The tech giant has also claimed that WhatsApp now loads faster on the new Windows desktop. The programme is created with an interface similar to WhatsApp and Windows users.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday introduced a new WhatsApp programme for Windows, which would enable users connect up to 8 individuals on a group video conference.

Also, users of the new programme will be able to have audio conferences on their desktop with up to 32 participants.

“releasing a fresh Windows desktop version of WhatsApp. You may now have voice conversations with up to 32 individuals and E2E encrypted video calls with up to 8 people “When he announced the news on his official Facebook profile, Zuckerberg stated.

Also, the tech behemoth said that WhatsApp now loads more quickly on the updated Windows desktop. Users of Windows and WhatsApp will be used to the app’s UI.

In response to user criticism, Meta said, “Since providing expanded multi-device capabilities, we’ve listened to feedback and implemented enhancements like quicker device connection and better synchronisation between devices, as well as additional features like link previews and stickers.” The business also claimed that it has included new features including link previews and stickers, as well as quicker device connection and improved device synchronisation.

Meta said that these restrictions will be raised over time to ensure that users could always use WhatsApp to communicate with their friends, family, and coworkers.

“The most popular platform for end-to-end encrypted messaging that enables cross-platform communication between mobile devices, laptops, tablets, and more is WhatsApp. This indicates that all of your personal calls, media, and communications are always end-to-end encrypted “said the tech behemoth.

According to the Zuckerberg-led Meta, the Mac desktop version of WhatsApp, which is presently in development, will be released.

The tech firm also revealed two new improvements for WhatsApp’s Groups function earlier this week, adding new admin tools and letting users quickly identify groups they have in common.

Written by Saurabh Tamhane

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