The WhatsApp Messenger indicates further changes in its new beta versions. The Corona crisis is likely to be responsible for one.
- The corona crisis is likely to have an impact on the next update
- WhatsApp * is working on popular feature for web version
- WhatsApp will expand group calls
WhatsApp: Corona provides a new update
During the Corona crisis, more people are using the group calling features. The WhatsApp messenger service is already responding to this. As WABetainfo reports, there will soon be an opportunity for iOS to be in a group call with more people.
So far, only 4 people, including one, have been able to communicate together via video or voice calls.
It is not yet known how many people the call capacity will be expanded to. However, WABetainfo announces that at least the iOS version will be an even number.
WhatsApp: There is also an update on Android
The Android beta version 2.20.128 also indicates an extension of the group call function. Here again the note is given that all participants must have installed the latest WhatsApp version. WhatsApp has been reluctant to release a release date for both iOS and Android.
You'll be able to get in touch with your family and friends better, thanks to the new group call limit, available within the next weeks.
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WhatsApp: More beta innovations
There was a visual change in the call function of the messenger in both the last WhatsApp Android Beta version 2.20.129 and the last iOS Beta version 2.20.50.23.
A new header is now displayed for both systems. This informs all call participants that their call is encrypted end-to-end.
WhatsApp: Popular feature now also in the works for the web version
At the beginning of the year came the long-awaited dark mode for iOS and Android. WhatsApp works according WABetainfo also on a new mode for the web and desktop version of their Messengers. New details were released in the new beta version 2.2013.7. Accordingly, the solution in the web version of the messenger is probably similar to that in the Android version. So the user can switch between dark and ligth mode.
WhatsApp: How to become a beta tester for Android devices
The beta versions are very popular with many users, because many want to be the first to test the new functions. The test program of the WhatsApp messenger is currently busy for beta users .
You can find out on the associated page of the Google Playstore. However, the beta program for Android is always open to newcomers. In order not to miss the opening, it pays to stop by the Playstore regularly .
WhatsApp: How to become a beta tester for iOS devices
To be part of the iOS version of the WhatsApp messenger, an extra APP is required. However, this can only be downloaded if the manufacturer has provided a corresponding invitation link.
The functions that can be tested are only available 90 days after setting. All in-app purchases are free during the trial period . However, the purchases made can only be used during this period.
WhatsApp: not every function in Messenger is recommended
The WhatsApp Messenger contains many functions * that make communication easier. But you shouldn't use every one of them.
Challenges * are always organized via WhatsApp. That is what the "Accepted Challenge" challenge is all about.
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