WhatsApp updates voice notes in Status to last a minute

WhatsApp is now rolling out a new version of the voice notes functionality in Status to allow users to post up to 1-minute long recordings. A single voice note of up to 1 minute can go as Status, so if you want to share more information or express yourself beyond that limit, you can post multiple voice notes that play in continuity. The new update is available on Android and iOS apps for everyone, meaning you do not have to be a beta tester to access longer voice notes.

Longer voice notes in WhatsApp

When launched, the Status feature became quickly popular, allowing users to share tidbits about their lives and what’s happening around them conveniently. While photos and videos were made available initially, voice recordings came later. You could send a voice note of up to 30 seconds long until now, but several users demanded they needed more time to finish what they wanted to say. WhatsApp, which is quite attentive to user feedback, acknowledged the problem users were facing. The latest WhatsApp update for Android and iOS implements the feedback.

According to the WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is rolling out the 1-minute-long feature for voice notes in Status updates. It could eliminate the need to split voice messages up to 1-minute long into two shorter recordings. It could also prevent interruptions between two shorter voice recordings, making the experience seamless. However, you will still have to post multiple voice notes if the recording is beyond 1 minute. Alternatively, you can combine voice and text to convey your messages or share your feelings through WhatsApp Status.

How to share a voice note in WhatsApp Status?

• On Android and iOS, go to the Updates tab at the bottom of the WhatsApp app. This is where all the status and channel updates are available.
• Tap your profile picture with a plus mark to add a new status and choose Text on iOS, while on Android, look for the pencil icon towards the bottom-right corner of the app’s screen and tap it.
• In the text mode, choose the microphone option by tapping the mic icon at the bottom. This will begin recording your voice, much like it does inside a chat. You can also swipe up the mic icon to lock the recording process for longer voice notes.
• A preview of the recording will be available on the screen for you to review. If all is good, go ahead and share the voice recording as your Status.