WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature called Missed Call Messages, which acts like a modern voicemail. The holidays are a busy time packed with catching up with loved ones and sometimes you may not catch someone right away. If they don’t answer, you can now record a voice or video note, depending on the call type, in one tap for them to listen to later. This new approach will make voicemails a thing of the past.Here’s a step-by-step guide to using it.
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Step-by-step guide
1. Update WhatsApp
- Make sure you’re running the latest version of WhatsApp on your phone.
- The feature is being rolled out globally, so check your app store for updates.
2. Place a call
- Initiate a voice or video call as usual.
- If the recipient doesn’t answer, the call will end with a “Missed Call” screen.
3. Look for the missed call message option
- After the call is missed, WhatsApp will show an option to leave a voice or video note.
- This appears directly on the call screen, so you don’t need to navigate back into the chat window.
4. Record your note
- Tap the microphone icon to record a voice note.
- Tap the camera icon to record a video note.
- Keep it short and clear—these notes are designed for quick updates.
5. Send automatically
- Once recorded, the note is attached to the missed call notification.
- The recipient can play it back later, just like a regular voice or video message.