Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has introduced exciting new features to celebrate the New Year, including festive calling effects, stickers, and more. These features will be available for a limited time, from December 20 to January 3, 2025. Users must update to the latest app version to enjoy these festive additions. Here’s a quick look at the updates:
WhatsApp Festive Features: What’s New
- NYE Calling Effects: Enjoy festive-themed backgrounds, filters, and effects during video calls, inspired by New Year celebrations.
- Animated Reactions: Reacting to messages with celebration emojis now triggers a “confetti animation” visible to both sender and receiver.
- NYE Stickers: A new sticker pack and avatar stickers designed for New Year celebrations are now available.
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WhatsApp’s Latest Calling Features
WhatsApp recently introduced several updates to enhance the calling experience:
- Select Call Participants: Users can now choose specific participants when starting a call from a group chat, avoiding interruptions for others.
- Enhanced Desktop Calling: Desktop users can create call links or use a dial pad to dial numbers directly.
- Improved Video Quality: Enjoy higher-resolution video calls for both individual and group chats on mobile and desktop apps.
- Video Call Effects: Over ten effects, including underwater visuals and fun filters like puppy ears, are now available for video calls.
Update your app today to explore these exciting features!