WhatsApp, one of the world’s most popular messaging platforms, continues to introduce exciting new features, especially since it became part of Meta. The app, known for improving both regular and video calling experiences, has announced a significant update that will enhance the video call functionality. This update brings a variety of new filters and backgrounds for users to customize their video calls.
New Filters and Backgrounds for WhatsApp Video Calls
WhatsApp is rolling out 10 new filters and 10 new background options for video calls, further expanding its feature set. This move follows other recent additions, like the screen-sharing option, which launched in previous updates. These new tools aim to provide a more personalized and engaging video calling experience.
The 10 filter options available include:
- Warm
- Cool
- Black & White
- Light Leak
- Dreamy
- Refracted Light
- Fisheye
- Vintage TV
- Frosted Glass
- Duotone
Additionally, the 10 background options are designed to suit different moods and settings:
- Blurred
- Living Room
- Office
- Café
- Pebbles
- Gourmet
- Brush Strokes
- Beach
- Sunset
- Celebration
- Forest
These features will allow users to change the appearance of their video calls in a more dynamic way. Whether you’re in a casual call with friends or a professional meeting, you can choose a filter or background that fits the occasion. For instance, you can blur your surroundings for privacy or select a cozy living room background to create a more relaxed environment.
A Familiar Feature Now on WhatsApp
These kinds of filters and virtual backgrounds are familiar to users of other video conferencing platforms, such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams. WhatsApp, however, is now bringing them into the realm of personal messaging, making everyday video calls more fun and adaptable.
This new feature will be available for both one-on-one and group video calls, giving users flexibility across different interactions. To access it, once it becomes available in the coming weeks, you’ll simply need to tap the effect icons located at the top right corner of the video call screen. From there, you can explore and apply the filter or background of your choice.
What are your thoughts on these new features? Do you think they will improve your WhatsApp video calling experience? Feel free to share your comments and opinions.
