WhatsApp launches web calling and several new features
9to5Google • • technology
Key Points:
- WhatsApp Web now officially supports voice and video calls, including one-on-one and group calls, without requiring any app downloads, offering features like screen sharing, reactions, and full call history.
- A new Call Transfer feature allows users to seamlessly switch active calls between devices, such as moving from a phone to the web or desktop without disconnecting.
- The platform introduces a Waiting Room for group calls, enabling hosts to control who joins and when by requiring approval before participants enter the call.
- QuickHD enhances video quality by delivering high-definition video within the first few seconds of a call, while Noise Suppression reduces background noise to improve call clarity.
- These updates maintain WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption and are available now, enhancing the calling experience across devices and environments.
