There are some limitations when using the first beta for multiple device support in WhatsApp, and we let you know.
The truth is that being able to use the same WhatsApp account on multiple devices is a big step forward, not easy to implement technologically, and that’s why Facebook has been working on this feature for some time, and we might have a first beta. to watch over the next few weeks, although it will arrive limited.
And is that thanks to the function of supporting multiple devices in WhatsApp, it will allow us to link multiple devices, it seems up to four, and use them at the same time. This will allow us to have much more freedom to use our account on another of our mobile phones, computers or any other terminal compatible with the application.
Now from wabetainfo, details have been given on the first beta that will allow us to use this multi-device feature before everyone else, although it looks like it will be limited compared to what will be seen in the release. stable in the future.
According to the information disseminated, this first version of the multi-device functionality would have these characteristics and limitations:
Paired devices can work without an active internet connection on the main device. However, the main device can be disconnected from the Internet for up to two months. We can connect, in principle, up to four devices. Supported devices include WhatsApp web, WhatsApp desktop, and Facebook portal. Voice calls and video calls would work on paired devices. Note that you will not be able to send messages or call people with an outdated version of the app. As a beta feature, performance and quality could be affected.
As you can see, this first screenshot of accessing this beta feature that we invite you to use if you are part of said app testing program has also transcended, as it looks like the stable version will not arrive. not in the short term.
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