WhatsApp giving iOS users chance to get creative with new AR features

WhatsApp's new augmented reality (AR) feature for call effects and filters, which was previously exclusive to Android users, will soon be rolled out to iOS users, according to WABetaInfo.

The Meta-owned instant messaging app had previously added an AR feature for call effects and filters to Android users, enhancing the users' interactivity during video calls.

However, WABetaInfo, citing the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.17.10.74 update, reported that WhatsApp is now planning to extend the same features to iOS users.

Currently, the feature is accessible only to beta testers who download the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS via the TestFlight app. These updates will soon be available to more people in the coming weeks.

The new tool offers an array of dynamic facial filters to enhance users' video calling experience. These filters allow you to customise their appearance in real-time during video calls, modifying the overall colour tone of their video feed.

Moreover, WhatsApp has also introduced a background editing tool that allows users to either blur their surroundings or replace them with one of the pre-set backgrounds provided by the app.

It also added the low-light mode toggle, which is designed to enhance visibility in dimly lit environments and is particularly useful for evening calls or for users who frequently find themselves in low-light conditions.

Additionally, the touch-up mode acts as a subtle filter to smooth out skin imperfections, giving users a more polished appearance on video calls.

It is worth noting that WhatsApp will automatically remember the previous configuration settings when placing a new video call, such as the selected background and colour filter.

This means that users don't have to repeatedly adjust their settings each time they start a new call as WhatsApp will always apply the last used background and filter.