CALIFORNIA (Kashmir English): Popular Meta-owned instant-messaging platform, WhatsApp is working on an exciting new feature that will allow users to share motion photos in individual chats and groups as well as channels in an effort to bridge the gap between photos and videos.
Motion photos are a type of media format that captures a brief moment of movement before and after a photo is taken.
Motion photos on WhatsApp!
Motion photos, unlike traditional images, include a few seconds of audio and video, providing an immersive way to capture memories.
The popular platform has announced the new feature in its latest beta for Android 2.25.8.12 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, said WABetaInfo.
This feature is particularly popular on certain mobile devices, as it bridges the gap between photos and videos by combining static images with short video clips. It will also add a touch of animation to snapshots.
These motion photos, often saved in specialised formats, allow users to relive moments with a single tap, expanding the app’s media-sharing capabilities.
Users can expect a new button to be displayed specifically for motion photos when they attempt to open the gallery sheet
This button will provide users the option to choose to send static images or motion photo version, if available.
It is worth noting that the motion photo-sharing feature is still in development. It is expected to be compatible with both individual and group chats, as well as channels.
Additionally, recipients will automatically view the motion photo in its animated form, even if the feature is not supported on their device. Meanwhile, for iOS users, these motion photos will likely appear as Live Photos, according to details.
