WhatsApp has announced the launch of one of its most highly anticipated features, allowing users to make and receive voice and video calls directly through WhatsApp Web, without the need to install the desktop application or rely on a phone while working.
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This move removes one of the most prominent limitations that web version users have faced for years, as making calls previously required using a smartphone or the dedicated WhatsApp desktop app.
WhatsApp has begun rolling out the feature gradually to all users after months of testing, supporting both one-on-one and group calls directly through the browser, according to a report published by Digital Trends.
Once the update reaches an account, users will gain access to a suite of features that were previously exclusive to mobile devices, including:
Screen sharing during calls.
Emoji reactions.
A new Calls tab that includes full call history and favorite contacts.
The company confirmed that all calls will remain protected by end-to-end encryption. They will also be free of charge with no duration limits, exactly like the WhatsApp mobile application.
Among the most notable new additions is the Call Transfer feature, which allows users to seamlessly transfer an ongoing call between their phone and the web or desktop app without ending the call or redialing.
This feature targets users who start calls while on the go and wish to continue them on a larger screen upon arriving home or at the office.
WhatsApp has also introduced the Waiting Room feature, giving call creators the ability to approve participants before they join, thereby offering a higher level of privacy and control over group meetings.
Additionally, the company launched the QuickHD feature, which speeds up the transition to HD video quality at the start of a call, reducing the time needed before receiving a high-definition image.
To enhance audio quality, WhatsApp added a Noise Suppression option, which reduces background noise and makes the speaker's voice clearer to the other party.
This addition complements features recently introduced by the company, such as Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum on iPhones, aimed at improving the voice calling experience.
Supporting calls via the browser represents a new step that enhances WhatsApp's ability to compete with services like Zoom and Google Meet, which have offered this capability for years.
Although the feature arrived relatively late, it fills a long-awaited gap and makes using WhatsApp through the browser a more complete experience, particularly for users who spend long hours in front of computers.
Al Arabiya
