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WhatsApp is an application that gradually introduces new features, without too many surprises and always prudently. The arrival of this popular messaging platform to desktop environments was consummated with a web version that was quite limited in terms of functions. However, little by little, some of its deficiencies have been solved, with interesting movements such as the arrival of the dark mode or the sending documents Now, WhatsApp Web is preparing for another small revolution: calls and video calls.
Desktop calls and video calls are coming down
According to the WABetaInfo medium, well known for publishing specialized information on WhatsApp, calls and video calls will soon reach the web version. In this way, it will not be necessary to change the device to contact other users, significantly increasing productivity and improving the user experience.
The same portal has published some screenshots that allow us to see the WhatsApp interface when receiving or making a call. There are, however, no notable changes beyond the new pop-up window in charge of displaying the basic controls that are used to hang up, mute the microphone or switch between calls voice to video call.
This function is one of the most requested by users and it is likely to change the way we use messaging applications, enhancing calls over the Internet and relegating traditional connections to second place.Likewise, the same outlet reports that group calls and video calls will be supported from the outset Excellent news for those who regularly use WhatsApp on the desktop.
Given the critical he alth situation we are experiencing, with teleworking expanding more and more, it is logical to think that these new functions will not be long in coming. Facebook is eager to become the world leader in people-to-people communications and, with the sudden rise of services like Zoom and Google Meet, it seems to be falling behind. The arrival of calls and video calls to the web version of WhatsApp could help Zuckerberg's company save the furniture in this field.
