However, Android users will need to wait a bit longer as the feature is currently only available in a beta update. The delay in bringing this feature to Android devices is attributed to the vast range of different devices and microphones under the Android umbrella, compared to the relatively uniform Apple handsets. Despite the wait, the update is expected to be well-received by users.
Key takeaways:
- The latest WhatsApp update for Android, currently in beta, will automatically transcribe voice notes into text.
- This feature has been available for iPhone users since last year and is finally coming to Android phones.
- The transcription feature uses advanced speech recognition technology to convert voice messages into text, enhancing accessibility for users with hearing impairments and those in noisy environments.
- The transcription is done on-device, maintaining end-to-end encryption, but requires the download of 150MB of new app data and uses the device’s speech recognition.