WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has recently introduced a new feature allowing users to send short video messages in addition to text messages. The global rollout of this feature has already begun, and soon all users worldwide will have access to it.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the update in a Facebook post, where he demonstrated the feature through a short video. Users can now record real-time video messages of up to 60 seconds in duration, similar to the process of recording voice messages. The video recorder icon, located next to the text box, enables users to create and send personalised video messages for various occasions, such as birthday wishes or sharing important news.
WhatsApp provided further details about the update in an official blog post, stating that the feature is being gradually rolled out to Android and iOS users worldwide. To access the feature, users can download the latest version of WhatsApp from the Google Play Store or App Store. The company assures users that these video messages are fully end-to-end encrypted to ensure secure communication.
Creating and sending a video message is easy; users can switch to video mode by tapping and holding to record the video message. There is also an option to swipe up to lock the recording. When recipients open the video message in a chat, it will play automatically without sound, but tapping on the video will activate the sound. This new addition enhances the communication experience on WhatsApp, allowing users to express themselves better by sending real-time video messages to friends and family.
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