WhatsApp’s new update April 2020, now allows 8 users in audio, video calls
The latest WhatsApp beta update 2020 hints that the Facebook-owned firm is set to increase the limits for audio and video group calling to allow more participants.
According to digging by the WhatsApp experts, WABetaInfo, the latest v2.2.128 build drops major hints that we’ll see increased limits for video and audio calling in a future build. This comes at a perfect time for the 2 billion monthly users of the messaging platform, as the COVID-19 has seen many nations essentially lockdown and come to a standstill in a bid to curb the spread of the illness.
[Update 04/21]: Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta update and digging by the guys over at WABetaInfo, the new group calling limit looks to have been increased from 4 to 8. That might not match Google Hangouts or even Facebook Messenger, but it’s a solid increase. It’s also worth noting that the limits have not yet been increased. WABetaInfo has simply found a new UI in the 2.20.133 beta build for adding up to 8 concurrent callers in a group call.
With more people using WhatsApp to take and make group calls with friends and family, having an increased limit will be a massive bonus addition to the already solid app experience. The current limit for group calling on WhatsApp is four concurrent participants.
This increased limit will only be available if all callers are using the update according to the code strings, meaning that you’ll have to ensure all participants keep their app updated regularly. Unfortunately, WABetaInfo was unable to specify the new limit, but any increase at this stage is definitely welcome.
Not only are we expecting group calling limits to be increased, but WhatsApp is also working on a new call header within the app. This is already rolling out with the v2.20.129 update for Android but has already been available since the v2.20.50.23 on iOS. The header notifies you that your calls are end-to-end encrypted during your calls.
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