Longer audio notes can now be recorded and shared via status updates with WhatsApp for iOS and Android users who have the most recent upgrades installed. By extending the duration of each voice note to a maximum of one minute, this feature enables users to publish their updates without requiring multiple recordings.
We referred to in our article regarding the WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.10.10.74 upgrade that WhatsApp was going to start allowing users to share one-minute movies through status updates. WhatsApp hopes to provide users more control over their sharing experience by implementing this update, which would free them from the 30-second limit and enable them to share more moments and tales with their friends.
Common questions | Answers |
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Name of the feature? | Voice status updates – 1 minute long |
Status? | Rolling out |
Compatibility? | Latest versions of WhatsApp for iOS and Android are compatible updates. |
I’ve installed this update but I don’t have this feature. Why? | This feature is available to some users, and it is rolling out to more users over the coming days. |
Thanks: | Akan, for testing and reporting. |
Previous news? | WhatsApp news of the week: default chat theme feature on iOS! |
With the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.6 update, WhatsApp also made the same enhancements available to a select group of beta testers, guaranteeing that users on both the iOS and Android platforms would be able to take advantage of the same feature—namely, the sharing of videos up to one minute in length through status updates.
As shown by the screenshot that is attached, some users can now take use of new features that allow them to record and send longer audio messages with their contacts when sharing voice notes through status updates. In particular, WhatsApp is extending its capabilities to include audio status updates by introducing the one-minute voice note tool. It is crucial to remember that in order to hear longer voice messages shared through status updates, you might need to update your version of WhatsApp.
Longer voice notes can be recorded and shared, which, in our opinion, removes the need for users to divide their thoughts into several shorter recordings.
Longer voice notes can be recorded and shared, which, in our opinion, removes the need for users to divide their thoughts into several shorter recordings. For individuals who often exchange audio updates with their contacts, this improves communication and saves time and effort. We think the purpose of this function is to enable users to communicate updates in a voice note that is continuous, so the message is more coherent and understandable.
Some users who install the most recent versions of WhatsApp for iOS from the App Store and WhatsApp for Android from the Google Play Store can record and share audio notes up to one minute long for status updates.