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A new feature in WhatsApp, learn about it

A new feature in WhatsApp, learn about it
4 months ago

The popular messaging app "WhatsApp" has announced a set of new features aimed at making its usage more enjoyable and user-friendly, particularly for video calls and status updates.

Enhancing Video Calls: Creative Filters and Backgrounds

Users can now add personal touches to their video calls with 10 new filters and 10 innovative backgrounds. These updates are designed to create a unique atmosphere and reflect the user’s personality or mood.

Filter and Background Details

  • Filters: Add vibrant colors and creative effects to your video during calls.
  • Backgrounds: Allow users to hide unwanted elements or change the virtual setting of their calls. Options include:
    • A living room background.
    • A beach scene.
    • A sunset view.

To use these features, users can tap on the "Effects" icon located in the top-right corner during a video call.

New Features for Status: Reactions and Private Mentions

Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, aims to enhance interaction with the status feature by introducing new functionalities that make communication and sharing more convenient.

Status Reaction Feature

  • A "Green Heart" button has been added next to the reply option for statuses.
  • The status creator can see who reacted through the viewers' list.
  • Reactions are only visible to the status creator to ensure privacy.

Private Mentions Feature

  • Allows tagging specific people in a status, giving them the ability to repost it.
  • If you are mentioned in a status, you will receive a private notification with the option to share the status with your contacts.

Global Rollout and Future Expectations

Meta announced that these features are being gradually rolled out to all WhatsApp users worldwide and will be fully available in the near future. The company has also promised additional enhancements to the status feature and new updates in the coming months to strengthen connections between friends and family.

Conclusion

With these updates, WhatsApp reaffirms its commitment to evolving its platform to meet users’ needs. Whether you use the app to connect with family or host work meetings, these new features bring a more professional and enjoyable dimension to your daily interactions.