Until now, Whatsapp users have only been able to make peer-to-peer voice and video calls. That is, you could only call a friend at a time. But now, Whatsapp has announced that they have added group voice and video calling which means you will be able to talk to upto four people at anytime. The feature was first announced at Facebook’s F8 developer conference in May.
Facebook owned messaging, voice and video app has seen tremendous growth over the years. According to Whatsapp, users have spend over 2 billion minutes on calls per day.
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How to Make Whatsapp group voice and Video calls
Starting a group Voice and Video call call on Whatsapp is actually simple. Simply start a one-on-one voice or video call and tap the new “add participant” button in the top right corner to add more contacts to the call. The other participant will able to to join the call. That’s it, you will be talking to upto 4 people at once.
Just like chats and peer-to-peer calls, group calls are end-to-end encrypted. The feature is currently rolling out on the iPhone and Android versions of the app. So be sure to update your Whatsapp app to start enjoying this feature.
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David Okwii is the Editor-in-Chief of Dignited.com and a seasoned tech enthusiast whose journey began in the early 2000s. He started blogging while at university, diving deep into mobile apps, smartphone reviews, and operating systems—from testing Linux distros to tweaking Windows machines. David also explores Chromebooks, experiments with Raspberry Pi projects, and brings hands-on curiosity to every review. With vast experience in Uganda’s tech ecosystem and deep knowledge of Africa’s startup landscape, he offers informed, grounded perspectives on consumer technology. When he's not writing or tinkering, David enjoys connecting with nature and exploring the outdoors.
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