WhatsApp will soon add voice calls within its application

Following the controversial acquisition of WhatsApp Messenger, the popular app has just announced that voice calls will be included on the platform by the end of this year.

The messaging app , which was acquired by Facebook for approximately $19.000 billion, announced that it will integrate voice calling initially for iPhone and Android . This integration is expected to launch in the second quarter of this year, according to comments made by Founder and CEO Jan Koum.

On the other hand, during the Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona , ​​Koum stated that:

"During its growth in Russia, it could be seen how the acquisition of a telephone line meant that some of its neighbors who did not have telephone service would use it. In this way, it became a shared resource for the entire apartment complex. Where neighbors would go to their home to make calls to their relatives in other cities . "

That's why today: "We're adding voice calls to WhatsApp, so people can stay in touch with friends and loved ones, no matter where they are in the world." They emphasized that users will soon have one of the best products available for both messaging and voice calls.

As you may recall, last weekend WhatsApp experienced several service outages for a few hours worldwide, prompting many users to download alternative apps. The app was eventually restored, with authorities indicating that some of the outages were due to server issues.

Currently, the app appears unchanged and remains free, much to the relief of some users. We will, however, keep you updated on any changes to this popular and useful application.

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