# Enhanced Video Chat Platforms WhatsApp is Elevating its Video-Call Functions with Screen-Shares By Amy Duong | Published 2024-06-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/videocall References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/whatsapp-rolls-out-enhanced-video-calling-191519808.html) & [blog.whatsapp](https://blog.whatsapp.com/better-calling-across-desktop-and-mobile)  [WhatsApp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-5) is launching new upgrades which are led by the video-call components. The platform will have a new [screen-sharing feature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapshare-widget) along with more participants in one given video chat and a speaker spotlight for more optimal conversations. Screen sharing is a highly anticipated function as users can rely on this to [watch videos together](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/together-watch) or share content that is more difficult to send. Additionally, this also allows for audio sharing as well so that chatting is seamless when other users are looking at the same screen. The participant count of the video calls expands up to 32 people. This capacity applies to all platforms that the app works on, which is a large difference from the previous 8 capacities. Image Credit: Meta ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 25% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multi-participant Video Calls:** With the expansion to 32 participants, video chats become more inclusive for large group interactions. - **Integrated Screen-sharing:** The addition of screen-sharing elevates the functionality of video calls, enabling real-time content collaboration. - **Speaker Spotlight Features:** Speaker spotlight enhances the conversational flow by highlighting the active speaker, making discussions more coherent. ### Who This Affects Most - **Telecommunications:** Telecommunication services can leverage advanced video-calling features to enhance user engagement and functionality. - **Remote Work Solutions:** Remote work platforms benefit from enhanced video chat features that support larger meetings and effective content sharing. - **Edtech:** Educational technology extensively utilizes multi-participant video calls and screen-sharing for interactive learning experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Social Voice Chat Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-5.md) - [Video-Style Chat App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-video-messages.md) - [Secure Group-Call Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-group-call.md) - [Telegram-Style Video Messages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-messaging.md) - [Social Group Voice-Chat Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/group-voice-chats.md) - [Feature-Enabled Messenger Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featureenabled-messenger.md) - [App-Facilitated VR Integrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-4.md) - [WhatsApp Privacy Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inapp-controls.md) - [Chat-Based Payment Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chat-based-payment-features.md)