WhatsApp launches New features for sharing longer voice messages as status updates. This new feature is available on iPhone and Android versions of the app. It lets users record voice notes up to one minute long and share them as status updates.
Longer Voice Status Updates on WhatsApp
Before this update, WhatsApp allowed users to share voice notes as status updates, but these notes could only be up to 30 seconds long. Now, with the new update, users can record and share voice notes that are up to one minute long. This makes it easier for users to share longer messages without having to split them into multiple parts.
How to Record and Send a Voice Status Update
Here’s how you can record and send a voice status update on WhatsApp:
- Open WhatsApp: Go to your WhatsApp app.
- Tap the Updates Tab: Go to the Updates tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Tap the Plus or Pencil Icon: Tap the icon to create a new status update.
- Hold the Microphone Icon: In the bottom right corner, you will see a microphone icon. Press and hold it, then start speaking. If the beginning of your message isn’t recorded, wait a second before speaking.
- Release the Microphone Icon: When you’ve finished recording, remove your finger from the microphone icon.
- Listen and Share: You can listen to the audio before sharing it as a status update.
New AI-Generated Pictures Feature
WhatsApp is also working on a new feature that allows users to create AI-generated profile pictures. This feature will let users create personalized images using artificial intelligence (AI) that match their interests, personalities, and moods.
Other Upcoming Features
Create with AI:
This feature will let you create AI-generated profile pictures. You can make personalized images that match your interests, personality, and mood. This means your profile picture can be unique and special to you.
Chat Themes:
WhatsApp might soon introduce chat themes, allowing users to choose from five preset themes: blue, green (the default), grey, red, and purple. Selecting a theme will change the color of the chat and the chat background, providing a more personalized user experience.
Rolling Out Gradually:
WhatsApp usually rolls out new features gradually. If you haven’t received the new voice status update feature yet, make sure to update your WhatsApp app to the latest version. It may take a few days for the feature to be available to everyone.
Update Your WhatsApp
WhatsApp usually rolls out updates gradually. If you don’t see the new voice status feature on your device yet, make sure you update to the latest version of the app. You can do this by going to the Google Play Store for Android or the App Store for iOS. The new feature should be available to all users in a few days.
FAQ’s
What should I do if my voice message isn't recorded at the beginning?
If the beginning of your message isn't recorded, wait a second before you start speaking after pressing the microphone icon. It ensures the app captures your entire message.
Bottom Up
WhatsApp’s new one-minute voice status update feature is a welcome addition that allows users to share longer voice messages. With other upcoming features like AI-generated pictures and chat themes, WhatsApp is improving its platform to enhance the user experience.