WhatsApp beta for Windows gets a feature to control input and output devices
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update for the Windows native app through the official beta channel on the Microsoft Store, bringing the version up to 2.2401.0.0.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to control input and output devices, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Control input and output devices |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Windows 2.2401.0.0 is a compatible update. |
| I have the same update but I don't have this feature. Why? | This feature is available to some beta testers. If you don't have this feature, please wait for a future update. |
| Thanks: | Sc, AnonymousWP, rubiokarim, Hypogriff, and Saadh Jawwadh, for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.1.17: what’s new? This is a bug-fix update that addresses a crash with deleting and forwarding status updates! |
CONTROL INPUT AND OUTPUT DEVICES
After implementing a feature to allow users to disable emoji replacement as they type, WhatsApp keeps working on improving the desktop app by implementing new feature to provide them with greater control over their experience. Specifically, after installing the latest WhatsApp beta for Windows 2.2401.0.0 update from the Microsoft Store, some beta testers may be able to explore new settings to help them control input and output devices.
As you can see in this screenshot, a new option within the app settings may be available to some users and it allows them to finely tune and manage their preferred input and output devices. With this added functionality, users can select their desired camera, microphone, and speaker configurations directly within the WhatsApp for Windows app, enabling them to choose between integrated and external devices. In the past, users had to open the system settings to configure their input and output devices for WhatsApp, which could be a complicated process. With the introduction of this new feature, the need to navigate through the system settings is eliminated, providing a more efficient experience for users.
We believe that implementing a feature in WhatsApp for Windows that allows users to control input and output devices, such as the camera, microphone, and speakers can offer users a better personalized experience. This customization ensures that users can always use their preferred high-quality peripherals that suit their preferences and requirements. This can result in improved audio and video quality as users can select high-quality microphones and speakers for clearer audio, and better cameras for sharper video, leading to better overall call quality.
The feature to control input and output devices is available to some beta testers who install the latest WhatsApp beta for Windows update released on the Microsoft Store. If you don't see this update on the Microsoft Store, please note that it will be rolled out to more users over the coming days.
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