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- WhatsApp has announced several new features inspired by tools from Meta’s other platforms.
- Camera effects from video calls are now available for photos and videos taken directly in chats.
- Quick reactions and selfie stickers have been added to make responding and creating stickers easier.
WhatsApp, one of the world’s most popular messaging platforms, has unveiled a set of playful new features designed to enhance the chatting experience. These updates, which borrow some inspiration from Meta’s other platforms, include camera effects, selfie stickers, and quick reactions.
The first update comes to the camera effects feature, which is now expanding the tools previously available only in WhatsApp video calls. Users can now apply a range of 30 backgrounds, filters, and effects when taking photos or videos directly within WhatsApp chats.