The WhatsApp messaging application has one of its most useful functions in video calls, since it allows us to communicate directly with any of our contacts face to face. In the coming weeks we will see a change that directly affects video calls on WhatsApp, which makes them much more enjoyable and fun.
Changes in WhatsApp video calls
From this point on, calls can be different thanks to the possibility of changing the background or adding a filter to achieve a different touch. This is what the messaging app announced on its official blog, so it’s not a rumor. WhatsApp will integrate filters to make this type of communication appear much more pleasant. Likewise, you will be able to place backgrounds in your calls so that they look different. This way you won’t have to show your background, if you want. WhatsApp is going to introduce 10 different filters and 10 backgrounds, and these are all the ones we’ll see again soon.
Filters for video calls
- Hot.
- Cold.
- Black and white.
- Light leak.
- Dream.
- Prismatic light.
- Fish eye.
- Retro television.
- Frosted glass.
- Your duo.
Backgrounds for video calls
- Get confused.
- Living room.
- Desk.
- Coffee.
- Pebbles.
- Gastronomy lover.
- Candy.
- Beach.
- Sunset.
- Celebration.
- Forest.
Likewise, WhatsApp will also integrate New retouching and low light features. The aim is to ensure that calls look much more natural and that the light fully adapts to the environment. This way the sensations will be much more pleasant. As announced on the blog, these improvements are not yet available and it will be a few weeks before users can start using them.
The impressive numbers of WhatsApp
WhatsApp is undoubtedly the most used messaging app in the world, with over 2.2 billion monthly active users. In Spain, it is estimated that there are around 33 million accounts, which reflects the huge impact this app has on people’s daily lives. From personal to professional levels, WhatsApp has become an essential tool for staying connected.
The launch of WhatsApp dates back to 2009, a time when installing apps was not as common an activity as it is today. Originally designed to send simple status notifications, It quickly became a full-fledged messaging platform. Its exponential growth and popularity attracted the attention of tech giants, leading to its acquisition by Facebook in 2014 for a staggering $10 billion, a record figure at the time.
Since then, WhatsApp has continued to innovate with features like voice messages, video calls, and the ability to create massive groups. Today he appears as one of the the most influential applications in the world, facilitate real-time communication and eliminate geographic barriers. Additionally, implementing end-to-end encryption has helped ensure conversations are secure, addressing growing privacy concerns.
