WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows iOS users to add audio notes as their status. Here's how to utilize the new functionality.

Last month, WhatsApp launched numerous new capabilities for Status on Android smartphones like the ability to reply, private audience picker, and more. The Meta-owned instant messaging company is now allowing iOS users to upload audio notes as status updates on the newest version of WhatsApp.

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows iOS users to add audio notes as their status. Here's how to utilize the new functionality.

Similar to how you record voice notes, tapping and holding the button begins recording and letting go ends it. After you're finished, touch the send symbol and you're ready to go.

According to the WhatsApp changelog on the Apple App Store, picture-in-picture mode for WhatsApp video calls on iOS is still in the works. Last month, this capability was added to the instant chat platform. One thing to keep in mind is that WhatsApp is currently rolling out the ability to send audio status updates, so it may take a few days before you see the function on your smartphone.

WhatsApp has recently added a number of new features to the platform, including split view for Android tablets, a call link tool for Windows, the option to organize group conversations, and more.