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WhatsApp will finally offer group video calls

It's an important addition to one of the world's largest messaging apps.

WhatsApp may be a cornerstone of the chat world, but it's missing a feature rivals like Skype have had for years: group video chat. Or rather it was. Facebook has revealed that WhatsApp is adding a group video calling feature in the months ahead. There aren't many details at this stage, but it's clear the feature will allow four particpants and work with smartphones.

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The video chat feature is arguably long overdue. It's not just that one-on-one video chat arrived nearly two years ago -- groups are a staple of the WhatsApp experience for many people, so it was slightly baffling that you couldn't hold face-to-face conversations in groups. Still, it's good to know that you won't have to switch apps just to extend your chats beyond mere text.

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