WhatsApp launches guest calling for users without accounts

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• [● 3 SOURCES] Guests join via a web browser using an invitation link and must be approved by the host from a waiting room. innovation-village.com · www.macrumors.com · www.xataka.com.mx
• [● 3 SOURCES] Guests can use features such as screen sharing, the 'raise hand' function, and specific emoji reactions. innovation-village.com · www.macrumors.com · www.xataka.com.mx
• [● 3 SOURCES] WhatsApp is developing a calendar plugin to allow call link generation within Google and Outlook calendars later this year. innovation-village.com · www.macrumors.com · www.xataka.com.mx
• [● 2 SOURCES] Calls are free, end-to-end encrypted, and have no time limits. www.macrumors.com · www.xataka.com.mx
• [● 2 SOURCES] The platform supports up to 32 participants in a single call. www.macrumors.com · www.xataka.com.mx
• [● 3 SOURCES] WhatsApp has introduced a guest calling feature that allows individuals without a registered account to join voice and video calls. innovation-village.com · www.macrumors.com · www.xataka.com.mx
• [● 3 SOURCES] Guests cannot view other participants' phone numbers, send text messages, or invite additional members. innovation-village.com · www.macrumors.com · www.xataka.com.mx
• [● 3 SOURCES] The service is introducing usernames to allow users to avoid sharing their phone numbers.
• [● 3 SOURCES] Guests can participate in individual or group calls, share screens, use a hand-raise function, and use reaction symbols.
• [● 3 SOURCES] Guests are restricted from starting calls, sending messages, or adding other participants.
• [● 3 SOURCES] Guests access calls via an invitation link through a supported web browser.
• [● 3 SOURCES] WhatsApp has introduced a guest function allowing people without an account to join calls.