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WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging clients in the world. Still, its web and desktop clients have not reached full parity with the mobile version, although that has been changing in recent months.
The latest update is audio and video calls for desktop and web users. As iMore reports, citing WABetaInfo, WhatsApp Calls allows users to make and answer voice and video calls via PC and Mac.
As with all desktop features, users will still need to maintain a connection to their phone. But being able to chat on a computer makes staying in touch with friends and family through WhatsApp easier. Just like some users prefer a physical keyboard for texting, others like to sit at a computer to make voice and video calls. Don’t hold a phone or hold a tablet for hours.
Reportedly in the works for two years, WhatsApp calls are only available to a small sample of WhatsApp users at this time, although WABetaInfo indicates that it is slowly spreading to others. There is no estimated timeline for when everyone can access WhatsApp calls, but if the debut of other features is any indication, it won’t be long until they are available to everyone.
Previously, the desktop app received sticker support, allowing users to send and receive stickers that mirrored those purchased on their phones. Before that, the app introduced a shopping cart for business-oriented users, as well as a “disappearing message” functionality meant to make conversations even more private.
