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WhatsApp Enhances Group Video Calls with Browser Access and Call Transfer Features

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 28, 2026

What happened

WhatsApp is rolling out major upgrades to group video calls, including browser-based calling, seamless call transfers between devices, a waiting room feature, and enhanced audio and video quality. These updates, maintaining end-to-end encryption, will soon be available to all users and aim to simplify and improve video communication.

01WhatsApp enables voice and video calls directly from its web browser with full features.
02New Call Transfer lets users switch active group calls between devices without disconnecting.
03A Waiting Room feature requires host approval for participants joining via a link.
04QuickHD delivers high-definition video within seconds of call start.
05Advanced noise filtering improves call audio clarity by reducing background sounds.
06All updates maintain WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption and will roll out soon to all users.

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