TECHNOLOGY

WhatsApp expands its group call capacity

By Akash Pandey

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Details

WhatsApp has expanded its group call capacity via a new update that removes the previous limitation on starting group calls with only 15 participants.

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New limit

Now, users can directly invite up to 31 participants to a WhatsApp group call. This feature is expected to enhance the group calling experience, making it more efficient for connecting.

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Previously

WhatsApp group calls had the ability to accommodate up to 32 participants prior to the update too. However, only 15 participants could be initially invited.

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Time delays

Earlier, after initiating a call with 15 participants, WhatsApp call organizer had to send invitations to the remaining participants later, causing inconvenience and delays in meetings.

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Availability

Currently, the updated group call feature is only accessible to Android beta testers. It is anticipated that the increased participant limit will be available to all users before the end of this year.

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