3 new WhatsApp features to start off 2021 with

WhatsApp is getting some new features once the new year rolls in and they are pretty handy.

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WhatsApp is all set to get some new features once 2021 rolls in. Of course, the Facebook-owned messaging platform keeps adding handy features to its repertoire, and there are many in the pipeline, here are three features that are going to come very soon.

1. The ability to paste multiple items on chat

According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp's beta for iOS 2.21.10.23 is the first beta dedicated to the new year and brings with it the capability to to paste multiple images and videos into WhatsApp. WABetaInfo added that once this feature rolls out, users can select multiple images or videos from their photo gallery and tap on ‘Export' and ‘Copy'. Now, when you open WhatsApp and paste the content in the chat bar, all the images/videos will be captured from WhatsApp and be ready to send to whoever you want.

2. Audio and video calling on WhatsApp on browser and desktop

For all those people who use WhatsApp on the desktop, the good news is the audio and video call feature is coming to the desktop soon. Just like the WhatsAapp calls on your smartphone, you will be able to do exactly the same thing online. However, WhatsApp is going to go in for a limited launch of this feature in beta next year and even the call buttons will have the beta labels.

3. Update to WhatsApp Terms and Privacy Policy

All WhatsApp users will have to agree to the new Terms and Privacy Policy and if you fail to do so, you might have to delete your account on WhatsApp. As spotted by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp will update their terms of service starting February 8, though this date might be subject to change.