WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows users to share longer voice messages as status updates. The feature was introduced in both the iPhone and Android versions of the app and users have already started receiving it on their devices. The Meta-owned instant messaging platform has been experimenting with a lot of new features lately, including testing AI-generated profile pictures and an option to clear the unread message count, all aimed at improving the overall user experience of the application.
Longer voice status updates on WhatsApp
Previously, WhatsApp allowed users to share voice notes of up to 30 seconds as status updates. This can be done by navigating to the status update page and pressing and holding the microphone icon. The platform is now extending the length of voice memos to one minute, a feature that is being rolled out with the app's latest update.
Longer voice status updates on WhatsApp
We were able to confirm the availability of the feature and record minute-long voice notes and put them as status updates on our devices. It is now available on Android and iOS platforms. The launch of this feature may bring ease of use to those who used to split up long voice messages to put as WhatsApp status updates, as they may not need to do so as often.
WhatsApp usually releases updates gradually, so if you haven't received this feature on your device, we recommend that you update the app to the latest version. The feature may take a couple of days to arrive.
Other Rumored WhatsApp Features
According to WhatsApp update tracker WABetaInfo, the platform is working on bringing multiple new features to users. One of the newly reported features is Create with AI which allows users to generate AI-based profile pictures. With it, users can create personalized images using artificial intelligence (AI) that match their interests, personalities and moods.
Another feature that is under 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. It can be said that selecting a theme can change the color of the chat as well as the background of the chat, all through a new theme picker.
