WhatsApp Enhances Video Call Features to Compete with Zoom
Meta is set to enhance the video calling capabilities of WhatsApp with new features designed to improve the experience for large groups, positioning it as a more viable alternative to platforms like Zoom.
WhatsApp Video Call Features
1. Feature Enhancements
The latest updates to WhatsApp include a speaker spotlight function that automatically highlights the person speaking, making them the primary focus on the screen. This feature is especially useful during large group calls, ensuring that attention is directed to the active speaker.
Additionally, Meta has improved screen-sharing functionalities. Now, when a user shares a video within a video call, the audio from the video will also be shared, enriching the group-watching experience.
2. Expanded User Capacity
Meta is also standardizing the participant limit across devices. Video calls on WhatsApp will now support up to 32 participants regardless of whether users are on mobile or desktop platforms. Previously, the limit varied with the desktop app allowing only 16 people on Windows and eight on Mac. This update brings uniformity and allows larger groups to communicate seamlessly across all devices.
3. Rollout Timeline
These updates are expected to be introduced globally over the next few weeks. Users can look forward to a more robust video-calling experience that caters to both personal and professional communication needs.
With these upgrades, WhatsApp is enhancing its utility for larger groups, making it a stronger competitor in the video conferencing market dominated by services like Zoom.
By improving features like speaker spotlight and screen sharing, along with expanding access to a greater number of participants, WhatsApp continues to evolve as a comprehensive communication tool.
