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WhatsApp rolling out two new exciting features

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Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is rolling out two exciting features for its users with the latest version update.

After HD photos, WhatsApp is now enabling users to send high-quality videos with one of the new features it is releasing for iOS, WABetaInfo reported.

With the previously released feature, iOS users can share better-quality photos by preserving their dimensions.

“When a photo is sent by using this feature, a new tag is added to the message bubble, highlighting that it is a high-quality photo,” the WhatsApp news tracker stated.

The same tag was spotted by some users while sending videos. This was an automated process with unknown details, and users had no control over this feature.

However, after installing the latest update for WhatsApp beta on iOS, some beta testers may experiment with the ability to send high-quality videos.

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This screenshot provided by the WABetaInfo shows that the HD option appears while selecting a video for sharing. This option preserves video dimensions so that the quality of the media being shared does not get affected. However, light compression is still applied to the video.

“This means that this option doesn’t allow users to share videos in their original quality”, but the users can be sure about the better quality.

To benefit from the feature, the users need to select the high-quality option every time they send any video, as “standard quality” always remains the default option.

After being shared, the video will be marked as a high-quality video in the message bubble within the chat, as seen in the screenshot. This will also help the recipients identify that the video was sent in better quality.

However, the feature does not yet apply to the videos sent via status updates on WhatsApp.

“The application still requires further updates as, despite the option being available for videos, the text has not yet been revised as it still refers to images. A future update should introduce the correct explanation for videos,” WABetaInfo reported.

The other feature being rolled out on the instant messaging app is the additional enhancements regarding profile icons within group chats.

To be specific, the thumbnails of contacts whose profile pictures are hidden or unavailable have been revised.

Under the updated version, the thumbnails will contain the initials of the respective group member’s name to “help other participants in the conversation quickly identify the person represented by the thumbnail”.

The update is available on the TestFlight app, and will soon be available to more users.

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Unlawful VPNs: Terrorists Utilize Unregistered VPNs to Disseminate Propaganda

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Terrorists utilize illicit VPNs to disseminate propaganda and misinformation while concealing their identities.

Several accounts have been uncovered and are under investigation.

The cessation of non-registered VPNs is crucial for the nation’s economy.

The PTA is blocking illegal URLs and websites disseminating objectionable material upon verification.

Forensic investigations of websites have yielded startling results.

Disseminating erroneous information is more facile using unregistered VPNs.

Terrorists were exploiting these unverified VPNs.

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Air University Holds A Revolutionary Event For Students Focusing On Cybersecurity

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Air Marshal (R) Asad Lodhi has praised the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge, an initiative by the Air University and Higher Education Commission that aims to train future cyber security experts and pioneers. At the opening ceremony of the two-day Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge, which took place at Air University in Islamabad, he was the chief guest.
Showdown challenges, the Ideas Cup, and the Pakistan Crypt Challenge are all part of the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge, which lasts for two days.

Air Marshal (R) Abdul Moeed Khan, VC of Air University, made a speech praising the cyber security abilities of Pakistani youth, saying that they are among the best in the world and will help the country face cyber threats. A haven for cyber security excellence, he said, Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge 2024. Additionally, he praised the Air University for its innovative and outstanding work in this area.
At the inaugural ceremony of the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge, Dr. Zia Ul Qayyum, executive director of the Higher Education Commission, also spoke to the crowd. He discussed how HEC has created a welcoming atmosphere and helped facilitate projects such as the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge.
As part of the inauguration event, an MoU was also signed. Guests and participants were given souvenirs as the opening ceremony came to a close.

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How to turn on low-light mode on WhatsApp for better video calls

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The Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has launched a new feature designed to facilitate video calls in low-light environments.

Frequent users of WhatsApp for video calls with loved ones may appreciate the recently launched low-light mode.

The function enhances video call clarity in low-light conditions, facilitating more effective connections regardless of location.

Are you inclined to experiment with it? Here is a comprehensive guide on employing low-light mode to enhance video quality during WhatsApp calls.

A sequential instructional manual

Step 1: Open WhatsApp on your device.

Step 2: Commence a video call with any family member or acquaintance.

Step 3: Observe the bulb icon positioned at the top-right corner of your screen.

Step 4: Select the bulb icon to activate it. To deactivate it, you click on the icon once more.

Your friends and family will now perceive you more distinctly due to improved visibility and less graininess, regardless of the surrounding lighting circumstances. This feature is presently accessible solely on Android and iOS devices, and not on Windows.

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As this is a provisional configuration, it must be activated with each call you make.

In addition to the low-light mode, WhatsApp provides several additional intriguing features for video calls, such as background removal, filters, and enhancement options.

Background removal: The background remover function allows you to alter your backdrop during video conferences.

Filters: This functionality enables you to apply a filter from a selection during video calls with friends and family, enhancing the vibrancy of your interactions.

WhatsApp offers a fundamental touch-up feature to improve your appearance during video talks.

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