices, ensuring a seamless and controlled messaging environment. This update aligns with WhatsApp’s commitment to addressing user concerns and elevating the overall user experience.
As with any beta release, the rollout of these features to the wider user base is yet to be confirmed. While some beta testers have experienced these enhancements, their official availability to the general public remains uncertain. Users eagerly await an official announcement from WhatsApp about when these features will be accessible to all, further enhancing the platform’s usability and safety.
In a digital age where communication is paramount, WhatsApp’s continuous efforts to improve its features demonstrate its dedication to staying at the forefront of secure and convenient messaging services.
