WhatsApp may finally allow iPhone users to share Live Photos with sound and motion

WhatsApp is now bringing the support for Apple’s Live Photos with the latest iOS beta, allowing users to share images with both movement and sound. The new feature, spotted in the version 25.24.10.72 of the WhatsApp beta via TestFlight, currently allows a limited group of testers and will expand to more users in the coming weeks, as per WaBetaInfo report.

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Till now, if the users shared the Live Photos on WhatsApp, it was reduced to the static images or shared as GIFs, which basically stripped away sound and smooth playback. But now, Live Photos retain their full format, complete with audio and motion, making them feel more authentic. A small Live Photo icon will now appear on the thumbnail, and users can press a dedicated button to view the photo in live mode. If saved, the photo remains a Live Photo in the iOS Photos app, preserving the dynamic memory across platforms.

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This update will also enhance cross platform compatibility. iOS Live Photos sent to Android devices will appear as motion photos, while motion photos from Android will display as Live Photos on iOS. This reduces the fragmentation and ensures users on both platforms enjoy the intended experience.

The Meta owned instant messaging is also giving users the control over how these photos are shared. The new toggle in gallery and drawing editor lets them strip away motion and send the image as a regular still photo if preferred. However, it must be noted that the feature is limited to select beta testers and the rollout of Live Photos support may debut to the public in the coming weeks with upcoming update.

“If users prefer, they can remove the motion and send the photo just like a regular still image. Specifically, a new option in the gallery sheet, located next to the HD send toggle, lets users disable the motion with a single tap,” the report added.

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