New Delhi: Communication app WhatsApp is planning to bring its own set of animated emoji for users to replace those from iOS and Android. As per the report, the company is working and experimenting with its own animated emoji that could be similar to those of its competitor Telegram.
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WhatsApp users will have animated emoji feature
According to Wabetainfo, the company is developing animated emoji using the Lottie library. The feature will improve the messaging experience for users by providing more options to use emoji to enhance the quality of conversations and express emotions in a more appropriate way.
“WhatsApp is focused on improving the quality of life of its users by introducing new features and enhancing existing ones. One such feature that will enhance the messaging experience of the users is the ability to share animated emoji.
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What is the Lottie used by WhatsApp for animation?
WhatsApp upcoming animated emoji will be designed using Lottie, a customized library that lets designers easily create animations. These animations are small in size, and it is possible to change their proportions without losing quality.
WhatsApp upgraded security features in the app
The company on April 13 announced the addition of three security features – account security, device verification and automatic security codes – to the app to provide additional layers of privacy and more control over messages.
account protect
The Account Protect feature will provide additional security to your device in case you need to switch your WhatsApp account to a new device. From now on, WhatsApp may ask you to verify on your old device should you wish to take this step as an additional security check.
device verification
Mobile device malware is one of the biggest threats to people’s privacy and security today as it can take advantage of your phone without your permission and use your WhatsApp to send unwanted messages.
automatic security code
Our most security conscious users have always been able to take advantage of our Security Code Verification feature, which helps to ensure that you are chatting with the intended recipient.