WhatsApp already provides picture-in-picture mode for video calls, which allows users to minimize the video call and use other apps on the smartphone without interrupting the video call. This is a very useful feature. This makes it easier for the users to do any other important work during the video call. But, now it seems that this feature is going to come for watching videos also. According to a report, users can also get picture-in-picture mode for watching videos.
According to the report of WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is working on bringing new features to improve the video watching experience for users. One of these special features is “Picture-in-Picture” mode. With the help of this mode, users will be able to use other chats or other sections of WhatsApp while watching videos.
However, till now you can watch videos of YouTube and Instagram in picture-in-picture mode on WhatsApp, but this facility was not available for videos shared directly on WhatsApp. But, after the arrival of this new feature, you will be able to chat with your contacts even while watching the video shared on WhatsApp.
This feature will work inside WhatsApp
The thing to note is that this picture-in-picture mode will work only inside WhatsApp. That means you will not be able to switch to any other app while watching the video. WhatsApp wants to further increase the convenience of users by bringing picture-in-picture feature. With this, no matter what work the users are doing, the video will keep playing without interruption. Also, this will make it easier to do multitasking inside the app.
