
New Delhi: With the latest update, WhatsApp, which is owned by Meta, now supports the sending and receiving of short video messages inside conversations. These instantaneous videos will only be allowed to be 60 seconds long. The video notes will function similarly to the voice note option now provided by the service. The new function is end-to-end encrypted for users’ safety and peace of mind. The worldwide deployment of WhatsApp video messaging has started and will be available shortly.
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“New for WhatsApp — we’re adding the ability to instantly record and share a video message in your WhatsApp chats. It’s as easy as sending a quick voice message,” Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg, made a Facebook post. he also announced the function of the new WhatsApp feature on Facebook and provided a demonstration. Both one-on-one and group conversations may benefit from the use of video communication.
In a blog post, WhatsApp announced the new function, which enables users to record video messages that may be sent on different occasions. It is quite similar to Snapchat’s instant video messaging, except that they won’t disappear after being seen. Users may get early access to the feature by installing the most recent version of the instant messaging application from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store while the deployment is still in progress.
The instant video message option will sit with the voice note button on the chat tray.#MarketingMind #FeatureAlert #WhatsBuzzing #WhatsApp pic.twitter.com/G8lVmlJKKg
— Marketing Mind (@MarketingMind_) July 28, 2023
WhatsApp rolls out 60 seconds video messages feature.
– Switch audio/video messages by tapping on mic icon
– Tap and hold the icon to record
– Swipe up to lock and record easily
– Video messages do play on mute by default
– Open the video message to hear the sound#WhatsApp pic.twitter.com/ALFUbG6qT7— Oneily Gadget (@OneilyGadget) July 28, 2023
It will be located on the same panel as the voice note button. The users have to click the button to enter video mode and maintain finger pressure on the record button. Users may also swipe up to lock the video and start recording it without touching the device. When opened in a conversation, videos will begin playing automatically on mute; clicking the video will activate the audio. WhatsApp assures users their video chats are safe because they use end-to-end encryption.