WhatsApp is set to introduce a highly anticipated feature that will allow users to add music to their Status updates, a move that mirrors functionality already seen on Instagram. Currently being tested with Android and iOS beta users, this feature is expected to significantly enhance the user experience for those who frequently share statuses.
The new feature will appear as a music button in the drawing editor when creating a Status. Users can search through Instagram’s music library to find their favorite songs or artists and select specific parts of the track to feature in their update. For photo statuses, music clips can last up to 15 seconds, while for video statuses, the music will play for the duration of the video.
One of the key aspects of this feature is the integration with Instagram, where viewers of a status will not only hear the music but will also see the song title displayed. They can even click on the title to explore the artist’s Instagram profile, offering a new way to discover music and connect with artists. This move is expected to make WhatsApp statuses more dynamic and personal, allowing users to express themselves more creatively through music.
The feature is still in its testing phase but is expected to be rolled out to all users in the coming weeks. This addition marks another step in WhatsApp’s ongoing effort to enhance user engagement and bring more versatile tools to its platform. With the growing popularity of integrating music into social media posts, this new feature is likely to attract a lot of attention and open up exciting possibilities for status sharing.
