iOS users on WhatsApp can now share high-resolution pictures & videos in original quality
WhatsApp is unveiling a new feature for iOS users, allowing them to share photos and videos in their original quality without compression.
As per The Verge, the update, identified in the official changelog accompanying WhatsApp's 23.24.73 version on iOS, presents users with the option to «easily send original quality media as a file.»
This upgrade provides an alternative to the conventional compressed methods used by the messaging app.
How To Use It?
To use this feature, users can open a chat, tap the '+' icon, select 'Document,' choose 'Photo or Video,' and confirm by tapping the blue arrow. However, it's worth noting that previews of the media won't appear in the main chat interface, but recipients can view them by tapping into the sent files. The maximum file size allowed for this feature is 2GB.
While initially tested by a select group in November, the feature is now being rolled out to all iOS users over the coming weeks. This update follows a similar testing phase for Android users that commenced in September, indicating a forthcoming stable release for Android devices.
Earlier attempts to share high-resolution media on WhatsApp involved manual file extension changes or utilizing workarounds. This new update streamlines the process, offering a user-friendly way to share original quality media.
Earlier Updates
Previously, WhatsApp introduced an option for sending HD photos across iOS, Android, and desktop. However, this still involved some level of compression.
The current update takes a leap forward by enabling users to share media files without any compression, preserving the original quality. The changelog indicates a gradual rollout «over the coming weeks.»
This move by WhatsApp aligns with its ongoing
