Previously, it was only possible to join a group call in WhatsApp when the call was made for the first time and the phone rang.
WhatsApp is rolling out a new joinable calls feature which will let users join group calls after they’ve started, the Facebook-owned company announced Monday.
The new feature means you’ll be able to join a call with your friends and family when you’re ready, similar to what you can do with a group Zoom or Google Meet call right now.
Given the massive popularity of WhatsApp, this could be a useful feature for many people who communicate over the messaging service.
You can get an idea of how the interface for hopping onto calls works in the image below it looks like you’ll just need to tap a join button.
There’s also a new call info screen so that you can see who is currently on the call and who is invited but hasn’t joined yet.
Joinable calls will still be end-to-end encrypted according to the social media giant.
The new joinable calls feature starts rolling out on Monday.
