All articles tagged with #voice notes
Originally Published 4 months ago — by TechCrunch
TikTok is introducing new direct message features allowing users to send voice notes up to 60 seconds and share multiple images or videos, aligning its messaging capabilities with other social platforms and enhancing user interaction beyond just sharing videos.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Sean Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial in New York features emotional testimony from his ex-girlfriend, discussions about potential juror dismissal due to residency issues, celebrity appearances like Kanye West, and the playing of threatening voice notes from Combs to Jane. The case also involves debates over evidence and allegations of violence, with the trial expected to conclude soon.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Axios
Voice notes, also known as audio messages, are becoming increasingly popular for personal and professional communication, with around 30% of respondents communicating via voice note weekly, daily, or multiple times a day. The rising popularity of voice notes could be due to COVID-related isolation, long-distance bonding, or the efficiency of walking and talking with no scheduling required. Voice notes are beloved for their intimacy, convenience, and ability to convey humor, drama, and vivid imagery. The science behind voice notes shows that they allow for rapid information extraction and contribute to significantly better bonds across age groups. As the technology gets integrated into more apps, dishing via voice memo is likely here to stay.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
Voice notes, also known as voice texts or audio messages, have become a popular communication form, especially among younger generations. The feature, available in messaging apps like iMessage and WhatsApp, allows for easier, low-pressure communication and the ability to convey tone. A recent survey found that 62% of Americans have sent a voice message, and 43% of 18- to 29-year-olds use the feature at least weekly. Asynchronous forms of communication like voice notes can help strengthen social bonds, but synchronous calls are still necessary for seamless, responsive conversations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The US Sun
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows users to add voice notes as their status, with a time limit of 30 seconds. The feature was tested last year and is now available to all users. To access it, users need to update their WhatsApp and tap and hold the mic icon in the bottom right corner when adding a status. The feature will roll out over the coming weeks. Joining the WhatsApp beta on iPhone is more difficult and has limited capacity.