Meta has launched it’s new application, WhatsApp in 2015. Since then the WhatsApp has become the most used communication tool or application, even by common men. It’s popularity grown day by day, as Meta continued to introduce new WhatsApp features. And it never disappointed in delivering improved interface in each new feature launch.
Now, WhatsApp is ready to bring smile on it’s users face again with it’s improved Video calling, audio calling, and screen sharing features. So, what WhatsApp has in it’s new feature then? Let’s see them one by one.
WhatsApp New Features June 2024
More than using WhatsApp for normal chat, we do use it for video calling with our loved ones. Though we have WhatsApp video calling and audio calling long time ago itself, there are some limitations in the present features. Users obviously expect more and more from their service providers. Here is the difference between old features and new features, comparing what has been improved by WhatsApp in June 2024 updates.
WhatsApp Previous Calling Features V/s New Calling Features
| Feature Name | Previous Calling Features | New/Improved Calling Features |
| Video Calling | Previously WhatsApp video calling was limited to eight participants only. Which put limitations on it’s use for larger gatherings, or family fun time. | In improved WhatsApp video calling feature, it allows 32 participants or users to enjoy video call at a time. Now you can host virtual parties, family reunions, or even conduct large online meetings, all within WhatsApp. |
| Screen Sharing | In previous feature, audio calling was possible. But it didn’t allow one to present their screen or screen sharing while on call. With this there was a limitation on the people who wanted to had virtual meetings, or collaborate things, or just a group a friend who wanted to watch TV/some videos together. | In present feature, users can now share their screen while on call itself. It means, participants can use both Audio and Screen sharing at a time. The new screen sharing feature allows you to share your phone’s screen with everyone on the call, making collaboration and entertainment a breeze. |
| Speaker Spotlight | Suppose in a group meeting a person is talking and we don’t identify who is actually talking? That’s a big draw back. So, the feature of actually highlighting the speaker was not available in previous version. | Now, WhatsApp has speaker spotlight feature, where it actually highlights and put forwards the person who is currently speaking in a meeting. Thus, we can easily see the person talking appearing first on screen. This makes the conversations easier and engaging. Also, the speaker gets the attention he deserves. |
Not just that, WhatsApp has also taken technical steps to improve the quality of audio and video calls. Previously, call quality was ok and it was differing with the network strength. But now with their new MLow thingy (tech speak for a special tool), call quality is improved. It has become more reliable at any signal strength, especially for the mobile users.
MLow technology has better noise cancellation and echo cancellation ability. It makes calls more clearer even in noisy environments. All these new and enhanced features of WhatsApp are sure to make user’s life more crisp and easier.
Thanks To The WhatsApp!