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  • WhatsApp Introduces New ‘Tagging’ Feature In Status Updates; Here’s How To Use It |

    WhatsApp New Feature: WhatsApp, an instant messaging app, has rolled out a new ‘Tagging’ feature which allows users to like status updates, make private mentions, and reshare status.

    The new ‘tagging feature’ aims to offer better engagement on the platform, according to the company. With this new feature, users can mention up to five individuals in each status and can privately tag someone without displaying their names. Those mentioned will receive a notification.

    Notably, these features are already available for Instagram Stories. Meta has now started rolling out these features for WhatsApp, which will be widely available in the coming days. According to the company, WhatsApp Status is the best way to stay connected with friends and family, and now we’re making it even better.

    To Tag Someone In WhatsApp Status These Things Needs To Be Done

    To tag someone in a WhatsApp Status, a few steps need to be followed. First, ensure that you are using the latest version of the WhatsApp app and have an active account. When tagging someone, it’s important to note that the tag is private, meaning only the person tagged will be aware of it. Others who view your status will not know that someone has been tagged.

    How To Tag Someone In WhatsApp Status On Android

    Step 1: Open the WhatsApp app on your smartphone.

    Step 2: Navigate to the “Status” tab located at the bottom or top of the screen.

    Step 3: Tap on the “My Status” icon to start creating a new status update.

    Step 4: In the text field, type the “@” symbol followed by the contact name you want to tag.

    Step 5: From the drop-down menu, select the contact to tag them in your status.

  • WhatsApp video calls get three new features to compete with Zoom and Google Meet; Details Here |

    New Delhi: Meta-owned platform WhatsApp is set to roll out the three new features designed for better group calls and video chats. These features include a new screen-sharing feature, a higher participant count, and a speaker spotlight. These updates aim to compete with platforms like Zoom, FaceTime and Google Meet.

    WhatsApp has enhanced its screen-sharing feature by incorporating audio sharing. This upgrade enables users to watch videos with friends and family during WhatsApp calls. Earlier, WhatsApp introduced the screen-sharing feature in August last year.

    Moreover, the instant messaging app is also expanding the participant limit in group video calls. Now, users will be able to include up to 32 people in a single video call on any device, facilitating larger group interactions.

    WhatsApp announced updates to enhance calling, including screen sharing with audio, support for up to 32 participants on video calls, and automatic speaker spotlight. WhatsApp is also introducing the MLow codec for better call reliability and clearer calls. pic.twitter.com/CCsEhcHEZq — WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) June 13, 2024

    Earlier, WhatsApp allowed up to 32 participants on mobile devices, while Windows users could add up to 16 participants and macOS users could add up to 8 participants. This participant limit feature is comparable to Apple’s FaceTime, which permits up to 32 participants on video calls for iPhone and iPad users. In contrast, Google Meet and Zoom allow up to 100 participants, even on their basic tiers.

    In the latest WhatsApp update, the instant messaging app comes with a new feature called speaker spotlight. This feature automatically highlights the person speaking during a video call, bringing them to the forefront of the screen.

    Adding further, WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature that will allow users to transcribe their voice messages directly on their devices. The transcription feature will require users to download an additional 150MB of app data, as per WABetainfo reports.

  • Chat Lock Feature Is Set To Arrive On WhatsApp Web soon; Check Details

    The new Chat lock feature aims to heighten the security of private conversations.