WhatsApp has added new features, such as Missed Call Messages, which serve as a modern alternative to voicemail by allowing users to send short voice or video notes when calls are missed. Additionally, the app allows users to turn photographs into video clips utilising advanced MetaAI image creation models, which improves the entire user experience ahead of the holiday season.
The company, via blog post, said, “We’re introducing another bundle of features just in time for the holidays. This edition is packed with exciting new updates, including missed call messages, fun status stickers, improved Meta AI image generation, and more – making it easier than ever to connect with those who matter most.”
In the case of a missed call, users may now leave a voice or video note for the recipient, thereby ensuring that messages are sent efficiently without relying on traditional voicemails. By enabling asynchronous communication, this feature aims to enhance the user experience and eliminate the need for voicemails.
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In addition, participants in voice chats may now reply in real time, adding another layer of interaction without breaking the flow of the conversation. This ability enables quick expressions of excitement, such as ‘cheers!’ during discussions. Furthermore, during video calls, the system automatically focuses on the active speaker, which promotes higher engagement and makes it easier for participants to follow conversations. These upgrades reflect a commitment to increasing user connectivity and interaction across digital communication platforms.
Meta AI has significantly improved image generation capabilities via WhatsApp, inspired by Midjourney and Flux. Users will see significant changes when they create annual holiday greetings to share in chats or status updates. Users may now transform their images into short videos, which adds to the fun and festive spirit of their conversations. A new media tab has been introduced to the desktop, enabling easy search of documents, links, and media across chats, simplifying workflows on Mac, Windows, and the Web. Furthermore, link previews have been enhanced for a cleaner look, thereby shortening long URL links to keep the conversation flowing uninterrupted.
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The platform’s updates include the addition of new Status stickers, which allow users to express themselves in various ways, such as by adding song lyrics or asking questions that might solicit responses from others. Additionally, admins may now pose questions on Channels, allowing for real-time engagement with their audience and more dynamic exchanges.
