Post by account_disabled on Jan 29, 2024 7:29:59 GMT
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature to bring a file sharing system to the popular instant messaging platform, similar to Android's 'Nearby Share' and Apple's 'AirDrop' feature. WABetaInfo , a popular WhatsApp publication, has released a new feature in the latest WhatsApp Beta Update for Android 2.24.2.20 , which is available on the Google Play Store. This version of WhatsApp 'Sharby Nearby' allows users to send and receive encrypted files seamlessly with people nearby . WhatsApp to get its own Android-like "Nearby Share" feature source: WABetaInfo As seen in the screenshot above, WhatsApp users need to open this section to send and receive files and ensure secure sharing in close proximity.
Interestingly, users Fax Lists are required to shake their device to initiate a sharing request, while maintaining a controlled approach to file sharing. It should be noted that the sharing process is end-to-end encrypted, which means that the shared files remain secure even outside of the WhatsApp chat and in an unfamiliar network environment. “Implementing a feature on WhatsApp that allows users to share files with people nearby can offer a number of benefits, improve user experience and add significant value to the platform.
In particular, users can quickly share files with people nearby, making it ideal for situations where fast and direct transfers are needed. In addition, the phone number is always hidden for contacts, which ensures privacy and security in every file sharing. WABetaInfo reports. Currently, a new file sharing feature with nearby people is under development and will be available in a future update of the app. Recently, WhatsApp added more features to its one-way broadcast feature, Channels, such as voice notes and polls, adding up to 15 additional admins and sharing channel updates as Status as WhatsApp to engage users and channel admins.
Interestingly, users Fax Lists are required to shake their device to initiate a sharing request, while maintaining a controlled approach to file sharing. It should be noted that the sharing process is end-to-end encrypted, which means that the shared files remain secure even outside of the WhatsApp chat and in an unfamiliar network environment. “Implementing a feature on WhatsApp that allows users to share files with people nearby can offer a number of benefits, improve user experience and add significant value to the platform.
In particular, users can quickly share files with people nearby, making it ideal for situations where fast and direct transfers are needed. In addition, the phone number is always hidden for contacts, which ensures privacy and security in every file sharing. WABetaInfo reports. Currently, a new file sharing feature with nearby people is under development and will be available in a future update of the app. Recently, WhatsApp added more features to its one-way broadcast feature, Channels, such as voice notes and polls, adding up to 15 additional admins and sharing channel updates as Status as WhatsApp to engage users and channel admins.