While WhatsApp has made our lives easier, for countless users, the struggle has been real: wanting to make a quick call but having to save the number first. It looks like this cumbersome process, a relic of the app’s early days, may finally fade off. The Meta-owned app is said to be testing a new in-app dialer feature currently being tested by a select group of Android beta users.
According to a report from WaBetaInfo, the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.9.28 update integrates a new in-app dialer into the Calls tab. It appeara as a user-friendly floating action button. With a simple tap, users can access a keypad to enter the desired number and initiate the call directly, eliminating the unnecessary step of saving the contact or manually going through chats.
The introduction of the in-app dialer is a clear sign of WhatsApp’s commitment to user experience. The benefits of this feature go beyond mere convenience. Privacy-conscious users who hesitate to save every fleeting contact can now make calls without having to save the number.
Those having Business accounts on WhatsApp can also leverage this feature for one-time calls with clients or colleagues, maintaining a clear separation between personal and professional contacts.
