Exciting Update: WhatsApp May Soon Let You Share Files Nearby, Just Like Apple’s AirDrop!

New Delhi: Here’s some great news for WhatsApp users! The messaging app is gearing up to introduce a cool new feature that lets Android users share files with people nearby, similar to Apple’s AirDrop. The upcoming update, version 2.24.2.20, is currently making its way through the Google Play Beta Program.

Although the feature is not live for beta testers just yet, a sneak peek from WhatsApp feature tracker WABetaInfo gives us a glimpse of what’s in store. The app will soon have an option that says, “Share files with people nearby,” along with a list of nearby users. Exciting, right?

Now, what makes it even cooler is that you can make yourself visible for file sharing without revealing your phone number to non-contacts. To kick off the file-sharing fun, you’ll just need nearby users to accept your request. And here’s a fun twist – you can shake your device to receive incoming share requests. Plus, rest assured, the feature comes with end-to-end encryption to keep your privacy intact.

While we eagerly wait for this file-sharing magic, the current WhatsApp beta for Android, version 2.24.2.20, comes with a fix for a camera bug. Some users faced issues launching the camera after a recent update, but worry not – the latest update takes care of that. Now, you can happily resume sharing photos and videos with your contacts without any hiccups.

As WhatsApp keeps bringing exciting features and addressing bugs, users can expect an even better messaging experience on the platform. Stay tuned for the upcoming update and get ready to share files nearby effortlessly!