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WhatsApp is all set to roll out the latest update through its Program - Google Play Beta, bringing its version up to 2.23.18.15. The latest update is launched to enhance the overall WhatsApp calling experience including the option of mute and other preferences. The update
Here is the official announcement on Twitter:
What’s new about this update?
The research team of WhatsApp has announced as addition of the latest privacy feature that protects the IP address during calls, the update will be applicable in the app in the near future. The new update will enable users with an option called silence unknown callers. Users can easily mute calls from unknown senders while they are still visible in user notifications and on the call tab.
The new feature aims to protect the privacy and security of the users in a better way. Another attribute that WhatsApp is developing is - privacy call relay. These features will be available alongside the latest version of WhatsApp Beta when ready to download from the Google Play Store.
How does it help?
WhatsApp Beta for Android allows its users to experience the most recent enhancements to the messaging platform ahead of their official release on the Google Play Store. The latest Beta introduces the long-awaited and highly anticipated Dark Theme feature.
With the latest feature, WhatsApp help in:
You can immediately record and transmit video messages within your chats. To begin, simply open during chat and switch to video mode.
Screen sharing is the latest feature made available during video calls. Initiate a video call and simply tap the newly introduced "screen share" button to begin.
Message editing now supports media content alongside captions.
The user interface has been refreshed, featuring Material 3 menus and switches.
The user interface has been updated, incorporating Material 3-style menus along with switches.
WhatsApp is. It functions as a cross-platform messaging service, enabling communication between these various devices. Importantly, WhatsApp Messenger leverages the same internet data plan you use for email and web browsing, resulting in no additional charges for messaging and staying connected with your friends.