WhatsApp Launches 5 New Calling Features, Adds Web Calls and Easier Device Switching
WhatsApp has introduced five new calling features, including the ability to make voice and video calls directly through web browsers. The update also adds a 'Waiting Room' feature for group calls and a Call Transfer tool to move active calls between devices.
Why it matters
These updates improve cross-platform functionality and privacy for millions of users, particularly those using Linux or switching between mobile and desktop devices.
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WhatsApp has rolled out five new calling features in a significant update that extends the platform's calling capabilities to web browsers and introduces greater flexibility across devices.
WhatsApp unveils five new calling features, enhancing browser capabilities with voice, video, and Call Transfer, plus privacy-focused Waiting Rooms for group calls. Photo credit:m Getty Images Source: Getty Images The Meta-owned messaging service confirmed that all five features are being made available gradually to users worldwide, with those yet to see the changes advised to update the application and check again over the following days.
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