WhatsApp to add voice, video calling feature to web version

WhatsApp is set to introduce a groundbreaking feature that will allow users to make voice and video calls directly from their web browsers, a function that is currently available only through the native desktop applications for Windows and macOS.

According to WABetaInfo, this update aims to enhance user experience by enabling seamless communication across different devices without the need to switch platforms.

Traditionally, WhatsApp Web has been limited to sending messages and sharing media, leaving voice and video calls exclusive to desktop apps.

However, the discovery of this in-development feature within recent WhatsApp Web beta updates signals a major step by the popular Meta-owned instant messaging app towards a more integrated user experience.

For a long time, WhatsApp Web users have been able to send messages and share media with ease, but the inability to make or receive calls has been a notable limitation.

This upcoming update promises to break down those barriers, enabling users to initiate or answer voice and video calls directly from Chrome, Safari, Edge, or any other compatible browser.

This feature is poised to significantly improve convenience, particularly for those who favour the web interface and wish to avoid downloading the separate desktop application for calling.

Whether at work, at home or on the go, users will no longer need to switch between their devices just to have a face-to-face or voice conversation.

This move is likely part of a broader strategy to make communication tools more versatile on WhatsApp, with the increasing trend of remote work and digital communication for both personal and professional interactions.

While specific details regarding the feature and potential limitations remain under wraps, it's expected that the feature will mirror the experience already found on mobile apps.