WhatsApp’s next update might save you from unwanted video call surprises (APK teardown)

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR WhatsApp is testing a new feature that lets users turn off their camera before accepting video calls. Right now, your front camera turns on automatically when you receive a video call, and you can only turn it off after answering. The feature was discovered in WhatsApp’s Android beta version 2.25.7.3. WhatsApp, the globally popular messaging app, is testing a new feature aimed at enhancing user privacy during video calls. For those who’ve ever felt the panic of answering a video call only to realize they’re not quite camera-ready, this update might just be the solution you’ve been waiting for. Currently, when you receive a video call on WhatsApp, your front camera automatically turns on, and there’s no way to accept the call without your camera being on. While this might not be a big deal for some, there are plenty of situations where you’d prefer to keep your camera off — whether you’re lounging in pajamas, multitasking, or simply not in ... Read full article.