Sharing your device’s screen is one of the best ways for you to collaborate with your colleagues. If you’re giving a presentation or just sharing a new photo, it’s extremely easy and convenient to do so through screen sharing. While it’s a useful tool, it looks like the company is making it better. WhatsApp might let you share audio while screen sharing.
This news comes from an APK deep-dive performed by Android Authority. The publication found code hidden within the latest beta version of the app that hints at this feature coming eventually. Since we’re talking about a hidden unannounced feature, you’ll want to take this news with a grain of salt. There’s no guarantee that WhatsApp will release this feature to the public. Just keep your fingers crossed.
WhatsApp could let you share your device’s audio while screen sharing
WhatsApp has a robust beta testing program that’s full to the brim with people. Many of them get access to new and experimental features that the company is working on. In the latest beta version of the app, folks at Android Authority found some strings pointing to the ability to stream audio along with video when screen sharing.
The strings read:
New: Listen to video and music audio together
When you screen share, audio you play on your device will also be shared with people in your call.
That’s a pretty straightforward description, and it’s good news for people who constantly share their screens. If you’re trying to share a video with your friends through the app, then they’ll be able to hear what you’re listening to as well.
Right now, we don’t know when or if WhatsApp plans on bringing this feature to the public. It’s likely that the company will, as it’s a pretty sought-after feature. Since it was discovered in the beta version of the app, it might be a while before you can see for yourself.
2023-12-02 15:05:21