The instant messaging platform "WhatsApp" has released a new beta update for Android users that brings the feature "convert voice messages to text." This feature will allow users to read the content of voice messages through the written text displayed by the app alongside those messages. The new feature was spotted in the latest beta version of the "WhatsApp" app on Android, enabling users to choose 5 languages they want to convert their voice messages into. This feature will work with all incoming and outgoing voice messages while maintaining end-to-end encryption to ensure message privacy.
Initially, the new feature may be available in a limited number of countries due to the small number of supported languages. However, the company may add more languages later on. Currently, the feature supports English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, and Hindi. It is important to note that this feature will operate on the same devices based on the speech-to-text conversion mechanism supported by the operating system, meaning that audio clips will not be uploaded to the company's servers, and no third party will be allowed to listen to voice messages or read the written text.
This feature is ideal for messages sent in a language that is difficult to understand when listened to, or messages sent in unfamiliar dialects. It will also benefit users who cannot listen to messages for any reason or who suffer from hearing impairments. Users can try the new feature in the beta version of "WhatsApp," and a public update for all users is expected to be released soon after the completion of the experimental phase of this feature.
