WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, is set to bring an exciting new feature to its beta users. In a recent announcement, WhatsApp revealed that beta users on both iOS and Android will soon have access to the highly anticipated video message feature, which is still under testing through the new update.
Last month, WhatsApp had been planning on the launch of their ‘edit message‘ feature, which was scheduled like this, if a message is sent mistakenly than it could be edited till 15 minutes of it’s sent duration. This feature was highly appreciated to be welcomed as this would boost in the security steps taken by WhatsApp in coordinating a safe encrypted chatting platform for its millions of users worldwide.
Let’s delve into the details of this upcoming update and explore how it will enhance the overall messaging experience.
- Enhancing Communication-: This feature enables individuals to capture and send videos directly within the chat interface, providing a seamless experience for sharing memorable moments, important updates, or simply expressing oneself with more clarity and emotion.
- Additional Benefits-: Traditional text-based communication, Whether it’s a birthday celebration, a beautiful sunset, or an exciting travel experience, video messages allow for a more immersive sharing of life’s precious moments.
- Convenience and Ease of Use-: With just a few taps, beta users will be able to record videos directly from within the app and send them instantly to their contacts.
This was officially tweeted by WhatsApp,
Spotted by WhatsApp feature tracker WABetaInfo on version 23.12.0.71 of WhatsApp beta for iOS and version 2.23.13.4 of WhatsApp beta for Android, the new video messages feature is located on the chat bar at the bottom of screen, next to the buttons for attachments, camera — and the WhatsApp Pay icon, in relevant regions. It is located on the microphone button at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
When users tap and hold the microphone button in the chat bar during a conversation, it will transform into a video camera button. Recipients will be able to distinguish and confirm the freshness of a received video message, enhancing its authenticity.
