WhatsApp can get channel functionality soonis similar to the popular feature available in Telegram. As shown WABetaInfo A preview of the tool can be seen in the latest update of the beta version of the messenger for Android on Saturday (13).
As in the competitor application, the innovation will allow the admin to post messages that will be distributed to all followers. Although there is no more information on this at the moment, it is possible to include texts, photos, videos and other types of files, as in traditional chats.
Screenshots shared by the broadcast, WhatsApp channels can get a green verified badgewill show a description and follower count, confirming its authenticity. It will even have a button to turn off notifications.
There is also information that a particular channel can be followed by anyone when it appears “publicly”, suggesting the existence of a global search engine similar to that of the rival messenger. If desired, the administrator can define it as “private”, allowing access only to selected users.
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The new WhatsApp feature will also have some shortcuts that will make it easier to follow, forward and share the channel. The other two highlighted buttons are the unfollow button and to notify the moderation team if any violations of the terms of service are detected.
Previews found at: WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.10.19is already available on the Google Play Store for those who are part of the messenger’s testing program. A stable version of the app will come later and will begin rolling out to testers soon, but there’s still no timeframe for that to happen.
Source: Tec Mundo
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