WhatsApp rolls out new voice chat feature for large groups

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Instant messaging platform WhatsApp has rolled out a new voice chat feature for large groups, with an aim to make it less intrusive than normal group calls, which rings up every member in the group.

Groups will now be able to quickly invite members using an in-chat bubble that they can tap to get placed on the call. These controls remain embedded in the chat window for easier access. You can quickly mute, hang up or message within the leaving the chat bubble.

The Meta-owned company said that its end-to-end encryption also extends to voice chats, and the setting is turned on by default.

The feature will slowly roll out to Groups within the next few weeks, starting with WhatsApp groups that have more than 33 people.

In October, WhatsApp added the ability for people to use two WhatsApp accounts on one phone. To operate two accounts, you will need two SIM cards with different phone numbers, but since most phones these days are dual SIM, this shouldn't be much of a problem.