LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – WhatsApp has added a new toggle feature for its recently launched instant video message functionality.
Last month, WhatsApp introduced the ability to record and send real-time video messages, allowing users to send short videos of up to 60 seconds.
While this feature was initially enabled by default in the app’s settings, the latest WhatsApp beta update for Android and iOS now offers users more control.
According to a report by WhatsApp development tracker WABetaInfo, WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.18.1.70 and WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.18.21 have introduced a new toggle for the instant video messaging feature.
Users can now manually enable or disable the feature by accessing the app’s settings and switching to sending voice messages instead.
However, even with the feature turned off on their phones, users will still receive video messages.
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It’s worth noting that some users have reported the feature being turned off, so those who wish to send instant video messages are advised to check their WhatsApp settings.
To access this new feature, users can download the latest WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store and the WhatsApp beta for iOS from the TestFlight app. The feature is expected to be rolled out to more users in the coming days.
This instant messaging feature allows users to record short videos and send them as messages. When using this feature, users can see a video recorder icon next to the text box, similar to the voice recording feature.
Tapping this icon allows users to record and send a real-time video message of up to 60 seconds. It’s important to note that these messages are also end-to-end encrypted.
By default, the videos play without sound upon receipt, but users can activate the sound by tapping on the video.
WhatsApp already offers the option to send images or pre-recorded videos as media attachments in text messages.