WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows users to share longer voice messages as status updates. The feature has been rolled out on both the iPhone and Android versions of the app and users have already started receiving it on their devices. The Met-owned instant messaging platform has been experimenting with a lot of new features lately, such as testing AI-generated profile pictures and an option to clear the number of unread messages — all aimed at improving the app’s overall user experience.
Longer WhatsApp Voice Status Update
Previously, WhatsApp allowed users to share up to 30 seconds long voice notes as status updates. You can do this by going to the status update page and tapping and holding the microphone icon. Now the platform is extending the duration of voice memos to one minute – a feature introduced with the app’s latest update.
Longer WhatsApp Voice Status Update
We were able to confirm the availability of the feature and record one-minute voice memos and put them as status updates on our devices. It is now available on Android and iOS platforms. The introduction of this feature can offer ease of use to those who have been sharing long voice messages to put them as WhatsApp status updates as they may not need to do so as often.
WhatsApp usually rolls out updates gradually, so if you haven’t received this feature on your device, we recommend that you update to the latest version of the app. It may take a few days for the feature to arrive.
Other rumored features of WhatsApp
According to WhatsApp update tracker WABetaInfo, the platform is working to bring more new features to users. One of the recently reported features is Create with artificial intelligence which allows users to generate AI-powered profile pictures. With it, users can use artificial intelligence (AI) to create personalized images that match their interests, personalities and moods.
Another feature that is reportedly in development is chat themes. According to reports, WhatsApp may soon allow users to choose from five preset themes – blue, green (which is the default), grey, red and purple. Selecting a theme can reportedly change the color of the chat as well as the background of the chat – all through the new theme selector.
