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Whatsapp roles out video calling feature

WhatsApp has announced video calling feature to its app, which will go live on Android, iOS and Windows devices over the next couple of days. WhatsApp video calls were part of the Android public beta app for those who had signed up, but it is now coming out of beta and ready for all users. WhatsApp has promised the feature will start rolling out by tonight, and all video-calls made on the app will be end-to-end encrypted just like messages and voice-calls.

The new service could strain Indian telecom networks struggling to provide speeds sought by customers of data services.

WhatsApp follows local rival Hike to launch video calling in India. The messaging service owned by social network Facebook will also compete with Skype and Google Duo.

The video call option will show in the Calls tab. You’ll see a video symbol, next to the regular phone call symbol. Just tap on that to make a video call; do note your friend will need to be on the upgraded version of the app with the video calling feature for them to receive the call. Also, you can’t make video calls on groups.

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