WhatsAppthe popular instant messaging app, does not stop in innovation. There have been rumors for some time about a feature that allows users to share files without needing an Internet connectionsimilar to Apple’s AirDrop. Now, it seems that this feature is closer than ever to reaching iPhone users.
“Nearby Share” has been discovered in the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS available on TestFlightaccording to a publication of WaBetaInfoWith it, users will be able to share photos, videos and documents with people nearby wirelessly and securely, using an end-to-end encrypted connection.
WhatsApp will allow sharing files without depending on the Internet
As it has become known, So far this feature works depending on the operating system. On Android the app can detect nearby devices automatically. Instead, On iOS, users will need to scan a QR code to initiate the file transfer.
On iOS users will need to scan a QR code to initiate the file transfer.
Despite this difference, Nearby Share is expected to be compatible between iOS and Androidwhich will facilitate the transfer of files between users with different operating systems.
The ability to share files with people nearby without the need for an internet connection on WhatsApp represents a major advancement in the file transfer experience. Thus, It will be beneficial for sending large files such as high-resolution photos, videos and documents, particularly in areas with poor or no network coverage.where traditional use of WhatsApp is not viable.
Although The feature is already in beta versionfor now it is only available for internal testing. WhatsApp has not yet revealed when it will be available to all users.
However, The arrival of “Nearby Share” represents an important step for the application, getting closer to the functionality of AirDrop and offering users a new way to share files quickly and securely.
WhatsApp is not resting on its laurels
It is worth noting that WhatsApp continues to add new features to improve the experience of its users. Just a few weeks ago, the company belonging to Meta announced Events, a function that allows us to organize, as its name suggests, an event with all the participants in the chat, offering details about it.
While recently, it was confirmed that WhatsApp plans to introduce a new feature to translate chat messages on iOS and Android, with the obvious advantages that this implies in communication.
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