WhatsApp today announced a new Windows client with improved performance and improved calling capabilities. The new version also supports multi-device sync, so you can use WhatsApp even when your phone is turned off.
Mark Zuckerberg posted on his Instagram channel announcing that a new Windows app will enable end-to-end encrypted group calls.
The updated WhatsApp for Windows supports video calls with up to 8 people and voice calls with up to 32 people. The mobile app also allows group calls with similar restrictions. The company said it will increase the number of people allowed in group calls in the future. This makes it easier if you want to make group calls on your desktop.
WhatsApp has focused on improving the big screen experience since the introduction of Multi-Device Link (the ability to use one account on multiple devices).
In June, the company introduced a new Mac client in public beta to improve the performance of Apple silicon-based systems. The Meta-owned messaging service is also testing a new version optimized for Android tablets.
Earlier this week, WhatsApp also announced two new features related to groups. The first one allows admins to scan all requests to join a group under the “Pending Participants” section. Second, we want shared groups to appear in search results when we search for their name. Previously, you had to go to a contact’s profile to see common groups.
