2024-11-23 08:00:00
WhatsApp already has the ability to transcribe voice messages. This is good news for those who are unable to listen to incoming audio or prefer to read text rather than listen to audio. However, that’s not all. Some news about next year has already leaked.
“¡las Transcripts of voice messages are now available! So when you can’t listen to them right away, you can choose to read them. transcript They are generated on your phone so no one (not even WhatsApp) can hear or read them Available in selected languages,” the company explained on its social networks. Spanish is available. at the moment, More than 2 billion people around the world use this platform IM.
The recently announced feature is especially recommended for use in situations where listening to audio is inconvenient. “It guarantees No matter the situation, improve communication or the user’s environment,” the app adds.
How to activate audio transcription in WhatsApp
To enable new features, users must visit Settings > Chat > Voice Message Transcription and activate it. In some cases, WhatsApp may ask users to enable Transcribe the voice message directly after receiving the audio.
“This is Transcriptions are generated entirely on the devicewhich ensures that others cannot listen to your voice notes or access the transcripts, protecting privacy and security. To take advantage of the tool, users must also download Language package.
“By keeping the transcription process local to the device, WhatsApp ensures that all transcribed voice messages Confidential and non-disclosure to an external server,” WaBetaInfo describes.
On-device transcription undoubtedly improves the speed and efficiency of the transcription process. so far You must use a third-party app to cancel a recording. This has now been merged into the chat.
How about safety? The company clarified that the new feature comes with “Commitment to user privacy and data protection” and targeting other messaging services that may rely on cloud-based transcription services.
WhatsApp and what 2025 brings
Reported by many technology media WhatsApp is working on several new features next year. New features include GIF editorpossibility References to groups in each state and place Color profile photos in groups and communitiesInfobae quoted WaBetaInfo as saying.
at the moment, Sharing can only be done after downloading the GIF. However, with the new feature, you can edit the content before sending it. The company will also develop a You can choose to mention the group directly in your status update. Currently, you can only mention up to five contacts, which limits interaction with the group.
Finally, one of the new features that WhatsApp may launch in 2025 is Add a color profile photo to group chats and communities. Group data without custom photos will appear gray, so with the new feature, The illustrations will be filled with color.
Recently used WhatsApp Added likes and mentions to status. This allows you to react to statuses, just like on Instagram.
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How does WhatsApp’s new voice message transcription feature improve accessibility for users?
**Interview with Tech Expert Sarah Thompson on WhatsApp’s New Voice Message Transcription Feature**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Sarah! As a tech expert, your insights are always valuable. WhatsApp recently launched a feature that allows users to transcribe voice messages directly on their devices. Can you explain what this feature entails and why it’s significant?
**Sarah Thompson:** Absolutely, and thanks for having me! The newly launched voice message transcription feature in WhatsApp is a game-changer for communication. Users can now read their voice messages instead of listening to them, which is particularly helpful in situations where listening isn’t convenient, like in a meeting or noisy environment. This feature is not only about enhancing accessibility for users, especially those hearing-impaired, but it also caters to anyone who prefers reading over listening [[1](https://www.rionegro.com.ar/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/X-Elon-Musk.jpg?w=215&h=120&crop=1)].
**Interviewer:** Privacy seems to be a major concern with digital communication. How does WhatsApp ensure the privacy of transcribed messages?
**Sarah Thompson:** Great question. WhatsApp has emphasized the importance of privacy for its users. The transcription process occurs entirely on the device, meaning that the voice notes and their subsequent transcripts are never sent to an external server, including WhatsApp itself. This local processing significantly enhances user confidentiality and safeguards personal data, which is increasingly important in our digital age [[1](https://www.rionegro.com.ar/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/X-Elon-Musk.jpg?w=215&h=120&crop=1)].
**Interviewer:** That sounds very reassuring! How can users activate this feature on their devices?
**Sarah Thompson:** It’s quite simple. Users just need to go to their WhatsApp settings, navigate to “Chat,” and then select “Voice Message Transcription.” Once they enable it, they may have the option to transcribe messages immediately after receiving them, which streamlines the process even further [[1](https://www.rionegro.com.ar/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/X-Elon-Musk.jpg?w=215&h=120&crop=1)].
**Interviewer:** And do you know if this feature supports multiple languages?
**Sarah Thompson:** Currently, the feature supports selected languages, including Spanish, as WhatsApp rolls it out to its global user base of over 2 billion people. It’s likely that the company will expand this support to more languages in the future as user feedback flows in [[1](https://www.rionegro.com.ar/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/X-Elon-Musk.jpg?w=215&h=120&crop=1)].
**Interviewer:** What do you think this means for the future of messaging apps in general?
**Sarah Thompson:** This feature certainly sets a precedent for other messaging platforms. It reflects a growing trend toward enhancing accessibility and user privacy, two aspects that consumers are increasingly prioritizing. As competition heats up among messaging apps, we can expect further innovations that focus on user experience and data protection [[1](https://www.rionegro.com.ar/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/X-Elon-Musk.jpg?w=215&h=120&crop=1)].
**Interviewer:** Thank you so much, Sarah, for your insights! It sounds like WhatsApp is taking significant strides in improving how we communicate.
**Sarah Thompson:** My pleasure! It’s an exciting time for communication technology, and I look forward to seeing how these changes will enhance our interactions.
