WhatsApp has introduced several new features for the holidays designed to enhance communication and user experience. These updates include missed call messages, emoji reactions during voice chats, improved AI image creation, and more interactive elements for Status and Channels.
Calls
- Missed call messages allow users to record a voice or video note with one tap if a call is unanswered, replacing traditional voicemails.
- Reactions in voice chats enable users to send quick emoji responses without interrupting the conversation.
- Group call speaker spotlight automatically highlights the current speaker during video calls for easier following.
Chats
- Meta AI image creation improvements bring enhanced capabilities from Midjourney and Flux, improving holiday greeting creation for chats and Status.
- Users can now animate any photo into a short video using Meta AI, adding fun and festivity to chats or Status.
- A new media tab on desktop consolidates documents, links, and media across chats in one organized place for easier access on Mac, Windows, and Web.
- Cleaner link previews streamline long URLs to maintain chat flow without disruption.
Updates
- New stickers on Status include music lyrics, interactive questions, and tap-to-engage stickers, offering more expressive options.
- Questions on Channels allow admins to engage their audience better by collecting real-time responses.
These features collectively aim to make connecting with loved ones and managing communications more seamless and engaging during the holiday season.
