TechSoftwareAppsWhatsApp is finally getting the voice note upgrade you’ve been waiting forHandy WhatsApp update could fix voice note burnoutWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.

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Handy WhatsApp update could fix voice note burnout

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WhatsApp has been hard at work introducingmultiple upgradesto its voice messaging functionality. Now, it looks set to introduce its best update yet in a move that could see users finally given the ability to play voice notes in the background.

If you’re a regular user of voice notes, then you’ll be aware of the minuscule frustrations that arise from having to listen to a voice message without being able to switch away from the open chat. It’s not only annoying, but it often means sitting through friends' voice notes that are sometimes more akin to podcasts than concise verbal exchanges. Thankfully, that could soon be a thing of the past.

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According toWABetaInfo, WhatsApp users will soon be able to play voice notes in the background, meaning you can multi-task and crack on with the day’s duties whilst still being able to listen to your voice messages. Because let’s be clear: even what may be perceived as short WhatsApp voice notes can be laborious, particularly if you need to be responding to other people at the same time.

Currently, users have to remain inside the chat window to listen to the note, but this update would enable you to still play the voice note and exit that particular chat window. This is actually a very important tweak and one of those features that would benefit every single user of the app, letting you check or reply to other chats or group conversations.

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